EnergyForce Origin Story | EnergyForce Series S6:Pt8 | Ep.546

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast's EnergyForce Series S6:Pt8: Michele Ptsazek, Marketing & Customer Education at ComEd, joins Podcast Host Daniel Smrokowski to talk about the origin story of how she co-founded the EnergyForce Program and we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

 

Personal Experience and ComEd work experience with Inclusive Employment and Disability:IN; Disclosing Disability and Accommodations needed for employment; and we highlight the importance of transportation in getting to work.

 

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Special Chronicles Podcast Episode 546 ShowNotes & Links Mentioned On This Episode:

 

• Disability: IN will celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month with virtual matchmaking/speed networking on Wednesday, October 25 from 12-3pm Central Time. Individuals interested in participating in the networking event should email: NextGen@DisabilityIN.org 
• Learn more about Disability:IN HERE 
• Corporate Partners interested in participating in the networking event should register using this form by October 4. 
• Transportation Resources:
  • Uber access 
  • RTA Mobility Services reduced fare permit for CTA & Pace: www.ventrachicago.com 
  • www.RTAchicago.org 

 

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• Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.

 

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ComEd EnergyForce Program: The country’s first energy-efficiency education program designed for and taught by people with disabilities.  Visit specialchronicles.com/comed for energy efficiency and social resources and to learn more about EnergyForce Program.

 

United Airlines: United's Bridge Disability Business Resource Group is committed to being an ally for all employees and customers with disabilities and is connecting people of all abilities. Visit specialchronicles.com/united to learn more on United’s commitment to disability inclusion for employment and travel.

 

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