Inclusive

If you’re at all familiar with ADC, you know how seriously we take our responsibility to help others. Working to create a better world is a big part of our mission.

Thirty-five ago, we hired our first developmentally disabled employee. We were a tiny firm, employing fewer than 10, and had published an ad seeking help in our production department. The only candidate to show up was a young man named Glen who rode his bicycle seven miles to our offices. He gave Marc Blitstein, our President and CEO, a note written by his mom asking that we give him a chance. We did, and we’ve never looked back.

Today, we’re one of New York’s largest private employers of people with developmental disabilities, accounting for more than 10% of our workforce. This allows us to keep jobs in the U.S. while helping local adults find sustainable employment. These colleagues work in positions throughout production, maintenance, shipping, and quality control, and together represent more than 250 years of combined service to ADC.

Some have been placed here in cooperation with our long-time partner AHRC Suffolk. They do remarkable things like matching the right candidates to the opportunities available. AHRC also provides ongoing support and training to ensure the relationships remain strong and productive.

To learn more about this and our other commitments and collaborations, visit on our Social Responsibility page, or check out the links below.