• work for all National DIsability Awareness Month graphic
    September 29, 2017 News
    MDI Shines Spotlight on Value of Inclusive Work Environments

    MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 2, 2017 – Nearly 12 percent of the U.S. population lives with a disability, but people with disabilities are employed at just half the rate of those without. In observance of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, MDI aims ...

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    September 26, 2017 For Employees
    In Memory of Dale Majerus

      Barb Majerus reported on Caring Bridge Dale’s passing at 4:14 a.m. Saturday morning with his family by his side. He bravely fought brain cancer for 26 months. As most of you know, Dale was the director of human resources at ...

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    September 21, 2017 For Employees
    Habitat For Humanity Women Build Day

      Several MDI employees – Dawn, Jennifer, Stacy, and Michelle – put on their workboots and participated in the Habitat for Humanity Women Build Day on September 13, 2017. The activity was featured in the Hibbing Daily Tribune, excerpt below. Extra Hands at ...

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    September 21, 2017 News, Products
    Replace Corrugated Paper With Reusable Corrugated Plastic

    Recently, MDI was featured in Modern Materials Handling with the focus again around our corrugated plastic’s reusability a concept that continues to be hot in the industry. Below is the feature. Replace corrugated paper with reusable corrugated plastic boxes  A line of ...

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    September 15, 2017 Disability News & Services
    Governor Dayton Proclaims DSP Recognition Week in Minnesota

      NEWS RELEASE Governor Mark Dayton has proclaimed September 10 – September 16 Direct Support Professional (DSP) Recognition Week in Minnesota. The week is an annual national celebration of the tremendous contributions DSPs make to the people they care for ...

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    September 14, 2017 Ability Bash
    And the Winner Is…

    Thank you for joining us at Ability Bash 2017. Your support is important to MDI achieving our goal of 1000 employees, approximately 50% of whom will be people with disabilities in next three years. Your contribution recognizes people with disabilities deserve ...

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    September 12, 2017 Ability Bash
    Only 1 Day Until Ability Bash 2017!

    Ability Bash, a party with a purpose! Join us at the magnificent Solar Arts Building in Northeast Minneapolis. Enjoy the killer cuisine of Chowgirls, a full bar, music by Jason Weismann, games, a vacation raffle, and live auction. Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at ...

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    September 11, 2017 Disability News & Services, For Employees, In the Community, Supporting the Mission
    Direct Support Professional Week

    MDI recognizes National Direct Support Professional Week September 10 to 16.  Human service professionals are crucial to supporting people with disabilities in the community. To recognize the accomplishments and contributions made by direct support professionals to people with disabilities, MDI in ...

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    September 1, 2017 News, Products
    Product Reusability and Durability Draw Attention

      Recently, MDI corrugated plastics have received attention in several predominant, industry-leading trade publications. The concept of ‘reusability’ and ‘durability’ continue to be a trending topic, as people are looking towards longer-term packaging solutions. Below are the noted product features. Material Handling ...

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    August 24, 2017 Ability Bash
    Ability Bash 2017

      You’re invited to MDI’s Ability Bash, a party with a purpose! Join us at the magnificent Solar Arts Building in Northeast Minneapolis. Enjoy the killer cuisine of Chowgirls, a full bar, music by Jason Weismann, games, a vacation raffle, and ...