In this episode of Driven by Purpose, Isaac, Evan, and Mike sit down with Richard Fanner, a Clean Logic employee who shares his firsthand experience working in a culture built around inclusion, accessibility, and personal growth. From daily huddles and company fundamentals to finding his place in the workforce, Richard gives an honest look at what it means to be part of a workplace that treats people like family while helping them build skills for the future.
Richard also opens up about the challenges he faced after graduating college with a degree in healthcare and struggling to find a job in the field he studied. His story highlights a much bigger issue: talented, educated people with disabilities are still facing barriers, assumptions, and limited opportunities when entering the workforce.
This conversation is about more than one employee or one company. It is about creating pathways, building confidence, and making sure people have the opportunity to pursue the careers they want.
We explore:
▫️ What it feels like to work in a culture built around inclusion, respect, and treating each other like family
▫️ How Clean Logic uses daily huddles and company fundamentals to intentionally build its workplace culture
▫️ The challenges people with disabilities can face when trying to enter the workforce after college
▫️ Why entry-level employment can be a launchpad for building skills, confidence, and future career opportunities
▫️ What employers can do to break down barriers and create more opportunities for people with disabilities
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