As a Wesco Business Resource Group (BRG) ABLE is committed to recognizing and embracing the value of employees with disabilities, apparent or not. All Wesco team members are welcomed – whether they have a disability or just want to be an ally.
ABLE
All Wesco employees are welcome and encouraged to join this dynamic group.
Our Mission
ABLE’s mission is to promote an inclusive environment for employees with disabilities through internal advocacy, support and education. We seek to understand the challenges employees with disabilities face and remove barriers in the workplace. ABLE is open to all Wesco employees.
Recruitment
After earning a top score on the 2024 Disability Equality Index, Wesco was recognized as one of the Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion.™ The Disability Equality Index is an objective benchmark and rating tool designed to assist businesses in advancing disability inclusion practices. As disability inclusion ambassadors for Wesco, ABLE members:
- Represent ABLE at career fairs and on college campuses
- Utilize our employee referral program
- Review job descriptions to ensure inclusion
- Utilize our accommodation process and employee assistance programs
- Ensure all digital accessibility requirements are met
Theresa Jones
Senior Manager, Proposal Development
“I initially joined ABLE to learn what Wesco and other companies are doing to be more inclusive and to advocate for my daughters in the workplace. Today, as an ABLE co-lead, I’m humbled to influence Wesco’s inclusion initiatives for those with disabilities.”
Engagement and Development of Diverse Talent
ABLE offers a variety of ways for people to get involved. Our quarterly all-member meetings include inclusion and diversity spotlights, accessibility tech tips, member spotlights and subcommittee updates. We also host bi-monthly networking and support group for parents and caregivers, as well as monthly coffee chats to discuss topics surrounding ASL, mental health, neurodiversity, disability pride and more.
Community and Business Development
Giving back to our communities is an essential part of Wesco’s mission. ABLE engages with a number of external partners to make an impact in the communities where we live and work.
ABLE Key Initiatives
- Collaboration with supplier partners to develop disability inclusion best practices
- Warehouse training program partnership with Aspire (Chicago, IL)
- Engagement with disability-owned business enterprises (DOBEs)
- Partnership with Best Buddies International
Christine Foy
Senior Sales Representative
“My Involvement with ABLE has been such a JOY and life changing opportunity for me. As a co-lead, I’ve been able to make connections across Wesco, develop my public speaking and leadership skills, and most importantly, make a positive impact for my team members with disabilities.”
Featured Article
Wesco Named “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion”
