Howard Westblade

Relational DataSearch

1960's Degree in Music Education from Bethany College in Kansas
Former Band Director and Vocal Music Teacher

Received Computer Programming Certificate with honors

1970's Dun & Bradstreet District Service Manager
Installed the Advanced Office System that
converted typewriters to on-line data transmission

1980's Award winning Independent Life and Health Insurance Agent
Prescribed Medication error destroyed kidneys, requiring Dialysis
Disabled, receiving Government SSI (Supplemental Security
Income) and SSDI (Social Security Disability Income)

1990's Kidney Transplant

"I returned to work in the Mental Health Field as a Jobs Developer for the Disabled. I discovered
that hundreds of agencies in every state are responsible for helping the disabled find good jobs but,
rely on word of mouth or staff meetings to share job openings. Relational DataSearch and its Job
Description Lookup links workers, employers, job specialists and counselors immediately".

2000's  Became a Federal Contractor in the Ticket to Work Program assisting SSI and SSDI beneficiaries in achieving Full Employment and Self-sufficiency.
    2003 - Named Tennessee Businessman of the Year
               Commended by Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen for his motivation, innovation, and hard work in helping others.

HONORS AND MEMBERSHIPS

SAVES Shelby Alliance of Vocational/Employment Services
Outstanding Community Service Award, 1995 and 1997

MACCD Mayors Advisory Council for Citizens with Disabilities (Memphis)
TN-APSE Tennessee Association for Persons in Supported Employment
SPHINX Successful Professionals Helping Individuals Network & eXplore
WESTEN West Tennessee Employment Network
MCIL Memphis Center for Independent Living, Computer Instructor

New Hope Christian Church Member

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