NYSID Appoints Leading New York Business Executives to Corporate Partner Advisory Board
ALBANY, NY — NYSID (New York State Industries for the Disabled, Inc.) has appointed five prominent New York State business leaders to its Corporate Partner Advisory Board, strengthening efforts to expand employment opportunities for people with disabilities and support stronger local and statewide economies.
NYSID builds strong relationships with private sector vendors committed to social responsibility, further diversifying employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities throughout NYSID’s 50-years of job creation. The organization currently works with more than 42 approved Corporate Partners in collaboration with Member Agencies across the state. These efforts are responsible for more than 1,100 NYSID jobs and $18 million in wages annually.
NYSID Corporate Partner collaborations reinforce Governor Kathy Hochul’s Executive Order 40, which advances the creation of inclusive workplaces and the expansion of economic opportunity for individuals with disabilities across the state. It is an approved initiative within New York State’s Preferred Source Program, established under Article XI, Section 162 of the New York State Finance Law.
Through these NYSID partnerships, individuals earn competitive wages and work in integrated settings alongside non‑disabled colleagues. The success of these collaborations demonstrates the value of a truly equitable workforce and highlights the essential contributions people with disabilities make to New York’s economy.
“We are thrilled to strategize with these outstanding business leaders to further expand employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities,” said Maureen O’Brien, president and CEO of NYSID. “Each Partner brings deep expertise and a wealth of experience, and we look forward to working together to expand opportunity and make a meaningful difference.”
The committee includes these established private sector employers:
Frank Lustberg, President, A-1 Professional Cleaning & Maintenance Services, Inc.: This company provides janitorial, window washing, and other commercial and industrial services. Family run for more than 40 years, A-1 partners with NYSID Member Agencies in Long Island, NYC and downstate counties to provide custodial career opportunities and livelihoods to individuals with disabilities. The partnership serves customers that include SUNY Stony Brook, NYS Department of Transportation, Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Dutchess County Department of Public Works, and more.
“I’m truly honored and excited to join NYSID’s Corporate Partner Advisory Board because it gives us a direct way to create meaningful, competitive jobs for people with disabilities right here in New York—jobs that change lives and strengthen our communities,” said Lustberg.
Brian Kradjian, President, Bates Troy Laundry & Cleaners: This company is a TRSA Hygienically Clean Certified Industrial Healthcare Laundry in Binghamton specializing in healthcare linen services for acute, non-acute, and long-term care facilities along with a Retail Dry Cleaning, Alterations, and Fire & Water Restoration Services arm. Bates Troy partners with NYSID Member Agencies in the Binghamton area to offer competitive integrated jobs to individuals with disabilities. The partnership serves customers that include Upstate Medical Center, several County nursing homes, the Greater Binghamton Health Center operated by the NYS Office of Mental Health, and more.
“As a 20+ year NYSID Corporate Partner, I am excited to be involved with this new Corporate Partner Advisory Board. Providing meaningful opportunities to individuals with disabilities has long been a part of our family-owned business culture and set of values,” said Kradjian.
Howard Gross, Founder & President, eBizDocs: This business is a document management and digital transformation company based in Menands that assists organizations to move from paper-based documents to digital records. eBizDocs partners with Capital District NYSID Member Agencies to employ individuals with disabilities on document preparation, scanning, quality control, and other tasks. The partnership serves customers that include the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services, counties and municipalities, NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, and more.
“eBiz Docs is deeply committed to hiring individuals with disabilities, and looks forward to sharing experiences and insights with NYSID’s Corporate Partner Advisory Board. This collaboration will help strengthen our regional and state economy by expanding meaningful employment opportunities for diverse individuals,” said Gross.
Jim Harris, Jr., President & CEO, Janitronics: This company is a family-owned commercial cleaning and facility services provider located in Albany, specializing in “cleaning for health” through science-based methods. Janitronics’ custodial services maintain a high health standard to serve a wide range of customers from health care settings to corporate offices. The partnership serves customers that include the NYS Office of General Services, Capital District Transportation Authority, Albany County Airport Authority, and more.
“Janitronics has partnered with NYSID for 20 years, and we are proud to include individuals with disabilities as valued members of our custodial team. Over that time, we have supported the growth of many individuals and helped others navigate challenges,” said Harris.
Joe Raccuia, President & CEO, Morcon Tissue: They are a leading Capital Region manufacturer and converter of commercial paper products. A family-owned, community-minded employer, Morcon provides quality tissue and towel products to a wide range of Preferred Source healthcare settings, schools, office buildings, and more. The operation includes five individuals from a nearby NYSID Member Agency who contribute to daily production and help to foster an inclusive workforce.
“I’m honored to join NYSID’s Corporate Partner Advisory Board and contribute to expanding meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. I look forward to collaborating with fellow leaders to strengthen inclusive workforce initiatives and help drive economic opportunity across New York State,” said Raccuia.
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About NYSID
NYSID is a non-for-profit membership organization with a mission of “Advancing employment and other opportunities for individuals with disabilities and qualified veterans.” Through its statewide network of 140 non-profit rehabilitative agencies and private sector business partners, NYSID procurement powers employment for thousands of individuals annually. In fiscal year 2025, these individuals earned $88 million. For more information visit: www.nysid.org.
