Call for Speaker Presentations at the 2012 USBLN® 15th Annual Conference
& Expo
WASHINGTON, DC (January 25, 2012) - The US Business Leadership Network
(USBLN®) invites interested speakers to share their experience and expertise
with their colleagues at the 2012 USBLN® 15th Annual Conference &
Expo, "Disability Inclusion Driving Success in a Competitive Business
Environment" at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld by Marriott in Orlando,
Florida on October 1 - 4. Interested parties are welcomed to submit a proposal.
The deadline for proposal submission is February 24, 2012 with completed
proposals to be emailed to
kerrell@thenextgreatevent.com.
More than one presentation may be submitted for consideration; however, one
form per presentation must be completed. Please note that late proposals
will not be accepted.
(DOC |
PDF)
Complete details are contained within the Call for Presentations proposal
form:
(DOC
Form |
Accessible DOC).
Greetings and Welcome to the US Business Leadership
Network
The US Business Leadership Network (USBLN®) is a national non-profit,
non-partisan business to business network promoting workplaces, marketplaces,
and supply chains where people with disabilities are included. The USBLN®
serves as the collective voice of over 60 Business Leadership Network affiliates
across the United States, representing over 5,000 businesses. Additionally,
the USBLN® Disability Supplier Diversity Program® (DSDP) is the nation's
leading third party certification program for disability-owned businesses,
including service-disabled veterans.
Introduction to the USBLN® Flier -
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| PDF)
Leading Practices on Disability
Inclusion
 The
USBLN® is pleased to release this joint booklet with the U.S. Chamber
of Commerce entitled,
“Leading Practices
on Disability Inclusion” which highlights 20 successful corporate
strategies that can be used by businesses of all sizes to create a more inclusive
workplace, marketplace, and supply chain.
Real-life examples, such as those outlined in the booklet, are important
to help businesses realize the wide range of opportunities available and
the potential for replicating success. The companies and leaders featured
in the publication provide valuable insights on the successes they have realized
through the inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of their
corporate enterprises as well as in their marketing.
Leading Practices on Disability Inclusion Booklet:
(DOC
|
PDF)
USBLN® Workplace Disability Inclusion Assessment Tool:
(PDF)
(This checklist is designed to provide employers with a tool to
initiate or enhance their disability-friendly corporate
practices).
Employer Assistance & Resource Network
(EARN)
The USBLN® is a partner in a cooperative agreement awarded to Cornell
University's Employment and Disability Institute, School of Industrial and
Labor Relations to establish a National Technical Assistance Center for employers
on employment of people with disabilities. Funded by the U.S. Department
of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP), the purpose of
the Center is to conduct innovative research, assist ODEP in developing
demand-side policy, and share best practices with employers on the recruitment,
hiring, retention and advancement of people with disabilities. To link with
the National Technical Assistance Center, go to
http://www.askearn.org/index.cfm.
Monthly EARN News Bulletins
http://www.askearn.org/m-news.cfm.
Call for Speaker Presentations at the 2012 USBLN® 15th Annual Conference
& Expo
WASHINGTON, DC (January 25, 2012) - The US Business Leadership Network
(USBLN®) invites interested speakers to share their experience and expertise
with their colleagues at the 2012 USBLN® 15th Annual Conference &
Expo, "Disability Inclusion Driving Success in a Competitive Business
Environment" at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld by Marriott in Orlando,
Florida on October 1 - 4. Interested parties are welcomed to submit a proposal.
The deadline for proposal submission is February 24, 2012 with completed
proposals to be emailed to
kerrell@thenextgreatevent.com.
More than one presentation may be submitted for consideration; however, one
form per presentation must be completed. Please note that late proposals
will not be accepted.
(DOC |
PDF)
Complete details are contained within the Call for Presentations proposal
form:
(DOC
Form |
Accessible DOC).
