FY 20 Lighthouse Employees
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is a multi-faceted social enterprise steeped in the philosophy of equity and inclusion, providing sustainable, livable wage employment opportunities for people who are blind, DeafBlind, or blind with other disabilities for over 100 years. People who are blind, Deafblind, and blind with other disabilities fuel all we do, from executive-level management, to aerospace machining, and everything in between.
Upward mobility is a key tenet in the Lighthouse mission, along with providing services such as computer technology training, orientation and mobility, braille instruction, and other courses, all to support employees in a successful career at the Lighthouse and beyond.
Where Employees Who Are Blind Work
57%
MANUFACTURING — DEFENSE & OFFICE PRODUCTS
25%
MANUFACTURING — AEROSPACE
10%
BSC STORES & SERVICE BUSINESSES
5%
ADMINISTRATION & SUPPORT
3%
EMPLOYEE & COMMUNITY SERVICES
Jennifer Karr-Lee
Jennifer Karr-Lee has 20 years of experience in frontline and corporate leadership and program strategy, leading diverse teams focused on employee and customer experience and engagement.
Rachel Grossman-Kahn
Rachel Grossman-Kahn is a passionate Seattle disability advocate. She works at Best Buy as an Accessibility UX Designer, ensuring that their website and app are accessible for all users, especially those with disabilities.
Faye Green
Faye has over 7 years’ experience working with non-profit organizations to develop fundraising and volunteer programs, including her tenure at The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. from 2018-2022, where she worked as a Development Associate.
