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Baker Industries Empowers Disabled Workers, Expands to Delaware

10/29/2025

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Baker Industries, based in Malvern, provides employment to people with disabilities and those rebuilding after homelessness or addiction.
Founded in 1980 by Charlie and Weezie Baker, the company was inspired by their son Justin's epilepsy.
The company employs over 30 people, including Pete Lee, who has 10% vision from optic neuropathy.
Lee says job gave him purpose after five years unemployed, and Baker Industries plans to expand in Delaware County.

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Story summary

Baker Industries, based in Malvern, provides employment to people with disabilities and those rebuilding after homelessness or addiction.
Founded in 1980 by Charlie and Weezie Baker, the company was inspired by their son Justin's epilepsy.
The company employs over 30 people, including Pete Lee, who has 10% vision from optic neuropathy.
Lee says job gave him purpose after five years unemployed, and Baker Industries plans to expand in Delaware County.