Karl first heard about EBI when he was preparing for his high school graduation in the Fremont Unified School District, and a staff member recommended EBI’s employment services to him. As an individual with a developmental disability, Karl decided to take advantage of the services EBI provides, and with EBI’s help, found a job upon graduating in 2000. He’s held a few positions over the years at Barnes and Noble, Borders, Target and Safeway, with job coaching from EBI along the way. Karl is now an office assistant at Prologis, a commercial property company. In addition to paid employment, Karl was also an active volunteer at a youth empowerment program for three years, where he was a mentor to young people with developmental disabilities. Karl believes in not only donating money, but also donating time to a worthy cause. He currently serves as a member of the Finance Committee at EBI. He chooses to be on the board of directors because he wants to give back to the organization that helped him. Karl enjoys being able to give his perspective on Board decisions, and is an instrumental voice for individuals with developmental disabilities.