Elevating the User Experience Through Our Value of Community
A partnership of three local companies shines a light on the impact of working together.
Three Space Coast companies; one mission.
We are proud to call Florida’s Space Coast home. This community of innovative-minded individuals is best known for its historic role in human space exploration – from putting man on the moon, to the current Artemis missions aiming for Mars, and beyond. What others may not know, is how the Space Coast is a close-knit community, where making a difference is more than just possible, it is cultivated and encouraged. So, when it came time for our client SwiftPaws (another Space Coast local) to find an assembly partner – there was a clear choice.
Enter BAC, a Space Coast non-profit that provides employment and empowerment opportunities to individuals with disabilities. In 2023, BAC empowered over 500 individuals with disabilities, resulting in over 575,000 direct labor hours. Numbers are impressive, but what is most telling are the personal stories that come from BAC, as individuals gain independence and a life full of meaning and opportunity, which may not have been possible otherwise.
The value of community.
“We are making a good product, but we are also doing good in the community in which we live, and I love that,” Meghan Wolfgram, Owner of SwiftPaws.
Three local companies, one shared value – making the world a better place. This partnership shines a light on how when a community works together, it can make a difference not just in the lives of its residents, but beyond its borders. SwiftPaws owner, Meghan Wolfgram, identified a source that would not just improve her product, but also improve the community. We are proud to help continue this partnership and extend this deep, meaningful process to elevate the human experience.
“We’re producing products that are making the world a better place,” said Ray Catania, CTO of Catania Product Development. “We’ve come together to form this wonderful community, where we are designing great products, bringing them to market, and helping others succeed.”
What could have been done in a traditional, simpler way was done with more meaning. Taking the time to step back and ask, “How can we make this better for our clients and our community?” brought about a partnership that will shine a light on a service that provides much more than a tangible outcome.
As explained by Amar Patel, President and CEO of BAC: “At the root of what BAC is doing, we’re really trying to change how the world views people with disabilities in terms of their capability to be a valued part of our community.”
This collaborative endeavor exemplifies the profound impact that businesses rooted in community values can have on society. By prioritizing not only product excellence but also social responsibility, we are fostering a culture of empathy, inclusion, and positive change. We are excited to continue on this journey, continuing to utilize the power of partnerships and a shared commitment to making the world a better place for all.