Author: Dan Porter

40 years of neighbors helping neighbors at Baker Industries! Spotlight on Rev. Adan Mairena

Rev. Adan Mairena is the pastor of West Kensington Ministry and a Baker Industries Board member. We’re neighbors in north Philadelphia and share a commitment to serving the Kensington community. Adan was introduced to Baker through a fellow board member. He immediately recognized the synergy of working together. Having referred individuals from WKM to our…

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40 years of great teamwork at Baker Industries!

Dan Porter, Baker’s head of sales & marketing and Ted Fleischer, who manages our facilities and customer quote process share an ongoing challenge. They must find new customers and work that match Baker’s strengths, makes economic sense and builds sustainable partnerships. It’s not easy! The process begins with Dan contacting potential clients, responding to inquiries…

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40 years of having Fun at Baker! Happy Halloween

We work hard at Baker Industries. But we try to find time for fun as well. Whether featuring Treats like ice cream and cookies, or Tricks like crazy hats and costumes, we love to create opportunities for community and teambuilding. Building friendships and sharing laughter is part of a great workplace culture at Baker. HAPPY…

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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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