Business Leadership Network


 

The Business Leadership Network (BLN) is a free, membership network that offers employers resources for recruiting candidates with disabilities, information on disability employment issues, recognition for best disability employment practices, and exposure to untapped markets for goods and services.

The primary purpose of the Business Leadership Network (BLN) is to promote the employment of people with disabilities through diversity policies and hiring practices that target candidates with disabilities through education, support and awareness.

 

2010 Ability Award - Business Leadership Network Site of the Year

 

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The ABC's of the ADA 
On November 4, 2011,  the Labor & Employment Law Committee of the South Palm Beach County Bar Association is sponsoring a half-day seminar on the “The ABC’s of the ADA.”  This is a must-attend event as the rules have recently been revised and are real game-changers.   

Simply follow the link below to register for this exciting event!

 

Labor & Employment Law Seminar: The ABC's of the ADA

 

 

The Business Leadership Network (BLN) is a free, membership network that offers employers resources for recruiting candidates with disabilities, information on disability employment issues, recognition for best disability employment practices, and exposure to untapped markets for goods and services.

The primary purpose of the Business Leadership Network (BLN) is to promote the employment of people with disabilities through diversity policies and hiring practices that target candidates with disabilities through education, support and awareness.

The Palm Beach Business Leadership Network is one of 15 chapters with in the Florida Business Leaderships Network and as a result affiliated with the national United States Business Leadership Network. As your local chapter, it is our goal to keep you informed about the latest disability hiring trends through free educational seminars, networking events and our annual conference.

Employer benefits of membership include:

  • Free networking breakfasts and employer workshops.
  • Free annual educational seminar and award luncheon
  • Employer Resource Kits - On-line guide and CD Rom that provide information about recruiting, hiring, accommodating and retaining employees with disabilities.
  • Free publications on tax benefits, ADA guidelines, disability etiquette and much more.
  • Networking with fellow members at local chapter meetings, employer workshops and other disability-related events.
  • An extensive website that provides hiring resources, a comprehensive list of agencies that provide job placement services for people with disabilities and other useful tools for employers.
  • Recognition for membership and annual awards program that honor employers practicing best disability hiring strategies.
  • Participation in state wide PR campaigns.

For more information on how hiring persons with disabilities can help your business, please contact Mary Thomas, at 561-966-4288 x109 or by email at mthomas@cilo.org