Judy Quigley
Executive Director
Disability:IN Wisconsin
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From our Executive Director |
Dealing with change has been written about for 3,000 years.
“There is nothing permanent except change.” – Heraclitus.
“The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new” -Socrates.
I’m not sure we need the words of Greek philosophers to understand that change is everywhere.
We need to open our hearts and our minds to new ideas and the acceptance that all have the ability to work as long as we focus on aligning needs with skills and abilities. Pursuing interests makes for loyal, dedicated employees and profitable businesses. An employer and the employees see retention, compassion and empathy in the corporate culture.
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Along this same line of change, the Manufacturing event has changed its program date to May 18th. It will be held at Engauge Workforce Solution in Menomonee Falls. This is an excellent opportunity to meet leaders from Allis Tool & Machine, Wisconsin Metal Parts, Rockwell Automation and Prolec GE – Waukesha Electric. Each of these industries’ will talk about their corporate commitment to change the face of the workforce by making it more inclusive.
Guest presenters also include the sources that provide the talent for manufacturing. Down Syndrome Association and Engauge Workforce Solutions understand the types of skills that are needed for a successful manufacturing career. In addition to training, they provide the on-going support for successful placement and retention. MATC offers the Uniquely Abled Academy that provides specific training for individuals on the autism spectrum in machine shop operation. MATC partners works with businesses, preparing students for successful employment and retention.
Our website has all the REGISTRATION INFORMATION. Come and learn how to create an ecosystem in manufacturing employment.
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WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBER |
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Good Friend, Inc. aims to create cultures of inclusion by educating the neuromajority about autism and brain-based differences. We accomplish this with our original short-films, presentations, peer workshops and online tools. Since our founding in 2007, we have reached over 60,000 people with our strengths-based messaging. Beginning with social-emotional education in schools, Good Friend has recently broadened its reach by educating employers about neurodiversity in the workforce. |
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"Now in partnership with Disability:IN Wisconsin, Good Friend is developing a short-documentary film with accompanying educational modules to help companies understand how best to attract, hire and retain neurodivergent talent. We are committed to amplifying autistic and neurodivergent voices in our work and value the advocacy and allyship of family, friends, educators, co-workers and employers of neurodivergent people."
Allison Katula
Executive Director, GOOD FRIEND, INC.
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In-PERSON Wisconsin Event: Thursday May 18, 2023
Engauge Workforce Solutions, Menomonee Falls, WI
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Katie Malnight Meisinger
COO
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Hear from great local business leaders like Katie |
Katie Malnight Meisinger is Chief Operating Officer at Engauge Workforce Solutions and Outsourced Manufacturing. Engauge provides recruiting services, outsourced manufacturing and consulting to manufacturing and distribution firms.
With over 10 years of manufacturing experience, Katie has an extensive background in human resources, safety, and operations. Katie’s career has focused on developing workforce approaches that emphasize diversity and integrated career development without sacrificing productivity, profitability, or quality.
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Doors open at 8:30
Join us for a continental breakfast and networking. Program begins at 9am with a general session followed by interactive breakout discussion.
Presenters
· Peter Rathmann, Allis Tool & Machine Corp,
· Emma Rathmann – Waukesha Electric/Prolec GE
· Goldhmong Vang – MATC, Uniquely Abled Academy
· Corryn Manderfield - Wisconsin Metal Parts
· Andy Kerr – Rockwell Automation
· Katie Malnight - Engauge Workforce Solutions
· Dawn Nuoffer, Down Syndrome Association of WI
Location: Engauge Workforce Solutions
N59 W13500 Manhardt Drive
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
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Audience - Chief business leaders who can influence a change in business and recruitment strategies.
Goal - Peer-to-peer dialogue around employing neurodiverse individuals in an effort to change the perception of attendees to become receptive in looking at different pools of talent that may include individuals with neurodiverse abilities.
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Save the Date, Thursday October 12, 2023
Disability:IN Wisconsin's Summit
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Inclusive Excellence Sr Strategist
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Join our Board Member, Brooke Thomas |
"Since 2016, I have been a member and advocate of Disability:IN. My career journey has allowed me to engage with affiliates from DC, Texas, and now, Wisconsin.
The common factor of Disability:IN from Affiliate to the National level is the unwavering commitment from companies to learn and develop sustainable practices where individuals with disabilities can thrive in the workplace. The relationships I have made through Disability:IN have allowed me to share best practices and overcome professional and personal obstacles to increase awareness and inclusion for individuals with disabilities.
I am proud to be a member of Disability:IN and encourage others to join and get involved. Are you IN?"
Let's connect at Disability:IN Wisconsin's Summit on October 12, 2023, in Madison WI, sponsored by American Family Insurance
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Disability:IN Wisconsin Inclusion Awards
Nominations are Welcome through July 20
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Derek Smith Leadership Award |
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The Derek Smith Leadership Award for Disability Inclusion recognizes an individual who has developed or influenced business disability employment programs and/or services that resulted in measurable, significant and positive outcomes, dramatically improving disability employment opportunities.
Nominations will be accepted up until July 20, 2023.
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Top Disability-Friendly Employer in WisconsinTM Award
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To celebrate and acknowledge businesses that have fostered a change in culture to encourage and promote a workplace where people with disabilities participate fully and meaningfully, Disability:IN Wisconsin is proud to present the 1st Annual Top Disability-Friendly Employer in WisconsinTM Award, honoring a company who is working to achieve disability inclusion and equity.
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Celebrate your business’ impact
· Share your strategies for improving disability employment opportunities
· Recognize the hard work and dedication of employees who have contributed to your company’s success
· Highlight proactive steps to recruit, hire, retain, and advance qualified people with disabilities
· Join the ranks of other notable organizations who are working to achieve disability inclusion and equity
· Promote industry firsts and significant accomplishments
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Save the Date: Thursday, October 12, 2023
2023 Disability:IN Wisconsin Summit
hosted by American Family Insurance
Madison, WI (in-person)
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2023 - Celebrating Our 5th Year Together with Disability:IN Wisconsin |
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Thank you to all the businesses for their membership and continuous support! |
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