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 about the Business Leadership Network: employer information benefits to employers where to find employees how can employers participate in the bln? other bln websites

bullet  Benefits to employers:

  • It makes good business sense to participate. Participation will enhance your ability to fill job openings and create a diverse workforce. A diverse workforce gives companies a competitive advantage by enabling them to better meet the needs of their customers, successfully compete in the global marketplace and hire from an expanded labor pool.

  • Opportunities for positive Public Relations. Participation will provide you with opportunities to spotlight your company’s successes in hiring persons with a disability and sponsor well advertised activities and brochures.

  • The BLN is an organized source for information. Pennsylvania’s BLN will work in conjunction with Chambers of Commerce, business associations, Team PA CareerLinks (one stop employment centers), and the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation to provide employers with easy access to information regarding the recruitment and training of individuals with a disability. The BLN should make it simple for employers to find answers to their questions about accommodations, ADA, community resources, tax credits, specific disabilities, etc.

 

bullet  Where to find employees:

In addition to the employment agencies located across Pennsylvania that assist persons with a disability, there are several Web sites that can provide employers with information for finding job seekers with a disability.

 

bullet  How can employers participate in the BLN?

The role of the business community members will vary based on their employment needs and what they feel is feasible and beneficial to their company. Below is a list of some ways businesses can be involved with the Business Leadership Network.

  • Receive access to pertinent disability hiring practices, educational and training information and promote this information within your human resources organization.

  • Participate in local and state BLN meetings. Share success stories and hiring strategies with other members.

  • Participate by including individuals with disabilities in your internship, mentoring and interviewing programs.

 

bullet  Other BLN Web sites:

Approximately 19 other states have started Business Leadership Networks. If you are interested in finding out which states have developed BLNs and those that have Web sites, click here.