Pensacola, Fla. (June 24, 2025) – At Global Connections to Employment (GCE), the mission to close the employment gap for people with disabilities is gaining momentum through information technology roles. By connecting job seekers with disabilities to IT positions, GCE is maximizing results for customers and changing lives for people who previously struggled to find work.
“Where others see limitations, we at GCE see opportunities,” said Dwight Davis, President of GCE. “Our team members with disabilities bring intellectual rigor and loyalty to these complex, high-skill IT jobs. Many of our team members were underemployed or unemployed before joining GCE. When they come here, they find rewarding careers that drive innovation for our customers and success for our team members.”
GCE offers a range of IT roles, including cybersecurity, network administration, system administration, database management, help desk support, telephone services and asset management. GCE provides tailored accommodations such as:
- Large monitors and screen reader software for people who are visually impaired
- Virtual interpreters and relay services for people who are deaf or hard of hearing
- Standing desks for back issues
- Flexible breaks for migraine relief
- Ergonomic adjustments for mobility limitations
“Most accommodations are simple tweaks that make a big difference,” said Chris Washack, program manager for GCE’s IT contract on Eglin Air Force Base. “We focus on ability and willingness to learn, not limitations.”
Studies, including a 2018 Accenture report, show that companies prioritizing disability accommodations achieve 1.6 times more revenue, 2.6 times higher net income, and double the economic profit compared to peers. GCE’s experience mirrors these findings, with team members with disabilities consistently surpassing expectations.
Washack shared a standout example: “One team member with hearing and back challenges started at our help desk and rose to network administrator. GCE can be a launchpad for remarkable careers.”
GCE’s hiring philosophy seeks candidates with initiative and adaptability. “Technology evolves rapidly, so we need people who embrace growth, regardless of their background,” Washack explained.
“Embracing people with disabilities in IT isn’t just about filling roles—it’s about building a stronger, more innovative future,” Davis said. “Disability doesn’t mean limited technical capability. Often it means creativity, loyalty and tremendous community impact.”
Explore GCE’s job opportunities and success stories at gce.org.