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Event celebrates achievements of individuals with disabilities in the workplace, honors community partners for significant contributions toward a more inclusive Broward business community
More than 300 business leaders and community advocates who share a passion for empowering people with disabilities will gather during National Disability Employment month at the Arc Broward InspHired Awards, presented by UKG on Friday, October 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bahia Mar in Fort Lauderdale.
The third annual event celebrates the achievements of individuals with disabilities in the workplace and honors those who make significant contributions to the local business community through inclusive hiring practices. Local employers who champion inclusive workplaces as well as those with disabilities pursuing meaningful careers will be honored.
“Our InspHired Awards Luncheon has quickly become one of Arc Broward’s signature events, bringing much needed awareness to the impact our graduates and workforce participants continue to have in the local business community,” said Julie Price, Arc Broward president and CEO. “We look forward to recognizing them along with our community partners who go above and beyond to demonstrate the wide-ranging benefits of hiring a diverse workforce.”
Held during National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the event’s proceeds help transform the community by funding high-quality education and intensive workforce programming, ensuring that individuals with disabilities can thrive on career paths that promote self-sufficiency.
“By bringing attention to our workforce programs that benefit employers and workers alike, we hope to create even more opportunities for people with disabilities to pursue meaningful careers,” said Price. “Employers who partner with us gain access to a pre-qualified pool of job candidates with disabilities who are eager to contribute to the company’s growth. In addition to bridging the labor participation gap, companies report increased workplace productivity, higher revenues, greater job satisfaction figures and enhanced employee loyalty and retention. It’s a win-win.”
Arc Works offers comprehensive programs to help participants break down potential barriers to success and equip them with the tools and resources needed to thrive. From employment assistance to post-secondary education and financial literacy training, high-intensity bundled services are tailored to meet the unique needs and aspirations of each participant and set them on a path toward sustained self-sufficiency, asset accumulation, and poverty alleviation.
This year’s honorees are: Mary N. Porter Student Chef of the Year, Zhyon Thomas; Moss Foundation Student Leader of the Year, Mohammad Ali Khwaja; Arc Works Participant of the Year, James Kerrigan; Workforce Services Volunteer of the Year, Centennial Bank; UKG Employer Partner of the Year, Amerant Bank Arena; BAC Leadership Award, Corey Feldman; Arc Educates Training Site of the Year, Cintas; and Transition Services Training Site of the Year, Dunkin’.
The 2025 InspHired Luncheon is presented by UKG and sponsored by: Amazon, Memorial Healthcare System, Universal Property, Dickinson Wright & Mayersohn Family, Granvita Realty Group, Cintas, Centennial Bank, Publix, Wealth Family Protection, Holman, Banesco, BBX Capital, National Jets, Broten, Miller Construction Company, FPL, Dr. Jo Ann M. Bamdas, Daoud’s Fine Jewelry, Park Shore Pharmacon, JKARE, Panza Maurer, AB7 America, Modern Luxury, South Florida Business & Wealth, Lifestyle Media Group, City & Shore, New Pelican, Marsh MClennan, AK Building Services Commerical Cleaning, ECR Graphics & Printing, Minds Eye Photos by Alan Goldberg, Fun Click Photo Booth, Niroc Consultants Inc. and Best Roofing.
Tickets are $100 per person. The Bahia Mar is located at 801 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale. For information on available sponsorships, please contact David Perez at Dperez@arcbroward.com. For tickets and more information, please visit https://arcbroward.com/insphired/ or call (954) 746-9400
