June Monthly Meeting: Employing People with Disabilities—A Collaborative Approach

Join us for our June monthly meeting as we focus on creating inclusive workplaces and expanding employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. We are pleased to welcome Teresa Wappel, Executive Director of Imagine Technical Institute (ITI), a nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to secure and maintain meaningful employment in our local community.

Teresa brings more than 30 years of experience in the disability services field, with professional expertise spanning residential supports, employment services, and day programming. 

In her role at ITI, Teresa leads job training programs and employment services that connect individuals with disabilities to rewarding opportunities within the community workforce. Under her leadership, ITI continues its mission to build strong partnerships with employers while supporting individuals in achieving long-term employment success.

Why attend?
This session will offer HR professionals and business leaders practical insights into collaborating with community partners, overcoming common employment barriers, and building inclusive workplaces that benefit both employers and employees. Attendees will leave inspired—and equipped—with strategies to strengthen their workforce through inclusion, innovation, and community collaboration.