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This incredible day gave 24 high school students with disabilities the chance to explore hands-on experiences in the hospitality industry! Opportunities like this open doors, build confidence, and show just how inclusive and innovative this field can be. A big thank you to our amazing partners for creating such a welcoming and engaging experience for the students 💙🧡

⁠What a summer it's been! From the Panhandle to the Keys... we’ve been everywhere!⁠ ⁠ Thanks to our amazing sponsors, this summer’s camp tours brought real-world careers, creativity, and community straight to our campers across Florida. 🌴⁠ ⁠ #PineapplesEGAD #ThePorchFactory #IHOP (Melbourne) #Publix (Jacksonvillle) #TheKeyWestButterflyAndNatureConservatory #Summer2025⁠ ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #employingabilities #disabilityservices #inclusionworks #abilitynotdisability #disabilitylife #summerjobs #summerinternships #careerplanning #studentswithdisabilities #specialneedseducation #specialneedsparent #specialeducation #specialeducationteacher #specialedteacher

We had a fantastic time at the Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association (CFHLA) event yesterday! Connecting with our community and sharing how we support inclusive employment solutions across Florida is always a rewarding experience. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn more about our mission to empower individuals with disabilities. Let’s keep building pathways to meaningful careers, together. 💼💙🧡 #InclusionWorks #employU #DisabilityEmployment

Celebrating Our Incredible Team! 🌟 We’re thrilled to honor five amazing team members who are celebrating milestone anniversaries at employU! 🎉 Don Sherry– 10 Years Employment Services Support Specialist 🎉 Jennifer Sales – 10 Years Admin Support Billing Associate 🎉 Robert (Bob) Repella– 5 Years Employment Specialist 🎉 Heather Luna – 1 Year Job Coach of Vocational Services Thank you all for the dedication, consistency, and impact you’ve brought to employU over the years. We truly appreciate everything you do. #WorkAnniversary #EmployeeAppreciation #CelebratingSuccess

When you don’t hire someone because of their disability you’re not just being part of the problem, you’re passing on talent, innovation, and some serious potential ✨. It’s 2025. C’mon now, we can absolutely do better. 🙃 #DisabilityInclusion #AccessMatters #InclusionWorks

Let’s be real, being inclusive isn’t just the right thing to do… it’s also just smart business. 💡 If your space isn’t accessible, you’re missing out on amazing customers, employees, and opportunities. Making your business ADA compliant shows people of all abilities that they’re seen, valued, and welcome. So let’s break it down: Here’s what’s IN and what’s definitely OUT when it comes to building an accessible biz 👇 INs ✅ - Accessible entrances - Websites with alt text and screen reader compatibility - Adjustable-height seating and counters - Disability inclusion training for staff - Welcoming feedback from the disability community OUTs ❌ - One step at the front door - Autoplaying videos with no captions - Cramped spaces that block mobility devices - Bathrooms that aren’t actually accessible - Assuming accessibility = only physical access Inclusion isn’t a trend, it’s a standard. Let’s create spaces where everyone can thrive. 🙌 Comment and let us know some other INs and Outs you can think of! #ADACompliance #AccessibilityForAll #InclusiveBusiness #DisabilityInclusion

Disability Pride Month is in full swing and it's a time to celebrate the strength, talent, and contributions of the disability community. But the impact goes far beyond a single month. At employU, we believe inclusive hiring isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s smart business. When you hire individuals with disabilities, you're investing in resilience, innovation, and untapped potential. Just ask Stephon. Once feeling overlooked, he’s now a confident mentor helping others rise. With the right support and opportunity, he discovered his voice and now uses it to empower others! His story is one of many that remind us: representation matters, inclusion transforms, and everyone deserves the chance to thrive in the workplace. Let’s continue to champion hiring practices that celebrate diverse abilities, not just this month, but every month. Because disability inclusion drives meaningful change for individuals, organizations, and communities. 🌍 #DisabilityPrideMonth #InclusiveHiring #WorkforceInclusion #DisabilityInclusion

Teamwork in action! Our Employment Specialists are more than just job coaches, they're champions of confidence, skill-building, and opportunity. Whether it’s navigating applications or prepping for interviews, they’re right by your side every step of the way. That’s what we call career goals. 💼✨ Inspired by awesome specialists like Andrew? You could be the next one making a real impact. 👉 Join our mission to empower others through meaningful employment. Explore our open positions here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.li/Q03t0SYh0 #Teamwork #NowHiring #DisabilityEmployment #InclusiveWorkplace

Disability Pride Month is in full swing and it's a time to celebrate the strength, talent, and contributions of the disability community. But the impact goes far beyond a single month. At employU, we believe inclusive hiring isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s smart business. When you hire individuals with disabilities, you're investing in resilience, innovation, and untapped potential. Just ask Stephon. Once feeling overlooked, he’s now a confident mentor helping others rise. With the right support and opportunity, he discovered his voice and now uses it to empower others! His story is one of many that remind us: representation matters, inclusion transforms, and everyone deserves the chance to thrive in the workplace. Let’s continue to champion hiring practices that celebrate diverse abilities, not just this month, but every month. Because disability inclusion drives meaningful change for individuals, organizations, and communities. 🌍 #DisabilityPrideMonth #InclusiveHiring #WorkforceInclusion #DisabilityInclusion

I am thrilled to share that employU, the Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Fevzi Okumus, and I successfully completed the 4th year of our Hospitality Immersion two week Summer Camp program for Central Florida high school students. The joy, happiness, pride, and appreciation radiating during our graduation program were truly uplifting. I hope that our program can play a meaningful role in fostering an inclusive workforce for students with disabilities by focusing on education and empowerment. I would like to express my gratitude to all the organizations and companies that made this possible: Topgolf Orlando, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando & JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes , GODWIN'S GATORLAND, INC, WonderWorks Attraction, Hilton Orlando, Orange County Convention Center, Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort, FantasyWorld Resort, Marriott International (Springhill Suites Orlando Airport Property), Entertainment Technology Partners, my esteemed professor friends, the culinary team from University of Central Florida – Rosen College of Hospitality Management, and most importantly, our cherished families. Your support has been invaluable in helping us reach this remarkable milestone! Thank you so much!