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ROSEVILLE – PRIDE Industries, a leading employer of people with disabilities, was recently named a recipient of the 2009 Waste Reduction Awards Program (WRAP), a program sponsored by the California Integrated Waste Management Board, the state’s leading authority on recycling and waste reduction.

 

PRIDE is among 250 California businesses and nonprofit organizations being recognized for their innovative, environmentally friendly programs and policies by being named recipients of the WRAP award.  Collectively, the organizations have diverted more than 2 million tons of materials from local landfills through aggressive resource management and recycling programs, and have saved millions of
dollars in operating costs.

 

PRIDE was selected based on a set of criteria that included waste prevention, materials reuse, recycling, recycled-product purchases, and employee education.  Since implementing its recycling program in October 2008, PRIDE Industries has diverted 84 percent (over 41,000 pounds) of its solid waste from landfills.

 

The WRAP awards were initiated in 1993 to recognize California businesses and private, nonprofit organizations that are making outstanding efforts to reduce non-hazardous waste. Including today’s winners, the Board has now awarded WRAP awards to nearly 18,000 California businesses and nonprofits.

About PRIDE Industries:

PRIDE Industries is a nonprofit organization providing a variety of business solutions to meet the manufacturing and service needs of companies nationwide. PRIDE is dedicated to creating jobs for people with disabilities and employs more than 4,300 individuals across ten states and in the nation’s capitol, including more than 2,700 people with disabilities.

Media Contact
Kat Maudru
(916) 753-4339

media@prideindustries.com

PRIDE Industries is a social enterprise delivering business excellence to public and private organizations nationwide.

ROSEVILLE – PRIDE Industries is pleased to announce the launch of PRIDEClean®, a green cleaning product line. PRIDEClean® consists of seven commercial cleaning products, five of which are recognized by the EPA’s Design for Environment (DfE) program. The professional strength products are environmentally friendly, responsibly manufactured and create jobs for people with disabilities.

 

PRIDE Industries private labeled the products, working with a contracted chemist. PRIDE will package and distribute the biodegradable cleaning products including; a green glass and mirror cleaner, a streak-free glass and mirror cleaner, a green multipurpose cleaner, a green bathroom, and scale remover, a green neutral cleaner, a heavy duty degreaser, and a green carpet cleaner.

 

At launch, five of the seven products are recognized by Design for Environment (DfE), a program of the Environmental Protection Agency that works with individual industry sectors to improve human and environmental health. The DfE program is one of the EPA’s premier partnership programs and comes from the same creators of the EnergyStar label consumers rely on when choosing energy-saving appliances and electronics.

 

PRIDEClean® also comes with a unique bottling system with two dispensing options. The bottle features a closed loop system that is spill proof and odor proof, along with recyclable packaging, making PRIDEClean® one of the “greenest” complete packages in the industry.

 

PRIDEClean® will rollout its distribution in three-tiered phases. Phase one consists of nationwide distribution to over 100 internal Commercial and Government PRIDE contracts servicing the custodial needs on over 40 million square feet of building space. Phase two will expand product availability and distribution to other commercial custodial companies and facilities. Phase three will be a scaled approach to market the products to consumers through retail and e-tail channels.

About PRIDE Industries:

PRIDE Industries is a nonprofit organization providing a variety of business solutions to meet the manufacturing and service needs of companies nationwide. PRIDE is dedicated to creating jobs for people with disabilities and employs more than 4,300 individuals across ten states and in the nation’s capital, including more than 2,700 people with disabilities.

Media Contact
Kat Maudru
(916) 753-4339

media@prideindustries.com

PRIDE Industries is a social enterprise delivering business excellence to public and private organizations nationwide.

ROSEVILLE – PRIDE Industries, one of the nation’s largest employers of people with disabilities, was recently named 2009 Business of the Year by the Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) for its commitment to working with and employing people with disabilities at Ft. Bliss, Texas and throughout the Greater El Paso region. PRIDE was named Business of the Year for its innovative approach to job development and its dedication to collaboration with DARS in order to support individuals with disabilities in job placement, career development, and retention.

 

PRIDE Industries is a not-for-profit company meeting the manufacturing, supply chain and integrated facilities service needs of businesses and government agencies nationwide while creating meaningful jobs for people with disabilities.

