Building a Business with Purpose: Empowering People with Autism Through Entrepreneurship matters because it changes what a BCBA notices when decisions have to hold up in clinical documentation, payer communication, supervision records, and leadership review. In Building a Business with Purpose: Empowering People with Autism Through Entrepreneurship, for this course, the practical stakes show up in service continuity, accurate reporting, and defensible clinical decisions, not in abstract discussion alone.
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Join Free →Starting a business with the mission of employing individuals with autism presents unique challenges and opportunities. This presentation explores the strategies for success in launching a company that not only provides meaningful employment but also creates an inclusive environment where individuals with both low and high support needs with autism can thrive in every facet of the business. Specifically, we will examine the approach of acquiring an existing business—a chocolate factory—as a model for integration. The presentation will highlight key factors such as tailoring work environments, fostering employee independence, and providing specialized training. We will also address the critical importance of creating a supportive culture that ensures long-term success, not only for the business but for the individuals it employs. Join us as we explore actionable strategies, practical insights, and the profound impact such a venture can have on both the business community and society at large.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | General |
| APA | 0 | — |
| COA | 1 | — |
Jamie Arnold is currently the Director of Educational Services for the Eden II Programs. She has been with the agency since 2005. Jamie earned her Master’s Degree in Childhood Regular/Special Education from the College of New Rochelle and her Master’s Degree in School Building Leadership from St. John’s University. Jamie is currently a doctoral candidate in educational leadership at Concordia Wisconsin. Jamie has been a classroom teacher, head teacher, and clinical coordinator at the Eden II Programs. She has worked with typically developing children, as well as students with autism, ages ranging from Pre-K to adulthood. Jamie has presented at a variety of local, national and international conferences and she currently oversees the school age programming, community integration, vocational program, and transition services at Eden II.
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