Marking a decade of advancing neurodiverse employment .
PRESS RELEASE:The Precisionists, Inc. (TPI) Celebrates 10 Years of Innovation, Growth, and Impact on Bridging the Neurodiversity Employment Divide
Wilmington, DE — August 21, 2026 — The Precisionists, Inc. (TPI) proudly celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, marking a decade of innovation, growth, and commitment to delivering world-class service to its clients through best practices and proactive engagement of its talented neurodiverse and neurotypical consultants. Founded in 2016, TPI began with a bold mission to create jobs 10,000 across the U.S. for individuals with neurodiversities, including those impacted by autism. Over the past ten years, the organization has evolved into a one of the largest leaders in neurodiversity employment and as a trusted business services partner. “Reaching our 10-year anniversary is an incredible milestone and a testament to the dedication of our employees and the support of our client partners,” said Ernie Dianastasis, Founder & CEO of The Precisionists. “What began as an ambitious idea has grown into an organization that has become one of the five (5) largest employers of neurodiverse talent in the country. For our employees that employment comes in the form of sustainable career-based jobs, providing an opportunity of living a life of independence. For our clients, they benefit from the unique talents and innovative solutions our neurodiverse workforce delivers to their critical business processes. We are grateful for everyone who has been part of our journey and excited about the opportunities that lie ahead.” During the past decade, The Precisionists has achieved numerous accomplishments, including:- The opening of four (4) Innovation & Technology Centers across the U.S. in Wilmington, DE; Philadelphia, PA, Nashville, TN, and Phoenix, AZ.; while also providing services in additional markets, including Cleveland, OH; Akron, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Chicago, IL
- Delivering IT and business services to more than 45 fortune 500 & 1000 client partners across the U.S.
- Development of innovative approaches to break down the barriers to employment for neurodiverse jobseekers
- Named the College Autism Network’s 2025 Outstanding Neurodiversity Workplace Initiative
- Recognized with the State of Tennessee Department of Human Resources 2023 Inclusive Employer Award
- Awarded first place for Innovation & Ideation at Exelon’s 2018 Innovation Expo
- Named recipient of the Autism Society of America’s 2018 Adam Heavner Memorial Award
- Most importantly, the growth and development of a talented and dedicated workforce
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About The Precisionists, Inc. (TPI) The Precisionists, Inc. (TPI), a Benefits Corporation, is a national leader in delivering administrative and technology services built on industry best practices and inclusive innovation. By assembling teams that intentionally include individuals with neurodiverse talents, such as those on the autism spectrum, TPI customizes its business solutions to each client’s unique needs and achieves exceptional levels of quality and productivity. Dedicated to advancing meaningful employment opportunities, The Precisionists aims to create 10,000 jobs for individuals with neurodiversities over the next decade across all the markets it serves, The Precisionists, Inc. is headquartered in Wilmington, DE. Learn more at www.theprecisionists.com. Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X
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The Precisionists, Inc. Named 2025 Outstanding Neurodiversity Workplace Initiative
On Tuesday, November 4, the College Autism Network named The Precisionists, Inc. as its 2025 Outstanding Neurodiversity Workplace Initiative. The award was announced in Pittsburgh at the College Autism Summit, a national conference with 300 professionals and students in attendance.
Founded in 2016 by Ernie Dianastasis, TPI focuses its efforts in support of two goals: delivering high quality business/IT services and creating meaningful employment opportunities for neurodivergent individuals. Setting an ambitious goal of creating 10,000 jobs for neurodivergent candidates, TPI recruits and supports professionals who work on significant IT and business projects at employers that include businesses as diverse as M&T Bank, UBS, and Delmarva Power. Demonstrating a high retention rate of employees, TPI has grown from its original location in Delaware to establish a presence in Nashville, Philadelphia, Cleveland and Phoenix, and has become a model for organizations making a difference in neurodiversity employment.
Dr. Keivan Stassun, Director of Vanderbilt University’s Frist Center for Autism and Innovation, enthusiastically supports CAN’s recognition of TPI. “TPI is now the nation’s largest business services company fueled by neurodiversity, providing a unique model that offers meaningful employment for individuals spanning a spectrum of skills and support needs. TPI continues to move into a number of communities, bringing hope to individuals and their families that employment opportunities are available.”
CAN recognizes and applauds the many ways the leaders of The Precisionists, Inc. generously share their experiences and vision with others seeking to create more neuroinclusive environments.
The College Autism Network is a national nonprofit organization that links varied stakeholders engaged in evidence-guided efforts to improve access, experiences and outcomes for autistic college students. Founded in 2016, CAN supports research, training and advocacy with a goal of helping colleges and universities improve their services to autistic students.
For more information, contact Lee Burdette Williams, Executive Director, lee@collegeautismnetwork.org .