 

The Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) is composed of four divisions focused on people with disabilities and children with developmental delays. The department includes the Division for Rehabilitation Services (DRS), the Division for Blind Services (DBS), the Division for Disability Determination Services (DDS) and the Division for Early Childhood Intervention (ECI).

 

Since 2007, PRIDE has created jobs or provided employment services for more than 150 people with disabilities in Texas. In 2008, PRIDE employed 52 Division for Rehabilitative Services (DRS) consumers with disabilities through its contract at Fort Bliss. In 2009, 48 (DRS) consumers with disabilities found employment through PRIDE at Fort Bliss. Additionally, over 50 individuals with disabilities have found competitive employment in the local community with assistance from PRIDE’s Employment Services Division since 2007. The local Employment Services office is managed by Celeste Garcia, a longtime resident of the El Paso area who is actively engaged with the community and DARS.

 

PRIDE currently employs people with disabilities in local Texas communities. PRIDE creates opportunities for individuals to work in positions such as Carpenters, Electricians, Environmental Technicians, General Maintenance Workers, Heavy Equipment Operators, Plumbers, Service Order Dispatchers, Stock Clerks, Supply Technicians, and Truck Drivers.

 

“DARS truly shares in PRIDE’s mission to help individuals with disabilities attain employment,” said John Oliver, VP of Rehabilitation for PRIDE Industries. “I applaud DARS’ focus of overcoming barriers to employment for people with disabilities. PRIDE is honored to be recognized for our efforts and partnership, and I look forward to working together to create more jobs and opportunities for people with disabilities.”

About PRIDE:

Founded in 1966, PRIDE employs more than 4,300 individuals across 10 states and in the nation’s capital, including more than 2,700 people with disabilities.

Media Contact
Kat Maudru
(916) 753-4339

media@prideindustries.com

PRIDE Industries is a social enterprise delivering business excellence to public and private organizations nationwide.

ROSEVILLE – PRIDE Industries donated $3,548 to the American Red Cross, Placer District on Friday, September 25 at PRIDE’s Auburn facility.  The funds will benefit victims of last months Auburn fire, including displacing a PRIDE employee whose home was damaged in the incident.

 

Over 90% of the funds were donated by PRIDE employees with disabilities at six of PRIDE’s offsite operations; Fairfield, Sacramento, South Sacramento, North Sacramento, Auburn, and Grass Valley.  Each location hosted a BBQ on 9/11/09 to raise funds for the fire victims.  The events were attended by PRIDE employees as well as their family members, caretakers and service coordinators.  A small fee was charged to attend each BBQ, generating the monies raised.

 

“Over 130 people came together and attended the Auburn BBQ as an inclusive, fun and affordable way to raise funds for the victims of this devastating fire,” said Melissa Sweet, PRIDE’s offsite manager for the Auburn Facility.  “We had an employee with a disability at our location directly affected and displaced from his home because of this fire, so everybody felt a strong desire to do what we could to help.”

About PRIDE Industries:

PRIDE Industries is a not-for-profit company meeting the manufacturing, supply chain and integrated facilities service needs of businesses and government agencies nationwide while creating meaningful jobs for people with disabilities.  Founded in 1966, PRIDE employs more than 4,300 individuals across 10 states and in the nation’s capital, including more than 2,700 people with disabilities.

Media Contact
Kat Maudru
(916) 753-4339

media@prideindustries.com

PRIDE Industries is a social enterprise delivering business excellence to public and private organizations nationwide.

ROSEVILLE – PRIDE Industries, a leading employer of people with disabilities, was recently awarded the NISH Performance Excellence in Developing Human Potential Award for its work promoting the upward mobility of people with severe disabilities. PRIDE accepted the award at the NISH National Training and Achievement Conference Awards Banquet May 14, 2009, in Atlanta, GA.

 

NISH is a national nonprofit agency whose mission is to create employment opportunities for people with severe disabilities by securing Federal contracts through the AbilityOne Program for its network of community-based, nonprofit agencies. The AbilityOne Program is a public/private partnership created by Congress, dedicated to providing employment opportunities for people who are blind or have other severe disabilities.

