Corporate and Organizational Strategy: Utilizing National Resources to Attract
and Retain Employees with Disabilities
Beth Butler
US Business Leadership Network (USBLN),
Kathy West-Evans
Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation (CSAVR)
Shelley Kaplan
DBTAC: Southeast ADA Center
Jill Houghton, Moderator
Southeast TACE: Region IV
The USBLN & The NET
The US Business Leadership Network (USBLN) and
The National Employment Team (NET)
A National Partnership That Works
Beth Butler
Chair of the USBLN
Vice President, Accommodations Management Consultant
Wachovia - a Wells Fargo Company
US Business Leadership Network
What is the USBLN?
The US Business Leadership Network (USBLN®) is a national organization that promotes the business imperative of disability inclusion in employment/retention strategies, marketing/sales strategies and supplier diversity programs.
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Represent over 5,000 employers
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60 Affiliates in 35 states, including the District of Columbia
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Business to Business model provides opportunities to share open and honest dialog around disability employment practices
About the USBLN
What makes us different from other diversity organizations?
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The disability segment crosses all dimensions of diversity - attitudinal barriers remain the primary barrier to full inclusion…
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The USBLN Difference
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By focusing on making connections, exchanging ideas and changing attitudes - USBLN employers send the right message, to their workforce, their customers and their communities.
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Save the date: 13th Annual USBLN Conf. Chicago – Sept. 19-22, 2010
USBLN Connection
Kathy West-Evans
Director of Business Relations
Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation (CSAVR)
CSAVR – NET
What is the CSAVR – NET?
Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation
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CSAVR – membership organization of the 80 public VR Directors
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National in scope, includes territories
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Leadership support of The NET
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NET: National Employment Team
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VR Points of Contact: partnership with VA and community agencies
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National resources delivered locally
The NET Vision Statement
To create a “one company” model to serve business customers through a national VR team that specializes in employer development, business consulting and corporate relations.
National VR – Business Network
Benefits by customer category:
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Business will have direct access to the qualified candidates and support services provided by State VR agencies on a national basis.
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VR Consumers will have access to national employment opportunities and career development resources.
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State VR agencies will have a national system for sharing employment resources, best practices and business connections.
NET - Foundations
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Dual Customer
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One Company Across 80 Agencies
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Single Points of Contact
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Sharing Models and Best Practices
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Build a Team Around the Business
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Work with a Business as a Whole
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Relationships, Consistency, Deliverability and Sustainability
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National Resources Delivered Locally
NET - VR Business Services
Defined by Business Customers
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Pre-Employment
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Internships
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Training
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HR/Staffing
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Recruitment & Promotion
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Benefits & Compensation
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Retention Supports
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Employee Advisory Services
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Accommodations
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Work Site Assessment
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Assistive Technology
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Staff Training
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Disability Awareness
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ADA/Employment Laws
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Diversity Programs
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EEOC/Affirmative Action
NET - VR Business Services
Defined by Business Customers
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Barrier Removal
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Legal & Compliance
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Labor Relations
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Policy Development
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Risk Management
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Product Development
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Customer Service
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Marketing & Outreach
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Universal Design
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Contracts
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Facilities
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Programs/Services
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Assistive Technology
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Information Technology
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Financial Supports
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WOTC
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DBTAC Liaison to USBLN
Shelley Kaplan
Director
DBTAC: Southeast ADA Center
Leader in providing information, guidance and training tailored to the needs of business, government and individuals at local, regional and national levels.
What is the DBTAC?
(800) 949-4232 [voice/tty]
adata.org
DBTAC Regions
DBTAC Mission
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Facilitate voluntary compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (85%)
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Conduct research to reduce and eliminate barriers to employment and economic self-sufficiency and to increase the civic and social participation of Americans with disabilities (15%)
DBTAC Customer Benefits
Unique Benefits for DBTAC Customers…
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National network with multiple locations
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Information Specialists (bilingual)
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Confidential and unbiased
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Training tailored to need
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Share effective practices
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Translate knowledge into practice
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Research
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Groups Receiving Technical Assistance from DBTAC
Total = 10,000,000 +
DBTAC Web Hits
DBTAC - Partnerships with Customers
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Provide employers & their representatives with information and guidance to create a welcoming corporate culture.
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Share best practices with business to improve the bottom line.
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Educate individuals to educate others.
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Offer a feedback loop for government.
What DBTAC Customers Say …
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“Glad to have this resource. It is one stop shopping for the ADA.”
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“Keep up the great work. Your customer service and promptness were excellent!”
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“Every time I've called with questions, the technical assistant has been very helpful and friendly.”
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“County accessibility wouldn’t be nearly what it is without the help and support of the ADA project.”
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“I am delighted that the ADA Center exists, that it can be relied upon, that you have both web and email access for people who can’t get out.”
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“I don’t’ know where I’d be without you. I’m new to handling the ADA. Ya’ll are my safety net. Saves me doing a lot of the legwork to be able to call some experts.”
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DBTAC ADA Home:
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ADA Training Resources:
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ADA Anniversary Resources:
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ADA Resource Center:
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National ADA Symposium:
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Accessible Technology.org:
DBTAC Web Resources
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Contact Information
Beth Butler
Chair of the USBLN
Vice President, Wachovia - a Wells Fargo Company
(704) 383-5074 [voice]
Shelley Kaplan
Director
DBTAC: Southeast ADA Center
(800) 949-4232 [voice/tty]
Kathy West-Evans
Director of Business Relations
Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation (CSAVR)
(206) 999-9455 [voice]
Jill Houghton
Deputy Director
Southeast TACE: Region IV
(954) 461-4726 [voice]
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Disclaimer
The DBTAC: Southeast ADA Center (Southeast DBTAC) is authorized by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR) to provide information, materials, and technical assistance to individuals and entities that are covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act and its Amendments (ADA) under Grant No. H133A060094. However, you should be aware that NIDRR is not responsible for enforcement of the ADA. For more information or assistance, please contact your regional DBTAC via the National Network of ADA Centers' web site at or by calling 1-800-949-4232 [voice/tty].
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