Press Releases

NIB reinforces its message by connecting with the media around the country, both as an organization and on behalf of our associated nonprofit agencies. Below are our most recent media releases.

For all media inquiries, email us at media@nib.org.

National Industries for the Blind Announces New Board Members

Board Elects New Chairman and Vice Chairman March 17, 2015, ALEXANDRIA, VA – National Industries for the Blind (NIB), the nation’s largest employment resource for people who are blind, elected new board officers and directors during its annual meeting of directors. Louis Jablonski, Jr. was elected chairman and William (Bill) Carty was elected vice chairman. Jablonski […]

National Industries for the Blind to Construct New Headquarters Facility

Decision to construct building incorporating universal design sets the stage for future growth of organization March 11, 2015, ALEXANDRIA, VA — National Industries for the Blind (NIB), the nation’s largest employment resource for people who are blind, announced it has entered into a contract to purchase a parcel of land at The Exchange at Potomac Yard […]

National Industries for the Blind Launches SKILCRAFT® Pro-Grade Tools in Partnership with Snap-on® Industrial

SKILCRAFT® Pro-Grade screwdrivers and socket sets for professional maintenance, repair and industrial uses now available to government customers January 15, 2015, ALEXANDRIA, VA – National Industries for the Blind (NIB) today announced the launch of SKILCRAFT® Pro-Grade screwdrivers and socket sets. The tools are the initial offering in a new line of products for professional maintenance, […]

National Industries for the Blind Honors Richard Ginman with Spirit of Independence Award

October 20, 2014, Alexandria, VA – Richard “Dick” Ginman, director of Defense Procurement and Acquisition Policy in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, received the NIB Spirit of Independence Award at the 2014 NIB/NAEPB National Conference and Expo this month. The award recognizes an individual in government who has demonstrated a commitment to advancing economic […]

National Industries for the Blind Secures Employment for 100th Contract Management Support Training Program Participant

Douglas Bowman, Legally Blind Since Age Seven, Joins Virginia Industries for the Blind as a Contract Closeout Specialist Supporting the Defense Logistics Agency March 10, 2014, ALEXANDRIA, VA – National Industries for the Blind (NIB), the nation’s largest employment resource for people who are blind, secured employment for its 100th Contract Management Support (CMS) training program […]