Agriculture Employment - Joe

[Guest guest]

Hi Joe-

I just wanted to say that I have enjoyed the dialoque that you have led on here

related to business/job development.? It is a very exciting time in the business

world as more and more " brand recognizable " companies outreach to the disability

community as a powerful labor & customer market.? Congratulations to you &

disabilityworks for leading this charge in Chicagoland.? As Randy from

Walgreens says, " the quiet revolution is on " .

My question is this:? I was recently contacted by a large investment house who

as part of their portfolio owns over 200 agricultural entities across the

country (farms, orchards, vineyards, greenhouses).? They are exploring the

possibility of agressively recuiting workers with autism and further are looking

at developing inclusive customized and supported employment options for people

with significant disabilities.? Do you know of examples of successful outreaches

in the disability community related to agriculture or landscaping related

employment?? I know a bit about " We Grow Dreams " , but would love to know more or

find other examples of companies who have done this successfully.? Any thoughts

that you or the group has would be welcomed.

Thank you.

Emmett