The Bender DisabilitySmart Engine™ not only helps you make decisions about engagement and accessibility that are ‘disability smart’ or demonstrate true understanding of disability culture; it allows you to apply disability intelligence efficiently and effectively to realize positive impact and lasting change within your organization. 

Our continuum of services offers the opportunity to engage in the areas that make the best sense for your organization. We can help you to build and refine your overall approach to disability engagement and accessibility. Whether you are seeking to apply effective industry practices within a key business area or throughout the enterprise, Bender can connect you with solutions you need to meet the needs of your organization.

DisabilitySmart Engine™

DisabilitySmart Engine™
Hire People With Disabilities at all Levels of the Workforce

INCLUDE people with disabilities now.

Widen Your Talent Pool

Include employees with disabilities within your team to create a DisabilitySmart™ workforce.

People with disabilities remain the greatest untapped labor force in the United States today. These are people who want to work and want to contribute to the economy. For this group of people, Competitive Jobs Mean Freedom®. Bender Consulting Services has roots in a strong understanding of recruitment and executive search and we bring those ideals and methodologies to work for your organization through our Include products. Our talent programs are designed to examine the needs of your business so that engagement is impactful and contributes to the needs of the organization.

Address Ableism in the Workplace Through Training

IGNITE action by educating your workforce.

Engage a Paychecks Not Pity Strategy

Ignite change and empower your workforce with DisabilitySmart™ training.

Inspire action with workshops and training programs designed to break down attitudinal barriers, address talent management questions, and provide real workforce solutions in the area of disability engagement and accessibility. Engage all levels of the organization, enterprise wide. eLearning, virtual and in-person offerings are available. Programs are people-centric; meaning training is focused on opening dialogue between associates and empowers employees to make lasting changes. Our programs encourage a mind-set of Paychecks Not Pity® for people managers and employees with disabilities.

Assess for Digital Accessibility and Define a Culture of Inclusion

ILLUMINATE the path to accessibility.

Ensure Processes and Technologies are Accessible

Illuminate the path for developing and maintaining a DisabilitySmart™ work environment.

At Bender Consulting Services, we can help you assess existing processes and policies, develop a plan for disability engagement that complements your organization’s operational goals and creates an environment that is welcoming and accessible. Whether you’re seeking guidance on how to get started, reevaluating and refining existing practices, or elevating current programs to become DisabilitySmart™; we have the expertise and real-world experience in disability employment, customer engagement, and digital accessibility to support your journey.