Excellence in Business Award (Non-Profit Innovation)

Monroe, NC- December 3, 2021. Union Diversified Industries, an organization that supports adults with developmental disabilities, announced today that it was named the winner of the Union County Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Business Award for Non-Profit Innovation.  According to the UC Chamber President, this award is always hotly contested and UDI winning reaffirms to the community that UDI services enhance lives across all spectrums of Union County.

“It is an honor to receive such a prestigious recognition,” said David Casper, UDI Chief Executive Officer.  “We strive to make a difference each day in the lives of those we support and in the local business community though our unique model of service delivery.  Our hybrid company helps adults with developmental disabilities learn in many settings including working to earn a living.  The individuals we support report enjoying a productive and meaningful life while also helping local manufacturers find dependable and feasible solutions for their outsourcing needs.”

Entries for the award are nominated by community members and finalists are selected by an independent panel of community leaders.  When UDI was named as the winner in the Non-Profit Category it joined a small, but mighty group of companies in Union County as Excellence in Business Award winners for 2021.  UDI has been around for over 50 years and to be acknowledged as a company still on the cutting edge of innovation for non-profits is an immense statement about UDI’s willingness to challenge the norm and facilitate meaningful lives for adults with developmental disabilities.

Accepting the award for UDI was Mr. Scott Garwood who started with UDI over 30 years ago as a client.  After successfully completing his services, UDI choose to hire Scott as in his current role as Production Technician.  “I enjoy UDI,” Scott said.  “I love my work and I am proud to be a part of the team!”

About Union Diversified Industries

UDI offers a variety of behavioral health services and employs individuals across varying abilities.  UDI works with multiple managed care organizations to provide services in the homes of individuals, in the surrounding community, and in its 40,000 plus square foot corporate office and facility.

If you or anyone you know with a developmental disability needs additional support personally or vocationally, please reach out to UDI.  They are a premier provider of services and maintain the highest possible accreditation from CARF International, an accreditation organization for service providers across the world.

About the Union County Chamber of Commerce

The UC Chamber exists to ensure everyone who does business or lives in Union County enjoys a thriving local economy and excellent quality of life.  They champion business growth and business prosperity through Union County.  With a full calendar of opportunities, any business is fortunate to be connected with the Chamber.

Media Contact: David Casper, Chief Executive Officer (david.casper@udincorg or 704-289-1571)