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Global Connections to Employment (GCE) is one of the nation’s largest private employers of people with disabilities. With operations in 14 states and Washington, D.C., we partner with the U.S. military, government agencies, commercial businesses, and community organizations to deliver award-winning services. From information technology and contact center support to food service, custodial, and facilities management, GCE offers a broad range of career paths that help individuals thrive and contribute to the communities we serve.

Award-winning work

What we do

People with disabilities are looking for a wide variety of career opportunities, and we offer many lines of business to serve their needs. We empower our team members – including war-wounded veterans – and help match them to fulfilling careers, while providing a variety of services to communities, including military sites.

 

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Business services

GCE has more than 25 years of experience providing administrative support services, including to the federal government, as well as military installations. We understand what it takes to provide the highest levels of support so that our customers can focus on their missions.

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Contact center services

Our contact center team is committed to achieving first-call resolution. We foster innovation and champion customer inclusivity to remain effective in this dynamic digital age. Our team harnesses industry-leading best practices, employs cutting-edge tools, assembles the best talent, and emphasizes efficiency in every process.

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Custodial services

GCE custodial services ensure that each cleaning standard is met efficiently and with utmost attention to health and safety. Every week, our team cleans more than 45 million square feet for the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines and Coast Guard, as well as a wide range of other customers.

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Employment and support services

GCE Employment and Support Services is designed to help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain and maintain employment. We offer recruitment and outreach, assessment and evaluation, career planning, pre-employment transition services, on-the-job training, community based employment, coordination of workplace accommodations and job retention support.

 

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Facilities maintenance

GCE conducts inspections, provides maintenance, makes repairs, cleans, and responds to emergency and construction needs. Our team is committed to a safe and healthy working environment that protects your team members, your customers and your bottom line.

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Food services

GCE sets high standards to ensure that each dining experience is comprised of high-quality ingredients and contains a number of nutritious options. Our dedicated team serves more than 11 million meals every year at single unit, multiple-facility and base-wide food service operations locations.

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GCE Designs

GCE Designs delivers premium custom apparel, embroidery and promotional products—crafted with care and driven by mission. Every item we produce supports meaningful employment for individuals with disabilities, combining expert craftsmanship with inclusive opportunity.

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Information technology services

GCE team members provide comprehensive information technology services, including network, system and telecommunications administration, as well as cybersecurity, enterprise help desk support, ongoing customer service, software and systems development and sustainment.

Introduction to GCE

Hear from our team members and see examples of the work we do all across the country.

A virtual tour of GCE lines of business

Honoring veterans

GCE stands ready to support our veterans, offering meaningful employment opportunities directly aligned with their skills and expertise. GCE’s Targeted Employment Navigation Services (TENS) team is available to provide assistance to veterans as they navigate the hiring and onboarding process for GCE. Our Employee Resource Group named V.E.T.S. (Veterans Empowered through Support) provides information and support to improve the workplace experience for our team members with military backgrounds.

GCE has been recognized as a Military Friendly® Employer, a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified organization, and a VETS Indexes 4-Star Employer.

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Success stories

A person with a disability transitioning into a job is more likely to succeed with an organization that supports growth and development. GCE has the systems and culture in place to empower our team members and help match them to fulfilling careers. See more team member success stories here.

2024 Team Member of the Year: Liberty Hoekstra

News & Stories

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Professional growth journey: Megan Hays

For Megan Hays, benefits specialist at LifeView Group, parent company of Global Connections to Employment (GCE), growth has been a natural part of her journey from the day she joined the organization. What began as a recommendation from a friend turned into a career spanning more than a decade of service, innovation and teamwork. “A […]

Hiring Event: Thursday, Nov. 6

LifeView Group will host a hiring event on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lakeview Activity Center, 1110 West Lakeview Ave. in Pensacola. Onsite interviews, pre-screenings and information about specific job openings will be available. Attendees are asked to please bring their resume, a list of references, their Social Security […]

GCE Designs Welcomes New General Manager

Mike Craney named general manager of GCE Designs

Mike Craney has been named general manager of GCE Designs – a new business venture from Global Connections to Employment (GCE) offering custom apparel, embroidery and promotional products nationwide and creating meaningful jobs for people with disabilities in Pensacola. Craney is a seasoned executive with deep roots in Pensacola and more than 30 years of […]