Portland, OR. United Cerebral Palsy of Oregon & SW Washington (UCP) honored business leaders committed to employing Oregonians who experience intellectual and developmental disabilities. The happy hour event on October 24th was held at The Armory. UCP Employment Solutions Director Melissa Miller posed with a group from Bridge Law including Partner Kelsyn Bevins, Jay, who is a Bridge Law supported employee, and Bridge Law Partner Lewis Farmer.
Ryan Farrow, Supported Employment Program Manager at CBRE, Nike Account
Travis Bernard, UCP Oregon Recruiter presents in one of three micro-workshops at the event.
Melissa Miller, UCP Employment Solutions with Kathy Allsworth, HR Manager with Fred Meyer receiving the Disability Leadership Award.
Fulcrum Fitness, Employer of the Year Award. Pictured: Owner, David Levy (Center), with supported employees, Henry, Serena, and Olivia.
Adam Hewitt, Employment Specialist with UCP Employment Solutions speaks to the group.
The happy hour event included micro-workshops to educate businesses interested in supported employment. Partnering for Easy Recruitment, The Etiquette of Inclusion, and Diverse Job Descriptions. More information about Employment Solutions can be found under Services at ucporegon.org.
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