Bismarck, N.D. (KCSi-T.V. News) — The North Dakota Department of Human Services’ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation has recognized seven North Dakota businesses for their continued work to support and inspire individuals with disabilities in the workplace and for their ongoing working partnership with the division.

The 2012 Employer of the Year award-winners include: Triumph, Inc., of Jamestown, KNDX Fox 26, Bismarck; Hugo’s Family Marketplace, Grand Forks; Triumph, Inc., Jamestown; Medora Convenience Store, Medora; Walmart, Minot; North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) Campus Connection, Wahpeton; and Lindsey Implement, Inc., Williston.

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Director, Russ Cusack says, “These organizations are business champions. Their support and progressive attitudes are the reason why North Dakota is the leader in employment of individuals with disabilities.”

Award recipients were selected based on a nomination process that included a review of each organization’s innovative approach to offering employment opportunities to people with disabilities; as well as an organization’s commitment to community service and other charitable contributions.