our business partners
maine state government joins working together business network
On October 15, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. in the Cabinet Room (2nd floor) of the Maine
State House in Augusta, Governor John Baldacci held a meeting with key Working
Together business partners where he announced that Maine State Government would
formally join the group.
The Governor then made it official by signing the Working Together 'pledge'
which states:
I certify that Maine State Government commits to the following
best employment practices to further the employment of people with disabilities:
- A commitment to employ individuals with disabilities
- A commitment to creating a corporate environment that is disability friendly
- A commitment to a recruiting and hiring process that encourages people with disabilities to apply for posted positions
pictures from the signing of the pledge:
IMAGES BY SUSAN GATTI PHOTOGRAPHY
Click on the thumbnails for a larger version.
Governor Baldacci (at the podium) opening the meeting; on the left is Michael Bourque, MEMIC |
Governor Baldacci speaking before signing the 'pledge'. To right is
Merritt Carey, Working Together's Business Partner Liaison. |
Closer view showing Working Together logo and website (on sign) |
Governor Baldacci signing the 'pledge'. Back right: Mel Clarrage, Chair, Commission on Disability and Employment; Back left: Garret Oswald, Maine Jobs Council |
Close-up of pledge signing |
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