Key Takeaways
- • C. Michael (Mike) Hulland retired from Alternatives Industry (AI) at The Arc of Madison Cortland after 38 years of leadership, during which he grew the organization's sales from $100,000 to $3.5 million.
- • Under Hulland's tenure, AI expanded its mission-driven portfolio to include Alternatives Food Products, LOJO Technology, and Alternatives Recycling, providing employment and job training for people with disabilities while supporting organizational sustainability.
- • Hulland received multiple industry recognitions including the Executive Directors Award from The Arc of Madison Cortland, the Les Mitchell DD Award from Madison County Community Services Board, and the 2006 "Business at Its Best" award from the Greater Oneida Chamber of Commerce.
- • Beyond his direct role at AI, Hulland served six years on the Oneida Chamber board of directors and chaired the Safety and Health Committee and CQL Committee for Safe Environments at The Arc of Madison Cortland.
Summary
C. Michael (Mike) Hulland has retired from his position leading Alternatives Industry (AI) at The Arc of Madison Cortland, concluding a 38-year career with the organization. His departure marks the end of a tenure that fundamentally transformed the scale and scope of AI's operations and mission impact.
When Hulland assumed leadership, AI generated $100,000 in annual sales. By the time of his retirement, the organization had grown to $3.5 million in sales—a 35-fold expansion. This growth was achieved while maintaining AI's core mission of providing diversified employment and job training opportunities for individuals with disabilities. AI's service portfolio encompasses industrial and commercial packaging, assembly services, manufacturing, and outsourcing solutions.
During his leadership, Hulland spearheaded the development of multiple subsidiary ventures designed to expand employment pathways and ensure long-term organizational sustainability. These initiatives included Alternatives Food Products, LOJO Technology, and Alternatives Recycling. Each venture was structured to provide both meaningful employment for people with disabilities and revenue streams to support The Arc of Madison Cortland's broader operations.
Beyond his direct management of AI, Hulland maintained significant involvement in the regional business and nonprofit community. He served a six-year tenure on the Oneida Chamber of Commerce board of directors and played an active role in establishing the Alternatives Recycling Center. At The Arc of Madison Cortland, he chaired the Safety and Health Committee and the CQL Committee for Safe Environments. His contributions earned him recognition including the Executive Directors Award from The Arc, the Les Mitchell DD Award from the Madison County Community Services Board, and the 2006 "Business at Its Best" award from the Greater Oneida Chamber of Commerce.
In his retirement announcement, Hulland acknowledged the mentorship and support of Raymond Lewandowski, the retired executive director of The Arc of Madison Cortland, and Jack Campbell, the organization's current executive director, crediting their guidance throughout his career.
When Hulland assumed leadership, AI generated $100,000 in annual sales. By the time of his retirement, the organization had grown to $3.5 million in sales—a 35-fold expansion. This growth was achieved while maintaining AI's core mission of providing diversified employment and job training opportunities for individuals with disabilities. AI's service portfolio encompasses industrial and commercial packaging, assembly services, manufacturing, and outsourcing solutions.
During his leadership, Hulland spearheaded the development of multiple subsidiary ventures designed to expand employment pathways and ensure long-term organizational sustainability. These initiatives included Alternatives Food Products, LOJO Technology, and Alternatives Recycling. Each venture was structured to provide both meaningful employment for people with disabilities and revenue streams to support The Arc of Madison Cortland's broader operations.
Beyond his direct management of AI, Hulland maintained significant involvement in the regional business and nonprofit community. He served a six-year tenure on the Oneida Chamber of Commerce board of directors and played an active role in establishing the Alternatives Recycling Center. At The Arc of Madison Cortland, he chaired the Safety and Health Committee and the CQL Committee for Safe Environments. His contributions earned him recognition including the Executive Directors Award from The Arc, the Les Mitchell DD Award from the Madison County Community Services Board, and the 2006 "Business at Its Best" award from the Greater Oneida Chamber of Commerce.
In his retirement announcement, Hulland acknowledged the mentorship and support of Raymond Lewandowski, the retired executive director of The Arc of Madison Cortland, and Jack Campbell, the organization's current executive director, crediting their guidance throughout his career.
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