Richard A Manuels Jr

Dedicated community member with twenty-five years experience as a small business owner specializing in auto glass with a passion for vocational/technical education. Expertise in auto glass replacement and daily operations needed to ensure a business runs efficiently with the ability to cultivate relationships with customers, vendors and business partners to nurture trust and collaboration. Seeking a position on the Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School Committee to apply my business experience and contribute to the district's success in creating academically prepared and occupationally skilled workers.

Diman Vocational Image Award- 2024

• Recognized as a Diman graduate for professional growth and career success.

CARFAX Top Rated Center- 2022, 2023, 2024

• Top rated center for windshield repair.
• Recognized for providing exceptional customer service and satisfaction.
• This award is based on verified customer ratings from the CARFAX Car Care Vehicle Maintenance Program.

One SouthCoast Chamber APEX Small Business Excellence Award- 2023

• This award pays tribute to the hard work, sacrifice and dedication local business owners and professionals bestow upon the region.

Community Connections Community Heart Award- 2022

• Community Connections celebrates organizations and individuals on the South Coast and Cape Cod for their commitment to a world in which people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are valued, respected and included.

One SouthCoast Chamber of Commerce January 2002- Present

• Served two terms on Board of Directors- 2018 and 2020.
• Attend legislative and Business After Hours events.
• Former sponsor of Thank You Thursday, Chowder Fest and various other chamber events.

Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce January 2019 - Present

• Member of chamber that is dedicated to promoting a thriving and prosperous economy and community for the Greater Taunton Area
• Attend networking events to support local business.

East Bay Chamber of Commerce January 2019 - Present

• Member of chamber whose mission is to encourage, promote and support small business and serve as the trusted resource for the community.
• Attend networking events to support local business.

Diman Cooperative Education Program September 2015 - Present

• Participated in Diman Co-op program to assist students in acquiring industry- standard skills through career placement.
• Provided opportunity to further a student's education through actual work experience while gaining valuable employment skills.
• Greater than 50% of current Spindle City Auto Glass employees are former Diman graduates.

Community Connections Employment Services November 2011 - Present

• Collaborated to create a suitable and rewarding position at Spindle City Auto Glass for a Community Connections client who was seeking meaningful and long-term work.
• Weekly meetings with Employment Job Coach to ensure that individuals needs are being met.
• Annual meeting with Community Connections Employment Specialist to review employees Individual Support Plan (ISP).

Jobs For Progress, Inc September 2023- January 2024

• Collaborated with Jobs For Progress in their goal to efficiently transition a student into the workforce using the principles of increasing responsibility, close supervision, and peer support.