Congratulations to our 2024 AAWA Employer of the Year: JASCO
Mark Schaffner of JASCO accepting award alongside LaQuita Colbert, Dana Ganschow, Kathy Veros, Gary Roettge, and DRTC Executive Director/CEO Deborah Copeland.
Beginning in 2008 with building displays for Target, this 16-year relationship currently supports more than 100 people in the DRTC Production Center and 12 individuals who have worked onsite at their location with more than $200,000 in contracts. Today, Jasco, an industry leader in electronics, looks to DRTC as a partner for high-quality work in kitting, assembly, and packaging, placing R-F-I-Dâs on products for placement in Walmart. As a company, Jasco aspires to improve peopleâs lives through partnerships that inspire change. We appreciate Jasco seeing our ability to be a valuable business partner, which is why Jasco is our Ability at WorkâEmployer of the Year.
Congratulations to all AAWA 2024 Spotlight Honorees!
Vocational Services
Nicholas Schildt
Excited about moving into Competitive Integrated Employment, Nicholas Schildt is determined and dedicated to his work. Working at the enclave Taylor Valve, Nick is recognized as a very skilled plug builder and PSI tester. Nick had an employment goal of moving into his own apartment where he is independent and lights up when talking about cooking some of his favorite recipes that come from his gaming system. He especially likes the recipe âThose Poor Unfortunate Rolls.â His dedication to working in the community and being an example for others moving into competitive integrated employment is why Nicholas Schildt is our Vocational Services Spotlight Honoree.
Employment Services
Isaiah Sweeney
Isaiah Sweeney has an infectious smile and laugh that immediately drew his coworkers and supervisors in. He has been a productive and dependable employee at Ross for almost one year. He is thorough when placing security tags and is willing to work in any department to stock merchandise on the floor. His eagerness to learn, willingness to work hard, and ability to adapt to various environments have made him a great employee, which is why Isaiah Sweeney is our Employment Services Spotlight Honoree.
Staff
Charles Young
A true advocate for a disability-inclusive workforce and the people he serves, Charles Young is known for his tenacity and follow-through to get the job done! He takes pride in his work and is a role model within the agency. He takes on each challenge with a positive âCan Doâ attitude. At DRTC since 2012, Charles transitioned from Warehouse/Delivery Driver to Warehouse Manager and is currently Production Coordinator. He recently stated, âYou donât work a day in your life if you love what you do.â He exemplifies that daily and is a great asset to DRTC. Charles Young is one of our Direct Service Professional Honorees.
Sue Gill
It is no wonder that Sue Gill is a trusted advocate for the clients at DRTC. Sue came to DRTC in 2021 after a dedicated career in education and counseling. Sue helped develop and lead the DRTC Academy, while building partnerships with local nonprofits such as I-D-D Safe and Bethany Childrenâs Center to help give specific skills to the individuals she serves. Her compassion and empathy is seen in every interaction! This is why Sue Gill is one of our Direct Service Professional Spotlight Honorees.
Federal Contracts
Rachel Evans (TMC)
Rachel Evans always has a positive attitude. An AbilityOne employee at DRTCâs Tinker Maintenance Contract since 2010, Rachel has worked in many different buildings during her tenure and has adapted to each environment. She develops trust and great relationships with her coworkers, leads, supervisor, and Tinker personnel. While developing these relationships she maintains focus on her tasks, taking pride in her work daily. Rachel Evans is one of our AbilityOne Spotlight Honorees.
Milvian Hernandez-Tecun (FAA)
A dedicated employee at the FAA Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center since 2016, Milvian Hernandez-Tecun is very flexible and accepting of changes which makes her a versatile employee. Milvian’s quality inspections scores consistently exceed 90% which shows exceptional detail and gives confidence to her Supervisors to have her regularly travel to other buildings at FAA to help her colleagues. Milvian is very thorough in what she does and truly enjoys coming to work every day. She is always happy to see her peers as well as her lead and supervisor. Milvian Hernandez-Tecun is one of our AbilityOne Spotlight Honorees.
