Year: 2021

40 years of supporting students at Baker: Spotlight on Thomas and Briaira

Thomas Hughes joined us as a student intern from Princeton University this past June and “had the best summer of my life.”Whether working side by side with our production team (as captured in the adjoining photo, with Thomas in center) or coaching individuals in computer skills, Thomas found impactful opportunities to learn and teach. A…

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40 years of changing lives at Baker: Spotlight on Matt

  Matt had been out of the workforce for quite some time, managing health and family matters. He wanted to get back to work, but worried about having the flexibility and support needed for a successful transition. A local pastor recommended Baker Industries. “Baker is different form any place I can think of,” says Matt.…

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40 years of having great support at Baker: Spotlight on Karen Cruickshank

Karen Cruickshank’s involvement with Baker Industries began over 20 years ago when she met neighbors Charlie and Weezie Baker. Karen and her husband Jim became regular volunteers and supporters of Baker. A dedicated member of the community, Karen served for eight years as an elected member of the Tredyffrin/Easttown School Board and served two years…

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40 years of changing lives at Baker: Spotlight on Charles

Charles knows the importance of family. After moving out of a York, PA recovery house in December of 2019, Charles spent time living with his sister in Chester county while seeking an apartment and a job. Having struggled with recovery and health issues for many years, Charles had no recent work history or regular address.…

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40 years of changing lives at Baker: Spotlight on Chris

December of 2020 was a busy time for Baker Industries. With the holidays approaching, our clients were looking to finish up sizable orders and get them shipped out as soon as possible. Chris joined us at our Malvern location through a recommendation from his probation office and had an immediate impact on production. He quickly…

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40 years of changing lives at Baker: Spotlight on Taminko

    Taminko came to Baker Industries this May after learning about our workforce development program through her roommate, a fellow returning citizen. Taminko quickly showed herself to be a force of strength, positivity, and dedication. She fell in love with how “Baker helps the underdogs.” In Taminko’s words, “Baker is giving me a second…

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40 years of great partnerships at Baker: Spotlight on CTDI

How long have you been involved with Baker Industries? CTDI has been involved with Baker Industries since 2010. Baker Industries performs box assembly work for CTDI supporting our Set-Top Box, Mobile Consumer Electronics, and Network Services Divisions. This work is critical to our distribution business and allows CTDI to provide material to our customers in…

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Baker Industries and our Donors were focused on providing a safe work place during Covid

Baker Industries’ Pandemic Relief Efforts For the working poor, the early days of the pandemic were terrifying as our facilities were shuttered indefinitely and weekly wages were not guaranteed. Thanks to the generous and timely donations of the following donors, we were able to provide for our workers, financially and emotionally, through weekly pay, pharmacy…

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