Author: Nic Watson

Baker President Nic Watson on the 50/50 Model and the Case for Corporate Partnership

Category: Baker In The News
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Published in the Philadelphia Business Journal, May 29, 2026 Baker Industries president Nic Watson sat down with the Philadelphia Business Journal this month for a long-form Q&A on how Baker’s funding model reframes the conversation between nonprofits and corporate partners. The central argument: when a company contracts with Baker for packaging, light manufacturing, or fulfillment…

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A Six-Point Fair Chance Guide for Employers and the Business Community

Category: FAQs
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  1. What’s at Stake For the Community  About 25,000 people are released each year from local jails, state prisons, and federal facilities into Philadelphia alone. Roughly one in five Philadelphians has some form of criminal record. This isn’t a fringe issue, it’s a citywide reality. When that many people are locked out of the…

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Category: Events, News
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There’s no better way to spend a spring Tuesday than on the green — especially when every swing supports someone’s fresh start. Join us on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at Applebrook Golf Club in Malvern, PA for Baker Industries’ 24th Annual Golf Invitational, presented by our Grand Sponsor WSFS Bank. This beloved annual tradition brings…

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NBC10 Visits Baker Industries for National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Category: Baker In The News, Participants
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This October, in honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), NBC10 Philadelphia stopped by Baker Industries to highlight the value—and impact—of inclusive employment. Reporter Matt DeLucia spent the day with Pete, a legally blind participant in our workforce development program who brings precision, consistency, and positivity to every task. Pete is known for working…

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🎁 Baker Gala – Celebrate “Sweet Success” with Us!

Category: News
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Join Us for Baker Industries’ 44th Annual Celebration Gala! For 45 incredible years, Baker Industries has been creating “sweet success” stories—transforming lives, building hope, and proving that everyone deserves a chance to thrive. This year, we’re celebrating not just our participants’ achievements but the sweet taste of independence, dignity, and new beginnings. 🌟 What Makes…

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Building Bridges at the Baker Community Resource Fair

Category: News
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At Baker Industries, our mission has always been about more than just work—it’s about building a stronger, more connected community. That’s why we’re excited to invite you to our Community Resource Fair on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, from 1:00 to 3:30 PM at 3630 I Street, Philadelphia. This free event will bring together organizations offering…

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Why Second-Chance Hiring Makes Sense — and How You Can Get Involved

Category: Events
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In a city known for its grit and resilience, Philadelphia has a unique opportunity to lead on second-chance hiring — and the business community is key to making that vision a reality. Each year, thousands of individuals return home from incarceration ready to work, rebuild, and contribute. But too often, a criminal record becomes a…

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⛳️ Join Us on the Green: Baker Industries’ 23rd Annual Golf Outing

Category: Events, News
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  Baker Industries is thrilled to invite you to our annual Golf Outing Fundraiser at the beautiful Applebrook Golf Club in Malvern, PA on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. This event brings together community members, businesses, and supporters for a day of connection, friendly competition, and purpose—all in support of Baker’s mission to provide employment and…

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Honoring the Legacy of Louise “Weezie” Baker

Category: News

  A few weeks ago, we said goodbye to Louise “Weezie” Baker, the visionary co-founder of Baker Industries. In the days since her passing, we have reflected on her extraordinary contributions—not just to our organization, but to the countless lives she touched. Baker Industries began with a mother’s love and determination. When Weezie and her…

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