 

At the banquet, NISH recognized highly successful individuals, nonprofit agencies, government agencies, and businesses for their work to create jobs and opportunity for people with disabilities. PRIDE’s proven track record of successful employment and promotion of people with disabilities on AbilityOne contracts, within its organization and in local communities across the nation led to the nomination and acceptance of this award.

 

PRIDE’s unique person-centered approach to train, develop, support and promote people with disabilities results in jobs for persons formerly considered unfit for employment.

 

“PRIDE is a national leader in creating jobs and opportunity for people with disabilities and fully exemplifies the spirit of the Performance Excellence in Developing Human Potential Award,” said Bob Chamberlin, NISH President and CEO. “PRIDE’s work impacts thousands of people with disabilities annually and creates positive change in the many communities in which they operate,” Chamberlin added.

 

“We at PRIDE are honored to be recognized by NISH for our mission to create jobs for people with disabilities, embodied by our culture of support for our employees, our customers, and our community,” says Michael Ziegler, President/CEO of PRIDE Industries.

About PRIDE Industries:

PRIDE Industries is a nonprofit organization providing a variety of business solutions to meet the manufacturing and service needs of business and government agencies nationwide. PRIDE employs more than 4,300 individuals across 10 states and in the nation’s capital, including more than 2,700 people with disabilities. PRIDE is a self-sustaining business with over $150 million in annual revenue and ranks as the third largest manufacturing and service company in the greater Sacramento region. Founded in 1966, PRIDE is headquartered in Roseville, CA.

Media Contact
Kat Maudru
(916) 753-4339

media@prideindustries.com

PRIDE Industries is a social enterprise delivering business excellence to public and private organizations nationwide.

ROSEVILLE – Senior Vice President of PRIDE Industries, Fred Smith was recently recognized for management excellence by the National Council of Work Centers (NCWC).  The award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated excellence in leadership and management by significantly enhancing employment opportunities for people with severe disabilities. The award was presented to Smith at the NISH National Training and Achievement Conference in Atlanta, GA on May 12, 2009.

 

The NCWC is an independent network of executives representing nonprofit agencies that manufacture products or provide services under the AbilityOne Program – a public/private partnership dedicated to providing employment opportunities for people who are blind or have other severe disabilities.

 

The NCWC acts as a liaison between the nonprofit community and NISH. NISH is a national nonprofit agency whose mission is to create employment opportunities for people with severe disabilities by securing Federal contracts through the AbilityOne Program for its network of community-based, nonprofit agencies.

 

Smith was recognized for his leadership in creating jobs for people with disabilities across the country.  Under Smith’s leadership, PRIDE significantly increased its partnership with AbiltyOne, expanded its national footprint in supported employment services, and advanced education and advocacy efforts in support of job creation for people with disabilities.

 

Following a 20+ year career as a decorated U.S. Army Officer, Smith dedicated himself to job creation for people with disabilities, demonstrating his commitment to the welfare of others.  Characteristically humble, Smith defers to his team. “This is truly a group effort. The work we do could not happen without the support of many dedicated people,” said Smith. “At PRIDE Industries, we shift the focus from disability to ability, and prove everyday that we can accomplish anything when given the opportunity.”

 

“Fred Smith’s accomplishments have had a positive impact on the expansion of jobs for people with disabilities across our nation,” said Mike Ziegler, President and CEO of PRIDE Industries. “Fred is a dynamic and committed leader who has dedicated his skills, talents and countless hours to the creation of jobs that help move people with disabilities from dependence to independence. He is richly deserving of this recognition.”

About PRIDE Industries:

PRIDE Industries is a nonprofit organization providing a variety of business solutions to meet the manufacturing and service needs of companies nationwide. PRIDE employs more than 4,300 individuals across 10 states and in the nation’s capitol, including more than 2,700 people with disabilities. PRIDE is a self-sustaining business with over $150 million in annual revenue and ranks as the third largest manufacturing and service company in the greater Sacramento region.  Founded in 1966, PRIDE is headquartered in Roseville, CA.

Media Contact
Kat Maudru
(916) 753-4339

media@prideindustries.com

PRIDE Industries is a social enterprise delivering business excellence to public and private organizations nationwide.

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