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"Companies that sponsor the BLN recognize that it makes good business sense to expand opportunities for people with disabilities. A diverse workforce gives companies the competitive advantage by enabling them to better meet the needs of their customers, successfully compete in the global marketplace and hire from an expanded labor pool."
...Statement from MNBLN website
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“The Americans with Disabilities Act represents civil rights for people with disabilities. However, it doesn't legislate attitudes! Business representatives talking with peers about positive experiences will change attitudes.”
...LaDrene E. Coyne Founder of the Washington State Business Leadership Network - 1999
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Benefits of Sponsoring the Washington State Business Leadership Network (WSBLN)
Whether you're a small business or part of a multi-national corporation, sponsorship in the WSBLN will provide you with solutions and insights your company needs to maintain a competitive edge. You will learn from the best practices, successes and experiences of other network sponsors.
- Increase knowledge of best employment practices.
- Improve customer service and market penetration.
- Receive recognition as a "Disability Friendly" business.
- Attend networking events.
- Share ideas and information with your peers.
- Access to our Website for news, events and resources (nationally and state/local level) to assist you in employing people with disabilities.
- Access to a diverse pool of talented and motivated employees.
- Connect with a broader customer base.
- Opportunities for positive public relations.
Ways That Your Business Can Participate and Support the WSBLN Initiative
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- Commit to sharing your experiences with other businesses.
- Participate in WSBLN networking events.
- Share information about the WSBLN and event activities in your company newsletter or internal e-mails.
- Host a WSBLN meeting at your place of business.
- Serve on the WSBLN Board or join a committee.
- Sponsor a WSBLN Event/promotional materials.
- Participate in a mentoring program for a person with a disability.
- Provide an internship/work experience to a person with a disability.
- Promote hiring people with disabilities.
WSBLN welcomes for-profit businesses to become sponsors of the organization. Applicants will receive a Sponsorship Agreement outlining roles, responsibilities and fees due for sponsorship. Sponsorship becomes effective upon receipt and acceptance of the applicant's completed Sponsorship Application and payment of dues. Final acceptance is awarded by the WSBLN Board of Directors. The WSBLN acknowledges and values the vital contributions of our Service Provider Partners and welcomes their participation and partnership in our efforts. Service Provider Partners include community-based organizations; non-profit groups; federal, state or local government agencies; and other boards or committees, which provide services to people with disabilities. Service Provider Partners may participate in WSBLN meetings and events and can be elected to the Board as Board Observers.
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How To Become A Sponsor |
 Become A Sponsor Of The WSBLN
Annual sponsorship entitles your company to the benefits of the WSBLN through December 31st of the current year. Initial sponsorship fees are determined by the date of sponsorship.
Use Our Convenient Sponsorship Application
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Equal Opportunity |
The Corporation recognizes the rights of all persons to equal opportunity in employment, compensation, promotion, education, positions of leadership and power, and shall not at any time discriminate against employees, applicants for employment, directors, officers, contractors or any other persons with whom the Corporation deals, because of race, creed, color, gender, disability (mental, physical or sensory), religion, veteran status, national origin, age, familial status, sexual orientation or any classification protected by applicable law.
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