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Business Wire
20-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Future of California's Disabled Workforce Hangs in Balance as Group Appeals to Governor, Legislative Leaders
SACRAMENTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- PRIDE Industries made an urgent attempt Thursday to get help from the Governor and Legislative leaders to save the jobs of 58 employees, half of whom have disabilities or are service-disabled veterans. The company, which holds a contract with a state facility for janitorial services and employs and provides support services to the workers, sent letters requesting intervention to Governor Newsom, Speaker Rivas and Senate President pro Tempore McGuire. In just days, PRIDE Industries said its 58 employees will be cut off from their jobs at the state's California Medical Facility (CMF) in Vacaville as a result of a damaging decision by the State Personnel Board at the request of SEIU Local 1000. The workers are employed at the facility through a contract held by PRIDE Industries. These individuals are slated to lose their jobs when the positions they hold are set to be reassigned July 1 to inmate labor. In the letter to the state's highest leaders, CMF worker Ameer Habeeb emphasizes that rehabilitation programs should not come at the expense of inclusive employment. 'These two missions are not mutually exclusive, and California should be leading the way in honoring both,' Habeeb said. Habeeb called for urgent state intervention and support for a legislative fix that would preserve these jobs and uphold California's commitment to equitable workforce access for the long-term. Efforts to work with SEIU Local 1000 advocating for a similar course of action have not yielded a resolution, according to PRIDE Industries. Former Congressman Tony Coelho, author the Americans with Disabilities Act, also has urged the state and union to retain the positions held by these employees and come up with a lasting solution to protect employment for people with disabilities. The letter was delivered to Governor Newsom and leadership on Thursday and noted that the stakes for disability inclusion and equity in California's public workforce are high. facilities operations and maintenance services, custodial services, contract manufacturing, supply chain management, packaging and fulfillment services, and placement services to private and public organizations nationwide. Founded in 1966, PRIDE Industries' mission is to create employment for people with disabilities. Through personalized employment services it helps individuals realize their true potential and lead more independent lives. PRIDE Industries proves the value of its inclusive workforce model through operational success across multiple industries every day.
Business Upturn
30-04-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
PRIDE Industries Promotes Tim Young to Senior Vice President of Human Resources
Roseville, Calif., April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PRIDE Industries, the nation's leading employer of people with disabilities, announced the promotion of Tim Young to Chief Human Resources Officer, Senior Vice President. Young, who served most recently as Vice President of Talent Management, has been instrumental in advancing PRIDE Industries' mission since joining the organization in August 2021 as Senior Director of Talent Acquisition. 'Tim brings decades of experience and a strong understanding and knowledge of talent acquisition best practices, hiring technology, market trends, and labor regulations to this well-deserved promotion,' said Jeff Dern, President and CEO of PRIDE Industries. 'With his extensive experience and commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture, he is the ideal leader for our HR organization.' In his new role, Tim will provide strategic leadership and guidance on the employee journey, with the goal of creating a more inclusive and engaged workforce. His department oversees all facets of talent management, including outreach and recruiting, onboarding, performance management, training and employee development, and exit processes. Additionally, Tim leads recruiting efforts for PRIDE Industries' AbilityOne contracts. 'PRIDE Industries is known for its positive workplace culture,' said Tim, 'and I plan to ensure that tradition continues as we move the department into its next stage of growth. I look forward to implementing strategies that support both business results and employee wellbeing.' Since joining PRIDE Industries, Tim has spearheaded a company-wide initiative to launch the refreshed Core Values: Integrity, Teamwork, Tenacity, and Innovation. He has also developed and implemented strategies to enhance and expedite hiring processes while improving the overall employee experience. In addition, Young and PRIDE Industries' Learning and Development Team launched a monthly leadership development series and created a career progression program which allows employees the opportunity to build skills and capability to take on roles of greater responsibility. Before his tenure at PRIDE Industries, Tim held leadership positions in talent acquisition and human resources at several prominent companies, including AutoZone, Ross Stores, and Cost-Plus World Market. He was one of only 11 inaugural commissioners to establish the professional certification system for members of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world's largest organization dedicated to human resource management. Tim holds a bachelor's degree from Sonoma State University, where he was a member of the track and field team and participated in the NCAA Division II National Championships. He also served in the U.S. Army Reserve as an enlisted soldier. About PRIDE Industries PRIDE Industries delivers business excellence with a positive social impact. A social enterprise, we provide facilities operations and maintenance services, custodial services, contract manufacturing, supply chain management, packaging and fulfillment services, and placement services to private and public organizations nationwide. Founded in 1966, PRIDE Industries' mission is to create employment for people with disabilities. Through personalized employment services, we help individuals realize their true potential and lead more independent lives. PRIDE Industries proves the value of its inclusive workforce model through operational success across multiple industries every day. Attachment Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
