I95 Business published an article highlighting the growth of opportunities at BISM in 2023 and 2024. Blind Industries and Services of Maryland (BISM) has been at the forefront of empowering blind and low vision individuals in Maryland and beyond for over a century. Founded in 1908 by the Maryland General Assembly, BISM has evolved into a multifaceted organization dedicated to empowering, educating, and employing individuals who are blind.
As of 2023, BISM is the largest employer of blind individuals in the State of Maryland, with approximately 425 Associates across its various facilities. The organization operates manufacturing facilities in Baltimore and Salisbury, Maryland, as well as in Raleigh, North Carolina. Additionally, BISM manages eight AbilityOne Base Supply Centers—part of a national program that provides employment opportunities for people with disabilities—on federal and military installations.
Read the article: Blind Industries and Services of MD Provides Opportunities for the Blind | I95 Business