Working Order Incubator - Pittsburgh
Your Resource for Small Business Development
Entrepreneurship: Creative Alternative Work Opportunities
According to the National Organization on Disability and the United States Census Bureau, the unemployment rate for working-age individuals with significant disabilities is over 80 percent. This is the highest percentage among any group of Americans, regardless of their education or qualifications. Of those individuals with disabilities who are unemployed, 79 percent report they need to work and want to find suitable employment.
There is a clear need for innovative employment alternatives. Opportunity for traditional employment can be limited by transportation difficulties, unpredictable changes in health, or the need for additional support on the job. Becoming an entrepreneur allows many individuals the greater flexibility needed to match their skills and interests with the current demands of the marketplace.
Working Order, a small business incubator, offers support for individuals with disadvantages and/or disabilities in finding the right creative alternative to do productive, valuable work. Some participants find self-employment to be their best-fit long-term option while others use their entrepreneurial skills to transition, creating a bridge to more traditional employment.
To find out more about how Working Order can help you or someone you love find meaningful work in today's marketplace call 412.782.5344 x 209.
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Marlene uses her years of graphic design agency experience to design the marketing materials needed by small business owners.
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Massage therapy can offer health benefits or just personal rejuvenation as explained by Modalities 8 Therapy owner, Patricia Imbarlina
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Eric takes a break from the follow-up call service he offers at Accessible Options, Inc.
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Roy Miller, Aardvark Adaptive Modifications, uses his experience which makes him an expert at accessible remodeling and making your space fit your needs.
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Carol Cocuzzi, Accessibility Matters, LLC reads plans to check on the ADA requirements before costly mistakes are made. Her motto, "Measure Twice, Build Once."
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Greg prepares to archive important documents and preserve the records of a small business owner.
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Bill Spondike learns from others at the monthly Brown Bag Lunch for entrepreneurs.
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Ardelle Robinson choose products for her next marketing campaign.
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Tom Brynes offers counsel to individuals with traumatic brain injury as they navigate the maze of services necessary to support their path to recovery.
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Colette Garmer, serial entrepreneur, owns a tool supply business and also works as a virtual office support resource for other small businesses.
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Janet Pisani, Monarch Image Consultants, provides good advice on presenting yourself at work.
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Paul Schwartz, Classic Promotions, offers business promotional products
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Susan Donley, Pets Pictured, provides professional portraits and memorials.
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Jim Bush offers mobile notary services.
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Michelle Michelini works as a medical transcriptionist for doctors.
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Dan Szwedko Graphics specializes in business brand identification.
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Debbie Constantin is an LPGA golf trainer at Pine Creek Golf Club.
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Randi Rubin, Golden Years Management offers good advice which supports family decision making.
