Benefits Think Cultivating success through workforce accessibility

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With more than 1 in 4 adults in the United States living with a disability, organizations wrestle with hybrid work and talent retention. One strategic imperative stands out but remains largely unexplored is building workplaces that are genuinely accessible to employees with disabilities.

Recent data reveals a compelling trend. Workforce participation among individuals with disabilities increased from 29% in 2018 to 37% in 2023, driven largely by the widespread adoption of flexible work arrangements. 

Brian Reilly
Employee benefits consultant

Brian Reilly is an employee benefits consultant at Corporate Synergies. Board Secretary for the Westchester Human Resource Management Association (WHRMA), Brian specializes in … Read full bio


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