Blind Institute of Technology (BIT) hosted a team learning and networking event representing the professionals with disabilities community.

At Blind Institute of Technology (BIT), we are on a mission to redefine the workforce. We believe that talent is universal, but opportunity is not. We're a nonprofit workforce development partner dedicated to unlocking the immense potential of professionals with disabilities and leading the charge to close the employment gap. We are proud to be the only Salesforce-approved training provider for professionals with disabilities and the owner of a U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship program. BIT delivers scalable training and employment pathways nationwide – while advancing workforce equity on a global scale. Through our Academy → Apprenticeship model, we provide world-class training, mentorship, and paid real-world experience. Apprentices don't just learn; they thrive. They step into life-changing paid apprenticeships with Fortune 500 companies, leading to long-term careers in: - Salesforce Administration - Agentforce - Business Analyst - Platform App Builder - Digital Accessibility (CPACC) For employers, BIT offers a proven pipeline of job-ready, certified talent – helping organizations build more equitable, accessible, future-ready teams. For career seekers, it means a no-cost pathway to certification, hands-on experience, and meaningful employment. Beyond apprenticeships, BIT also offers staffing, Salesforce consulting and system integration, managed services, digital accessibility services, and corporate education programs. These services empower organizations to remove digital barriers, meet compliance requirements, upskill teams, and drive sustainable, equitable growth. At BIT, nearly 90 percent of us live with disabilities ourselves. We know the challenges, and we’ve built a model that works: from learning → to earning → to thriving.