Workplace
Disability
Inclusion
Traub & Associates connects you with reliable, untapped labor—like people with disabilities and veterans—so you can hire and retain qualified employees who will help your business thrive.
Disability Consulting
As an employer, you need qualified, reliable people to make your business succeed. But finding good labor is difficult. Traub & Associates connects you with an untapped source of labor that includes people with disabilities, veterans and more. With our proven process, you will identify, engage, hire, and retain these individuals who want to work the same job for the same pay with the same expectations. Stop falling short on productivity because you don’t have enough people to do the job. Our solutions provide consistency and dependability for your business.
Our Services
Traub & Associates offers services that go beyond merely bringing companies into ADA compliance. Our comprehensive strategies focus on workplace accommodations, inclusion, and prevention, ensuring your organization not only meets legal requirements but also fosters a healthy and inclusive environment. These tactics yield long-lasting success by integrating health and well-being into your company’s core operations, ultimately supporting employees of all abilities.
Disability Inclusion Consulting
Retention & Culture Development
IMPPACT First Responder Disability Training
IMPPACT—Integrated Mental, Physical, Psychological Awareness Communication Training—is a comprehensive program that equips first responders with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to recognize, communicate with, and support every person they encounter, no matter their abilities or circumstances. Beyond the training itself, IMPPACT also provides practical resources such as visual-based universal communication cards and De-Escalation Kits stocked with sensory and comfort items, so you’re prepared for the moments that matter most.
why traub & associates
Traub & Associates is a trusted leader in disability inclusion, with over a decade of experience empowering companies to create inclusive workplaces that drive innovation and growth. Our approach is business-focused and results-driven, combining deep expertise in disability inclusion with a thorough understanding of the unique challenges businesses face today.
Our extensive client portfolio includes renowned organizations such as the U.S. government, Starbucks, the Los Angeles Clippers, Amazon, and the University of Kansas Health System. These partnerships highlight our ability to deliver tailored solutions across diverse industries, from healthcare and retail to government and sports. Whether developing comprehensive training programs, implementing sustainable inclusion strategies, or enhancing company culture, we meet each client where they are on their inclusion journey and guide them toward measurable success.
Traub & Associates has shaped industry-leading initiatives, including the AMC Theatres’ FOCUS program, which transformed their hiring practices and resulted in the employment of nearly 1,800 individuals with disabilities within 16 months. This program remains a benchmark in the industry more than a decade later.
Our commitment to excellence is recognized globally. We were selected by the U.S. Embassy to present at a disability inclusion conference in Moscow, where we shared innovative U.S. practices and facilitated discussions with European companies eager to start their own inclusion journeys.
Join the ranks of leading organizations in partnering with Traub & Associates to unlock the full potential of a diverse workforce and drive your business forward through the power of disability inclusion.
Our Process
Together, we’ll work through our Disability Inclusion Journey to solve your employment problems using this untapped group of job seekers. Here’s how:
01
Discovery
We learn everything we can about your company and its current policies and procedures regarding employment and the workplace.
02
Customized Plan
We create a phased project to meet your goals and objectives for disability and inclusion employment.
03
Implementation
We set the plan in motion, removing barriers to employment, cultivating relationships with organizations within the disability and veteran communities, and facilitating training.
04
Technical Assistance
We help you educate, engage and empower your employees to maintain these strategies well into the future.
Learn the Benefits of Disability Inclusion
Hiring people with disabilities can be a challenge without the right guidance. Many companies are unfamiliar with laws and regulations, and they don’t know how to identify current and unintended barriers to employment that you may have in place. Let us help you remove the taboo and see how your organization can engage the disability and veteran communities to realize a proven competitive advantage.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines a person with a disability as a person who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, such as:
- Seeing
- Hearing
- Eating
- Sleeping
- Walking
- Standing
- Lifting
- Bending
- Speaking
- Breathing
- Learning
- Reading
- Concentrating
- Thinking
- Communicating
- Working
61 Million (26% or 1 in 4)
17% of people are born with a disability; 83% of people acquire a disability later in life; 20% of workers will experience a disability lasting one or more years during their professional lives and the rate accelerates when employees pass their mid-forties
People with disabilities in the U.S. have an annual discretionary spending power of $220 billion, which does not take into account family, friends and supporters; 87% of consumers would prefer to give their business to companies that employ individuals with disabilities.
Over four years, leaders in disability inclusion have, on average, 28% higher revenue, 2x the net income, and 30% higher economic profit margins.
- If an individual is adversely treated because of having an impairment that substantially limit a major life activity. Ex: blindness
- If an individual is adversely treated because of a record of an impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. Ex: cancer in the past, but now in remission
- If an individual is adversely treated because of a belief that an impairment is present that substantially limits a major life activity. Ex: walks or talks slowly
No. According to a poll by the Job Accommodation Network, ¾ of the employers surveyed said the average cost of hiring people with disabilities is the same as hiring a person without.
According to a poll by the Job Accommodation Network, the data shows:
- 73% of employers reports that their employees did not require special facilities at all.
- 56% of all special accommodations costs nothing
- 38% of all special accommodations cost less than $500.
- Only 12% of all special accommodations cost $1000 or more.
As a business who successfully employs people with disabilities, you will see the following positive benefits:
- Reduced Recruiting Costs
- Increased Safety and Return to Work
- Increased Productivity
- Enhanced Corporate Brand in the Public Eye
- Creates a Positive Workplace Culture
- Monetary Incentives
Do…
Understand that the employee can and should be held to the same standards of conduct and performance as other workers.
Ensure everyone in leadership understands the general process of requesting an accommodation or job-aid.
Respect employees’ privacy.
Involve the employee in the accommodation process and return to work plan (if disability was acquired while already employed)
Understand that a well-managed return to work is a win-win situation
Don’t…
Assume these employees are more likely to be violent.
Automatically attribute poor performance at work to the disability.
Try to be a counselor, psychiatrist, or medical expert.
What is Disability Inclusion?
Disability inclusion is the proactive effort to ensure people with disabilities have equal opportunities in the workplace. It goes beyond compliance with laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to foster a work environment where all employees—regardless of ability—can thrive.
At its core, disability inclusion means removing barriers, both physical and procedural, that prevent individuals with disabilities from fully participating in the workforce. This includes:
- Accessible Hiring Practices – Ensuring job postings, interviews, and application processes are inclusive.
- Workplace Accommodations – Adjusting workspaces, schedules, or tasks to support employees’ needs.
- Culture & Training – Educating teams on disability awareness, reducing stigma, and promoting an inclusive mindset.
- Retention Strategies – Supporting career growth for employees with disabilities through mentorship, advancement opportunities, and an accessible work environment.
Beyond social responsibility, disability inclusion benefits businesses. Companies that prioritize inclusion experience higher employee engagement, improved innovation, and access to a diverse talent pool. Research shows that businesses excelling in disability inclusion see 28% higher revenue and twice the net income compared to their peers.
By embracing disability inclusion, organizations create workplaces where all employees feel valued and empowered—leading to stronger teams, greater innovation, and long-term success.
Schedule a Meet & Greet
Contact us for a free one-hour consultation to discuss your needs and learn how we can create successful strategies to find qualified employees to fill real jobs with real results. This isn’t a charity program. It’s a successful business model for everyone!