YourErie.com News Clip

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Check out our clip that aired on YourErie.com the morning of our premiere at Mercyhurst University! https://www.yourerie.com/news/local-news/autism-initiative-program-at-mercyhurst-featured-in-documentary-the-business-of-autism-/1533543700

Viewpoint: ’This Business of Autism’ showcases how, why of social enterprise in our community

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It is an amazing experience to sit in a movie theater watching the world premiere of a documentary in the small village on Long Island where it was filmed with the people it was filmed about. “This Business of Autism” is more than a profile of a social enterprise built around providing jobs for adults […]

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Bardsley: Adults with autism need jobs, not handouts

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The Centers for Disease just reported that Autism rates in America have increased; now one in 59 children are on the spectrum. What amounts to a 15 percent rise in just two years is cause for alarm, especially given that experts cannot point to any one specific cause for this astonishing jump. READ FULL STORY […]

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Senator Phillips Attends World Premiere Of ‘This Business Of Autism’

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Senator Elaine Phillips recently attended the Gold Coast Arts Festival world premiere of “This Business of Autism,” a documentary centered on Spectrum Designs of Port Washington and the economic and societal benefits of employing young adults with autism. Senator Phillips was featured in the film after being interviewed in September. READ FULL STORY HERE: https://www.nysenate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/elaine-phillips/senator-phillips-attends-world-premiere-business-autism

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‘This Business of Autism’: Port Washington Social Enterprise Provides Template for Employing Autistic Adults

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It is an amazing experience to sit in a movie theater watching the world premiere of a documentary in the small village on Long Island where it was filmed with the people it was filmed about. “This Business of Autism” is more than a profile of a social enterprise built around providing jobs for adults […]

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Broadway World Photo Flash: This Business of Autism Debuts To Sold-Out Crowd

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On May 31st, the film “This Business of Autism” premiered on the big screen at Soundview Cinemas in Port Washington, New York, as part of the Gold Coast International Film Festival to a sold-out crowd of Autism advocates, local politicians and more.   READ THE FULL STORY HERE: https://www.broadwayworld.com  

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“This Business of Autism” Premieres in Port Washington, New York at Gold Coast International Film Festival

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Feature-length documentary on employment opportunities for adults with autism takes sold-out theater audience on emotional journey while addressing powerful and inspiring themes on corporate social responsibility, entrepreneurism, government programs and family. Port Washington, New York – June 1, 2018 –The highly anticipated premiere of “This Business of Autism” last night more than delivered on its […]