David Steinmetz – Changing the Perception of Blindness

Disabilities transcends every race, gender, ethnicity and age group.  During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we are grateful for David Steinmetz – sharing his personal experience is changing the perception of blindness while advancing opportunities for others in the community.

AIB Team Members Recently Traveled to Washington D.C. to Meet with Arizona’s Elected Officials

Four people dressed professionally posing in a Congressional office.

AIB team members recently traveled to Washington D.C. to meet with Arizona’s elected officials to discuss the critical role the AbilityOne Program plays in strengthening the U.S. industrial base, securing the military supply chain and creating American jobs for individuals who are blind or have significant disabilities. “We are grateful for Representative Juan Ciscomani, (AZ06) … Read more

Victor’s Inspiring Story of Success

“The American Dream is real!  Moving to the United States has given me better economy (income), which enabled me to buy a house, raise a family and put my two daughters through college,” said Victor Ramos, Material Handler, Distribution Services Unit. Victor clearly remembers  the day he was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)…  “my first … Read more

AIB Champions an Inclusive Workplace

At AIB, our mission is to inspire individuals who are blind to achieve their maximum potential through meaningful employment. In line with this mission, we are proud to celebrate the growth of our team. In the past four years, 37 AIB team members have advanced into roles with increased pay and responsibility, underscoring our commitment … Read more

Meet Rick Veloz: Operations Manager, Distribution Services Unit

Photograph of AIB Employee, Rick Veloz, standing in the DSU Warehouse.

As a child Rick was diagnosed with X-linked juvenile retinoschisis which is a condition characterized by impaired vision that begins in childhood. This disorder affects the retina , which is a specialized light-sensitive tissue that lines the back of the eye. When asked about giving advice to other blind individuals who desire upward mobility Rick said, “have confidence in yourself and through perseverance, you can overcome any obstacles, that’s how I got to where I am today.” Read More