Michele Ford, President & CEO, Inroads To Opportunities, Guests on NJBIZ Conversations

Michele Ford, President & CEO, Inroads to Opportunities, was recently featured on NJBIZ Conversations with Host Jeffery Kanige. Inroads to Opportunities is a Union County, NJ, based non-profit human services agency that provides programs and services to individuals with disabilities ranging in age from 16 to retirement. 

In a wide-ranging conversation, Ford discussed the importance of National Disability Employment Month, which falls each year in October.  Ford emphasized the importance of more recognition for National Disability Employment Month. 

According to Ford, “We are the most diverse and inclusive group of people. Employers should start to recognize it's much easier now after COVID with all the flexibility we are adding to the workspace to not be afraid to take a chance on someone with a disabling condition.” As the conversation continued, Ford was able to outline the benefits individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce.

With over 35 years of experience, Ford has made a tremendous impact on the lives of employees and participants in the Inroads to Opportunities program. Demonstrating selflessness and compassion, Ford has dedicated her life to support individuals with disabilities. 

Within the last year, Ford has been recognized as a ‘2022 NJBIZ ICON’ by NJBIZ, the Shero Award given by the Union County Board of Commissioners with as well as receiving the ‘Inventive Leader in Adult Services, Courage and Compassion Award’ presented by the NJ Association of Mental Health & Addiction Agencies (NJAMHAA). 

To listen to the interview, please click here: https://bit.ly/3f0GR1m