About Us

Our Mission

is to provide comprehensive and personalized support for individuals seeking or sustaining employment.

Ty Lingo

PRESIDENT
FORMER APSE BOARD MEMBER, CESP

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Cathy Eylar

DIRECTOR
CESP

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Tamara Williams

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

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Brooke Murray

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT | DD/DVR LEAD

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Leroy Burrowes

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

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Jenn Burns

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

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Kevin Sodderquist

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

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Brittany Bates

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

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Hannah Szendre

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

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Oliva Holsclaw

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

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Jasen

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

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Mike

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

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Nicolle Cummins

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

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Join Our Team

At Ability Employment, we’re not just a team, we’re a family. United by a shared vision of innovation and excellence, we are committed to fostering an environment where individual voices are heard. Here, your work isn’t just a job – it’s a journey of growth, learning, and meaningful connections.

Sound like you? Email us a resume at office@abilityemployment.net.

Hours

Mon-Thurs: 7am – 5pm

Fri-Sun: Closed

office@abilityemployment.net

Office

Spokane
1212 N Washington St #124
Spokane, WA 99201
(509) 242-3758

Ellensburg
1215 West University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 856-5457

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Ty Lingo

President - FORMER APSE BOARD MEMBER, CESP

As the eldest among four siblings, Ty embraced responsibility from a tender age. Their youngest sister’s profound disability necessitated frequent assistance, an experience that fostered the development of their character and laid the foundation for their current mission- advocating for individuals with disabilities seeking employment and educating employers to treat these individuals equally with others. His overarching goal is to empower job seekers with disabilities, creating opportunities often overlooked. This role is profoundly fulfilling, and Ty feels privileged to work alongside and in support of these remarkable individuals.

Cathy Eylar

Director - CESP

Cathy is a dedicated professional whose career took an unexpected turn when she joined an agency in Spokane to support job retention, an experience that would profoundly shape her perspective on employers and individuals with disabilities. Today, Cathy is a passionate advocate for equal opportunities in the workforce. She firmly believes that everyone possesses the ability to work and finds immense fulfillment in helping others navigate their journey toward success.

Tamara Williams

Employment Consultant

Her journey has been marked by a strong sense of creativity and adventure. Tamara brings a conviction of life’s true priorities to Ability Employment Services, operating with compassion, respect, and courtesy, both in her work here and in her interactions with the world.

Brooke Murray

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT | DD/DVR LEAD

With a lifelong passion for helping others, Brooke spent her school years volunteering in special education classrooms, advocating for inclusivity. Brooke later managed retail stores, fostering successful teams and employing individuals from Ability’s client base who demonstrated remarkable work ethic. Seeking a more personal impact, she was drawn to Ability Employment Services, where she brings her dedication to making a difference.

Leroy Burrowes

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

A lifelong passion for helping others was kindled by the examples set by his mother, who volunteered at St. Charles, and his sister, who has a physical disability. He followed that passion to Ability Employment Services, where he has the opportunity to collaborate with individuals who share his commitment to making a positive impact on the community.

Jenn Burns

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

Jenn began her career in dentistry, and an unexpected opportunity
 allowed her to obtain a degree in Early Childhood. Jenn’s lifelong passion for advocating for all ages and her commitment to learning led her to join Ability Employment Services, where she enjoys a career that aligns perfectly with her values.

Kevin Soderquist

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

Early on, Kevin developed a profound love for sports. Engaging in these sports allowed him to witness firsthand individuals with physical barriers participating alongside him, sparking his awareness of the challenges faced by people with disabilities. This inspired his dedication to empowering individuals with disabilities, so they have the opportunity to realize their potential and actively participate in society with the respect and dignity they rightly deserve.

Brittany Bates

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

Brittany, a lifelong resident of northern Spokane, has always had a deep passion for helping others. After high school, she pursued a career as a medical assistant, but her career path soon led her to accept a position as a dispatcher at Spokane County 911. She now enjoys the tranquility of Deer Park with her loving family. Brittany’s role at Ability enables her to fulfill her passion for assisting others as they embark on their next life chapter.

Hannah Szendre

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSIStANT

With a passion for customer service, Hannah spent 8 years working in retail, starting as an associate and working her way up to a manager. Hannah’s biggest success has been delivering the best customer service to her customers while also developing her teams to be successful. Seeking a new way to share her passion with a team, she was steered toward Ability Employment Services. She brings her dedication to making a difference in helping the backend of our services run smoothly.

Olivia Holsclaw

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

Olivia joins Ability Employment Services team after working as a local Business Education Teacher. Olivia has lived in Kittitas Co. for over 20 years, and she is passionate about giving back to her community. For Olivia, her work is more than just a job—it’s a calling where she can use her skills to make a difference. An alumna of Central Washington University, she holds degrees in Economics, Russian Language, and Natural Resource Management. Olivia is also a strong advocate for neurodivergent people, speaking from her own experience as an Autistic person.

Jasen

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

Jasen was raised and spent his early years in a small town in Washington where his family strongly ingrained concepts of diversity, and opportunity for all people. He moved to Spokane in 2001 to continue his education, where Jasen met his beautiful wife in 2006, and they had two amazing girls.  
Jasen then worked with local Spokane startups to help build nationally recognized companies in both tech and real estate. Jasen pivoted in early 2024 to join Ability Employment utilizing his talents and conviction in inclusion to facilitate career growth and opportunity for those in need.  He now helps our local residents to find meaning, value and financial freedom through purposeful employment. You can find Jasen any day off at his Spokane valley home, tending to his lawn,  grilling up some great eats, and spending quality time beating his children at video games.

Nicole Cummins

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT

Nicolle has years of experience working with individuals of all ages from diverse backgrounds. She is driven by her desire to support and empower others in her community, which led her to her role at Ability Employment Services.

Jon Reed

Employment Consultant

Jon’s upbringing instilled in him the core values of hard work and the belief that everyone‘s contribution matters, no matter its size. Today, he has found his calling at Ability Employment Services. Jon is a dedicated advocate for his clients, unwavering in his determination to help them realize their goals and aspirations.

Troy Marshall

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT, CESP

Over the past 25 years, Troy has amassed extensive experience in assisting a diverse range of individuals in overcoming their unique challenges. He understands the profound sense of fulfillment that comes from helping someone unlock their full potential. Troy firmly believes in the importance of supporting individuals who are willing to work hard to provide for themselves and their families, enabling them to achieve their aspirations.