USBLN® "I Am, I Can, I Do" National Public Education Campaign: First
Public Service Announcement (PSA) Now Available Online
WASHINGTON, DC (December 14, 2011) - The US Business Leadership Network
(USBLN®) is proud to launch their national public education campaign
titled, "I Am, I Can, I Do." The campaign includes a series of 30 and 60
second Public Service Announcements (PSAs) showcasing people with disabilities
who 'Do!'
(DOC |
PDF)
U.S. Department of Labor Issues Proposed 503 Rulemaking Released Today
WASHINGTON, DC (December 9, 2011) - The US Business Leadership Network
(USBLN®) wishes to recognize the Secretary of Labor, Hilda L. Solis and
the department's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) Director,
Patricia A. Shiu for their leadership in focusing on this important issue.
The USBLN® looks forward to reviewing the proposed rule and providing
their input into the formulation of the government's final rule on hiring,
advancing and retaining individuals with disabilities by America's federal
contractors.
(DOC |
PDF)
Jill Houghton, USBLN® Executive Director to Testify at the US Senate
Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee Hearing
WASHINGTON, DC (November 17, 2011) – Jill Houghton, the US Business
Leadership Network®’s (USBLN®) Executive Director has been invited
by the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee
to testify at a hearing this week entitled, “The Americans with
Disabilities Act and Accessible Transportation: Challenges and
Opportunities.” The USBLN® testimony was prepared from the viewpoint
and experiences of the corporate members and leadership of the organization.
(DOC |
PDF)
Jill Houghton Appointed as USBLN® Executive Director
WASHINGTON, DC (November 1, 2011) - The US Business Leadership Network
(USBLN®) today announced that Jill Houghton has been appointed Executive
Director. This appointment was made by unanimous decision by the USBLN®
Board of Directors during their October meeting held in conjunction with
the 2011 USBLN® Annual Conference in Louisville, Kentucky.
(DOC |
PDF)
USBLN® 2010 Annual Report
The US Business Leadership Network (USBLN®) is pleased to present its
2010 Annual Report. . This report is available to our corporate members,
BLN affiliates, Organizational Allies, partners and stakeholders to demonstrate
our commitment to promoting diversity in the workplace, marketplace and supply
chain. It is with great humility that the USBLN® can share with you its
many accomplishments, as well as our vision moving forward.
(PDF |
DOC)
Roadmaps For Enhancing Employment of Persons With Disabilities Through
Accessible Technology
The USBLN® and ATIA Release Final Report on “Roadmaps to Enhancing
Employment of Persons with Disabilities Through Accessible
Technology”
New Jersey Business Leadership Network - Disabilities At Work
Radio
The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation, home of the New Jersey Business
Leadership Network, recently launched an Internet Radio Show called Disabilities
At Work Radio. Disabilities At Work Radio is seeking businesses that support
people with disabilities through philanthropy, or that go ‘beyond
compliance’ in finding and hiring qualified people with disabilities
to spotlight on its show.
Learn how your company can get involved with Disabilities At Work Internet
Radio by contacting Patty Cullinane
at 908-975-3211 or by going to
www.DisabilitiesAtWork.org.
Friend them on Facebook at
Disabilities At Work. Join their Tweem at
disabilitiesat.
US Business Leadership Network & Pennsylvania BLN: “Tuesday
Talks”
Free Calls…Valuable Networking & Education
 Tuesday Talks with the PA BLN allow
companies from across the state and country to quickly learn about a valuable
resource or success story related to the employment of people with disabilities.
These free monthly phone calls are scheduled on the second
Tuesday of every month from 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST.
Participants are also able to have discussions with their peers about topics
that address: ideas for accommodations; ways to improve recruitment and/or
retention; ideas for becoming a company of choice for employees and customers;
strategies for compliance; financial incentives available to businesses;
and more!
Interested parties should pre-register to gain access to these conference
calls controlled by the PA BLN. To register, contact Stacy Kyle at 717-763-0968
ext. 115 or
stacy.kyle@blnofpa.org.
Download Tuesday Talks Schedule
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