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At National Able Network, I’m proud to be part of a mission that focuses on creating access and opportunity for communities that are often overlooked. But that mission only works when inclusion is more than a buzzword. Everyone deserves to…

This June, we purchased the building at 1700 W. 18th Street in Chicago’s iconic Pilsen neighborhood. If you’ve ever walked through our doors, you know this isn’t just any building — it’s where job seekers find hope. It’s been our…

Nathan “Nate” Woods has always been someone who cares deeply about his community. His career has always been rooted in service and mentorship, spending nearly three decades working with youth at his local community center in Nebraska. In 2017, Nate…

On Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2025, National Able Network celebrates the transformative power of accessibility in helping individuals with disabilities find not just jobs, but careers that spark joy and purpose. GAAD, observed every year on the third Thursday…

At National Able Network, we know that stress is part of life—especially when you’re searching for a job, changing careers, or learning something new. It’s something we hear about often from the people we work with, and honestly, we get…

I was incredibly fortunate to have an impactful start to my week spending time with our amazing board Chair Angel Torres meeting with federal lawmakers to educate and advocate for the reauthorization of critical workforce legislation. Ensuring American businesses and…

Leadership Lessons & Advice: The most valuable leadership lesson I’ve learned is that there is a difference between a leader and a boss.  I never want to be a boss, I flourish and my teams flourish when I remember who…

A true Chicagoan through and through, Thersa Price, began her career as a Customer Sales Support Representative at a technology and intelligent experience organization. Armed with her curiosity to understand, passion for process, and her Communications Degree from DePaul University…

Did you know that workforce development programs help millions of individuals transition into new careers, upskill, and connect with better opportunities? Despite the impact of these programs, many misconceptions still exist. Let’s set the record straight! Workforce development programs bridge…

Internships are more than just a resume booster—they are a valuable step toward a successful career. They offer hands-on experience, help students develop new skills, and provide professional connections. I am fortunate to start my marketing career at National Able…

From a young age, Cassandra Smith had high career aspirations. She dreamt of pursuing a journey as a pharmacist or even becoming the first doctor in her family. Once she pursued her undergraduate degree, she founded and led a student…

Heather Norrell was employed at Tyson Foods in Perry, Iowa in the general maintenance department where she worked on many of the machines throughout the organization. “All my previous jobs before this were in fast food or in gas stations,…