After Wes was released from jail, Deseret Industries gave him an opportunity to find meaningful employment.

A New Light About Him

Deseret Industries helps businesses fill job positions with qualified and skilled candidates.

A Valuable Asset

Deseret Industries and LDS Employment Resource Services help individuals and businesses through business partnerships.

An Introduction

Angel Cost talks about her experience working with Deseret Industries.

Badge to Badge—Angel

Ariela moved to the United States from Peru with her husband during the recession. She began working at Deseret Industries, which enabled her to go back to school. She now has a master’s degree and a job in the mental health field, which she loves.

Badge to Badge—Ariela

Cami Shaskin talks about her experience working at the Deseret Industries.

Badge to Badge—Cami

Corey was struggling to find employment to support his family. While working for DI he was able to earn his GED and get certified to become a machinist.

Badge to Badge—Corey

After struggling with a drug addiction, Erica faced the possibility of losing her parental rights. With help from Deseret Industries, Erica has maintained sobriety and has a job as a supervisor.

Badge to Badge—Erica

Heber Trunnel talks about his experience working at Deseret Industries.

Badge to Badge—Heber

John Moon talks about his experience working at Deseret Industries.

Badge to Badge—John

A former Deseret Industries associate, Mo, tells us about his journey at DI.

Badge to Badge—Mo Jarmin

Sudipa moved from Nepal to the United States with her family. She was ready to work but needed some help. Deseret Industries helped her through a dental assisting program. She got a job offer and is now able to help support her family.

Badge to Badge—Sudipa

Deseret Industries helps businesses find the best candidates to fill their positions.

Batting a Thousand

A short video describing how the businesses partnership program started.

Beginnings

Deseret Industries helps employers minimize their hiring risks by helping people getting back into the work place.

Best Kept Secret

Deseret Industries helps businesses brings skilled people to fulfill positions.

Bring Someone On, Try Something Out

Janet found DI when she was going through a divorce and needed to find a career to support herself. She now has a full-time job with benefits. 

Deseret Industries - Badge to Badge: Janet

Kaitlyn was born hard of hearing. When she graduated from high school, she struggled finding a job until she got help at Deseret Industries.

Deseret Industries - Badge to Badge: Kaitlyn

Lori was homeless and a drug addict. She got help from Deseret Industries and is now a job coach.

Deseret Industries - Badge to Badge: Lori

Phyllis and her husband were both in retirement when they needed to return to work. Phyllis got help at Deseret Industries and now works at a library.

Deseret Industries - Badge to Badge: Phyllis

The story of Chris Gardner and how Deseret Industries helped him recognize his potential to overcome challenges.

Deseret Industries Success Portrait: Chris Gardner

The story of Marcie Shaver and how Deseret Industries helped her gain perspective and guidance.

Deseret Industries Success Portrait: Marcie Shaver

The story of Steve Arrowsmith and how Deseret Industries helped him become a job coach after he had lost everything.

Deseret Industries Success Portrait: Steve Arrowsmith

The story of Valentina Transtrum and how Deseret Industries helped her overcome abuse and gain confidence.

Deseret Industries Success Portrait: Valentina Transtrum

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DI: Success Stories