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Entrepreneurs Launch Professional Career Services

For Adults With Autism

Approximately 80 percent of adults who have autism leadership at Royal Caribbean and BrandsMart USA; and application process, while effectively communicating their
spectrum disorder (ASD) are unemployed, which was the the founder of Kathryn Kerrigan Footwear, one of the first skills and abilities to prospective employers. Additional career
exact statistic that propelled two entrepreneurs, Kathryn .com fashion footwear companies. Given her technology development services provided by Work Force Match include
Kerrigan and Michael Atkins, to create Work Force Match, background, Kathryn recognized many of her team members detailed assessment, career coaching, access to webinars,
Inc. Work Force Match, Inc. is an innovation solution fell somewhere within the spectrum. candidate profile, career planning and general employee
combined with professionals that provides job and career After meeting Michael Atkins, executive chairman of development, training, and mentorship.
support for those with autism while in parallel, increasing Work Force Match, Inc., the idea came to fruition. His As stated by Atkins, “We want to encourage candidates with
the rights for those with autism (or who may be on the background includes chairman and CEO of Amaxven, a ASD to enter the workforce in a supportive way that develops
spectrum). By consulting corporations, Work Force Match Hobe Sound-based management consulting and investment their confidence. We all have brilliant talents – let’s use them.”
assists employers to meet the organization’s diversity, equity firm. Their like-minded business attitudes developed Work Work Force Match is recruiting candidates and
and inclusion programs while also providing an opportunity Force Match. Atkins recalled a family member working employers in the South Florida region. To learn more about
for those with ASD to be part of the community. in the school system and recalls the brilliance and tragedy the company or to sign up as a candidate or employer, please
The idea has been a goal of Kathryn Kerrigan’s for many of unsupported autistic students. Atkins advises boards visit WFMatch.com.
years and is based on her own personal experience in the field of directors, executives, and investors in transition. He Employment Statistic For Autistic Adults
and countless friends’ as well. Kerrigan, once diagnosed with developed and managed executive transition services, The National Autism Society statistics show that about 16
Asperger’s (outdated terminology), always knew she was a bit staffing and recruiting systems for global organizations, percent of autistic adults, including people with Asperger’s
different in social and work settings. “Most people are shocked SWIFT banking network and Lockheed Martin aerospace. syndrome, are in full-time paid employment and only 32
when I mention it,” says Kerrigan. As CEO of Work Force Work Force Match provides solutions that support percent are in paid work, but 77 percent of unemployed autistic
Match, Inc., her background includes CEO of AI software autistic job seekers navigating the employment search and adults want to work. Our mission is to improve this situation.
development company; UnKommon Revolution; executive

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Tyler Cameron To Hold Gala from page 1
Kids aged 6 to 12 are $5 each and 5 and under are
The gala is a black- free.
tie event that includes Veteran/military tickets are $5 per person. (Proof of
a silent auction, a live military service will be checked at the gate.)
auction, dinner, and There are lots of exciting upgrade ticket packages too:
dancing. Tickets are Dirty Flight Suit party, Flight Line club, spectator seating,
$500 per person, with all premium parking and more. There are a limited number
proceeds supporting the available for each, so don’t wait to check the details at
foundation. The owners www.stuartairshow.com/tickets and purchase yours. F16 Fighter Jet
of the Pelican Club, The Stuart Air Show highlights the importance of Photo by Matt Haskell
Lessing’s Hospitality aviation and the service of veterans. It also provides scores
Group, are thrilled to of opportunities for schools and school-age children to learn performances by nationally-known performers, as well
support the foundation about aviation, American history and the Armed Forces. as interesting and historical stationary displays of aircraft
by hosting the event. The It is a safe, family-friendly entertainment experience and vehicles.
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Andrea Cameron that generates financial support for benefiting nonprofit To learn more about the Stuart Air Show, how you can
will take center stage organizations. The Stuart Air Show features thrilling volunteer or be a sponsor, visit www.stuartairshow.com.
with stunning waterfront views.
“I cannot thank Lessing’s Hospitality Group enough
for their generosity in allowing The Andrea C. Cameron
Foundation to hold our gala at one of the best, most
scenic event spaces in the Jupiter area,” Tyler said. “The
view of the lighthouse resonates with everyone in the
community as a true symbol of Jupiter.”
To enjoy one of his favorite pastimes with friends
and family, Tyler will also host a golf tournament for
the foundation the day after the gala. The tournament
will be held at Palm Beach Par 3 golf course in Palm Jupiter Beach Specialists
Beach. The tournament is from 1 to 6 p.m., and tickets
start at $600 per person and $2,000 per foursome.
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welcome.
About The Andrea C. Cameron Foundation
Three sons. One mission. After losing their mother,
brothers Austin, Tyler, and Ryan Cameron started The
Andrea C. Cameron Foundation to honor her legacy by
awarding scholarships to students and contributing to
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