Incorporated in 1988, BEO was established as a means to privatize a segment of the state-operated Industries Program designed to develop manufacturing opportunities through federal, state and local contract providers. By fulfilling an embroidery contract obtained through the National Industries for the Blind under the Javits Wagner O'Day Act, BEO was able to become operational in October 1991. The JWOD Act prioritizes government contracts for organizations like BEO that serve the visually impaired and blind members of our community and it's this support that helps to currently make BEO the major supplier of military name tapes for Marine Corp new recruits and military bases located on the West Coast.
| Our mission is to promote opportunities that empower blind and visually impaired individuals to achieve their full potential in the work force. We accomplish this by providing on-the-job training and steady employment for our blind and visually impaired employees. We know that these individuals possess the same potential and desire to be as independent and self-reliant as sighted people, but rarely do they encounter even the opportunity to find gainful, productive employment. BEO provides that opportunity. |
By continually developing and enhancing the specialized job skills of our blind and visually impaired employees, we are able to successfully operate and manage BEO with the assistance of only three sighted individuals.
We invite you to learn more about our organization and encourage you to contact us about our products.