Why Inclusion Matters In Business
Why Businesses Benefit from Partnering with Snackability: Key Statistics on Supporting Inclusive Employment for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
Partnering with Snackability provides your business with dependable vending machine services—stocked with whatever your business choses—while supporting a social enterprise that employs adults with IDD in roles like inventory management, stocking, and maintenance. As the employer, Snackability handles all hiring, training, and support for the machines and people involved.
This collaboration delivers tangible advantages, from enhanced brand reputation to operational reliability, backed by data on the value of partnering with inclusive social enterprises. Below, we highlight evidence-based benefits, with each statistic linked to its source for deeper insights.
Enhanced Brand Reputation and Customer Loyalty: Attracting Loyal Shoppers
Aligning with Snackability signals a commitment to inclusion, resonating with consumers who prioritize social impact and driving repeat business for your location.
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92% of consumers are more likely to support companies that actively hire and support individuals with disabilities, boosting brand loyalty and customer retention through positive associations. Link
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75% of consumers report that a brand's diversity and inclusion reputation influences their purchase decisions, making partnerships like Snackability's a direct path to increased patronage and sales. Link
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Companies prioritizing inclusivity, including through supplier partnerships with disability-focused enterprises, see a 28% increase in revenue by expanding their customer base to the $1 trillion U.S. market of consumers with disabilities and their families. Link
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Inclusive initiatives, such as vending partnerships that support disability employment, elevate brand reputation and foster consumer loyalty, with 66% of shoppers willing to pay more for products from socially responsible companies. Link
Boosted Employee Morale and Internal Retention: Fostering a Positive Workplace Culture
Businesses partnering with disability employment programs report improved employee morale in 47% of cases, as staff feel proud of their company's inclusive values, leading to higher engagement and lower internal turnover. Link
Partnerships with social enterprises like those employing IDD workers contribute to up to 30% reduced staff turnover company-wide, as inclusive collaborations build a culture of empathy and shared purpose among existing employees. Link
Organizations supporting disability inclusion through external partnerships see twice as many high-performing teams addressing diversity at the strategic level, enhancing overall employee satisfaction and retention. Link
Strong Financial ROI: Revenue Growth and Cost Efficiency
Companies engaging in disability inclusion via partnerships generate 28% higher revenue, double the net income, and 30% higher profit margins compared to peers, as these efforts unlock new markets and efficiencies. Link
Inclusive supply chain partnerships, such as with social enterprises employing IDD individuals, drive 10-15% of annual sales through diverse sourcing, while providing cost savings and access to government set-aside contracts. Link
A 1% increase in workforce participation for people with disabilities through supported partnerships could boost U.S. GDP by up to $25 billion, translating to broader economic gains and tax incentives for participating businesses. Link
Diversity, Innovation, and Community Impact: Building a Forward-Thinking Network
Diverse partnerships with IDD-focused enterprises foster innovation in products and services, expanding market reach—e.g., 66% of consumers prefer brands featuring disability inclusion in their operations. Link
Businesses in such partnerships report enhanced community reputation and sales growth, with examples like long-term contracts generating $90 million in value while promoting integrated employment. Link
Only 19.1% of U.S. adults with intellectual disabilities are employed, creating an untapped opportunity for partners like Snackability to drive systemic change and mutual innovation. Link