New York State Industries for the Disabled, Inc. (NYSID)

Anthony Parlopiano, a custodian on Member Agency Arc GLOW’s janitorial team, was recently recognized by NYSID as a 2024 Outstanding Performer. “Over the years, Tony has shown tremendous growth in his performance and has become a ‘go-to’ person when it comes to janitorial operations.”

Member Agency Warren, Washington, Albany Counties ARC is putting on the 3rd annual scarecrow competition. This year in Albany, there are over 300 individuals involved in the competition and 21 scarecrows in the running.

NYSID’s 2024 Annual Meeting and Awards Presentation illustrated how employment positively impacts the lives of individuals with disabilities. We are grateful to these individuals, Member Agencies, Corporate Partners, customers, supporters, and strategic partners for showcasing how we can forge even more futures through meaningful employment opportunities. Please enjoy videos highlighting each of this year's honorees, including: NYSID Champion: New York Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation Member Agency of the Year: Peak Performers Employee of the Year: Theodore Stefanik-Corah Corporate Partner of the Year: Austin Air Systems Ltd Employee of the Year: Hector Brito Customers of the Year: State Government: New York State Department of Labor Local Government: Town of North Hempstead, New York Outstanding Performance Award: Tylisha Richardson, Fedcap Rehabilitation Services Paul Himes, The Arc Lexington

“I would just like to thank Peak Performers and NYSID for allowing me the opportunity to get where I am now, because it was such a huge step to get into an actual career that I’m really passionate about. The opportunities they give people are really vital.”

Last night's Annual Meeting and Awards Presentation was a night to remember! Our theme of "50 Years of Forging Futures" was on full display as we celebrated the stories of the individuals with disabilities who work in meaningful jobs every day to fulfill the needs of NYSID customers throughout New York. We extend a heartfelt "thank you" to our generous sponsors who helped us create a memorable evening for our honorees and guests! Our sponsors include: Pollard Bryan & Carl Wealth Management Group of Janney Montgomery Scott LLC Relay Integrated Logistics and Solutions Greenberg Public Relations Stanhope Partners TAG Solutions Harter Secrest & Emery LLP M3 Placement & Partnership New York Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation NFP, an Aon company Tango PharmScript LLC Buzz Media Lippes Mathias LLP Park Strategies UHY LLP, Certified Public Accountants

Last night marked NYSID’s Annual Meeting and Awards Presentation, celebrating those in the workplace with disabilities who are performing outstanding work, like Theodore Stefanik-Corah with Member Agency Peak Performers.

Today marks NYSID's Annual Meeting and Awards Presentation, where this year's theme is "50 Years of Forging Futures"! Join us live on NYSID's Facebook page at 5:00 p.m. for business highlights and recognition of honorees like Tylisha Richardson with Fedcap Rehabilitation Services and Paul Himes with The Arc Lexington, 2024 Outstanding Performers. We hope you can join us for a night of celebrating employment for individuals with disabilities! #NDEAM #NationalDisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth

The Oneonta Bagel Company is highlighting members of its workforce during National Disability Employment Awareness Month (#NDEAM). Member Agency Rehabilitation Support Services has owned and operated the bagel shop, located at 171 Main St. in Oneonta, since 1989.

“For Dear Life” is the first exhibition to survey the themes of illness and disability in American art from the mid-20th century to the COVID pandemic. It’s part of PST Art, an enormous collaboration of Southern California arts institutions around the theme of art and science.

After getting hired to work at NYSID Corporate Partner eBizDocs, Navree Woods-Turner says don’t get used to your comfort zone. Navree worked her way up at eBizDocs, starting as a part-time employee and now overseeing 20 employees as team lead and quality assurance for the Document Preparation Team. Navree was recently nominated as a NYSID 2024 Outstanding Performer for her commitment to a job well done.