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Cleanlogic Celebrates Grand Opening of New Pennsylvania Production Facility

Skincare and bath products maker debuts expanded facility in Audubon, PA that offers employment for individuals with disabilities.

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By: Lianna Albrizio

Associate Editor

Cleanlogic Co-founders Isaac Shapiro and Michael Ghesser.

Cleanlogic Co-founders Isaac Shapiro and Michael Ghesser.

Cleanlogic, a skincare and bath products maker, has its expanded facility in Audubon, PA, focused on the empowerment and hiring of individuals with disabilities.

The official ceremony and ribbon cutting took place on Oct. 8, highlighting the company’s commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment.

Addressing Underemployment

Cleanlogic’s co-founders Isaac Shapiro and Michael Ghesser with a representative from the Eagles Autism Foundation.

Officials call the facility a “cornerstone” of Cleanlogic’s “nice and clean” mission: to create high-quality products while ensuring that people with disabilities have meaningful employment opportunities. With the initiative, they’re addressing the critical issue of underemployment within the disabled community; the unemployment rate for people with a disability remains about twice that of those with no disability, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Guests at the event were invited to tour the facility, offering a closer look at Cleanlogic’s commitment to accessibility and quality. The event was led by journalist Soledad O’Brien as the master of ceremonies, with Cleanlogic co-founders Isaac Shapiro and Mike Ghesser sharing their personal stories and the company’s journey toward making accessibility a core part of their operations.

Representatives from Walmart, a key partner in Cleanlogic’s inclusive hiring journey, and ShopRite, spoke on the importance of Cleanlogic’s “Purchase to Employ” program and its positive impact, while serving as a model for other businesses to hire individuals with disabilities. Representatives from the Eagles Autism Foundation discussed the broader significance of Cleanlogic’s commitment to inclusivity in the local economy and community. The First Lady of the State of Pennsylvania, Lori Shapiro, was also in attendance.

The Inspiration Foundation Seal

The event concluded with the introduction of The Inspiration Foundation Seal. The Inspiration Foundation is Cleanlogic’s nonprofit arm, where a portion of the company’s profits are used to provide assistive technology grants to organizations supporting individuals with disabilities. With the seal’s introduction, the Inspiration Foundation will give organizations a “fundamental framework” for how they can measure, implement and track inclusive hiring practices. Through this seal, Cleanlogic’s founders aim to make a measurable difference in improving the unemployment rate for individuals with disabilities.

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