Spotlight on Norma Rice, “Life Doesn’t Stop, You Have to be Creative and Still Enjoy Achieving Your Dreams”

Norma Rice joined the Base Supply Center (BSC) team in July 2021 as a Customer Service Specialist at Davis Monthan AFB. On a daily basis, Norma is responsible for performing inventory cycle counts, stocking shelves, engaging with customers, and assisting the Airmen at the register. With more than thirty (30) years in the retail industry, … Read more

President/CEO Chris LaFollette Will Be the Special Guest on the Changing the Perception of Blindness: One Conversation at a Time Podcast

Arizona Industries for the Blind President/CEO Chris LaFollette will be the special guest on the Changing the Perception of Blindness: One Conversation at a Time podcast on Friday, February 18, 2022.  Chris and host David Steinmetz will  discuss the benefits to the community and industry by employing people who are blind.  Listen LIVE at 1:00 … Read more

Changing the Perception of Blindness: One Conversation at a Time by David Steinmetz

“Our perception of the world around us not only comes from our senses, but is also influenced by our expectations. These expectations or “prior beliefs,” are generally derived from family values, cultural norms and our past experiences.” https://www.yourvalley.net/stories/steinmetz-changing-the-perception-of-blindness-one-conversation-at-a-time,276795

Achieving the American Dream

AIB employee Richard White is living his definition of the American Dream. Phoenix, AZ—Computer Operator Richard White is living his definition of the AmericanDream. He has pride in home ownership, is financially self-sufficient and able to support hisfamily. White, who is legally blind, has been employed at Arizona Industries for the Blind (AIB) formore than … Read more

Congratulations to the Employees of the Year!

Susan was recognized by her Supervisor for her regular contributions to enhancing the productivity and safety of all AIB workers, providing suggestions to her supervisors to help with improvements in the warehouse. Susan keeps her picking area exceptionally clean and organized which makes performing our yearly physical inventories flow very smoothly. Paul by far has … Read more

Join us as we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Join U.S. House of Representative Debbie Lesko and Arizona Industries for the Blind as we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). This year marks not only the 75th celebration of NDEAM, but also the 30th anniversary of the ADA. The 2020 NDEAM theme is “Increasing Access and Opportunity” for Americans with disabilities. Arizona Industries … Read more