Austin Lighthouse was honored by National Industries for the Blind (NIB), the nation’s largest employment resource for people who are blind, with the 2023 Employment Growth Award. The award recognizes Austin Lighthouse’s efforts to increase employment retention, growth and upward mobility for people who are blind.
“We are deeply honored to receive the 2023 Employment Growth Award from NIB. At Austin Lighthouse, we are dedicated to providing meaningful employment opportunities for blind Texans, and this award is a testament to our ongoing commitment to this mission.”
” said Jim Meehan, President and CEO.
This is the third recognition Austin Lighthouse has received in 2023. The nonprofit was also recognized as a U.S. Best in Class Employer by Gallagher for its exceptional performance in optimizing employee and organizational wellbeing. Additionally, Jim Meehan was named as one of Austin’s Top CEO/Site Leaders by the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce.
“Austin Lighthouse is doing an outstanding job of creating rewarding career opportunities for people who are blind” said NIB President and CEO Kevin Lynch. “This is a great example of the unlimited capabilities of people who are blind working specifically in Austin and across the country.
About Austin Lighthouse
Travis Association for the Blind (aka Austin Lighthouse), headquartered in Austin, Texas has been serving the needs of the blind and visually impaired community of Travis County and surrounding areas since 1934. The Lighthouse’s mission is to enhance the opportunities for economic and personal independence of people who are blind or visually impaired by creating, sustaining and improving employment. A 501(c3) nonprofit organization does this in several different settings, including warehousing / distribution facilities, manufacturing and repair facilities, assembly operations, bottling operations, custodial, retail and vending operations. By leveraging technology and automation, the Lighthouse employs over 240 people who are legally blind to make the products and provide the services required by their customers. The Lighthouse also works with area business and community partners to assist with developing vocational and independent living skills.