Funding growth Recent grant funding of 450K over three years indicates increasing financial support for expanded services, creating a joint selling point for partnerships and pilot programs with potential funders or employers aligned with IPS employment initiatives.

Public expansions New crisis care and community spaces such as the Living Room in Oak Park and partnerships in Summit suggest scalable models and opportunity for collaboration with local governments, health networks, and employers seeking on-site or community-based mental health support.

Employer value NAMI offers no-cost employment placement services with pre-screened candidates and ongoing support, alongside access to tax credits for employers hiring persons with disabilities, creating a compelling value proposition for HR and talent acquisition teams.

Tech adoption Utilization of tools like iCIMS, Google Ads, WordPress, and other platforms signals readiness for digital outreach, applicant tracking, and employer marketing efforts—opportunities to propose integrated marketing, CRM, and streamlined hiring workflows.

Scale potential Revenue is under 1M with a broad network of partnerships and community programs, presenting upsell opportunities in expanded IPS services, corporate partnerships, and grant-backed program expansions to larger employers and regional networks.