PRI Enterprises Releases 2025 Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements
PRI Enterprises has released its 2025 Annual Report and audited financial statements, highlighting a year of organizational growth, operational change, strategic investment, and continued mission impact across Florida’s correctional institutions.
Throughout 2025, PRI remained focused on expanding opportunities for inmate workers, strengthening existing industries and programs, and developing new initiatives designed to support long term organizational growth and success.
The year began with significant engagement from state leaders. On Feb. 24, PRI welcomed Rep. Sam Garrison of Clay County, the future Speaker of the Florida House, to tour operations in Union County. Garrison was joined by a delegation of regional legislators who had the opportunity to learn more about PRI’s mission, programs, and contributions firsthand.
In March, PRI reached a financial settlement with WorkWear Corporation, the primary supplier of officer uniforms for the Florida Department of Corrections. The agreement addressed excess inventory following the department’s decision not to renew its uniform contract after several short-term extensions. As a result, garment operations at the Lowell facility were closed and inmate worker positions at that location were reduced.
Later that month, PRI participated in legislative outreach efforts by hosting an information booth in the Capitol Rotunda in Tallahassee. The event provided an opportunity for state senators, representatives, and legislative staff to learn more about the organization’s operations and statewide impact.
A major milestone occurred on April 8 when PRI hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony at its Century facility to celebrate the completion of a new Tiny House manufacturing operation. Attendees included local elected officials, community leaders, and media representatives. The event showcased the first four homes being constructed by inmate workers and PRI staff.
From April 14 through April 17, members of the PRI team attended the National Correctional Industries Association Annual Training Conference in St. Louis. In addition to participating in professional development sessions, staff gathered information and best practices that will help prepare Florida to host the conference in the following year.
During May and June, PRI leadership addressed a security breach at the Homestead Contact Center that occurred under the management of a contracted partner. Following a review, the contract was terminated and the operation was discontinued. PRI is currently developing plans to replace the contact center with an Image Validation program.
In July, certified Teachers of the Visually Impaired toured PRI’s Braille operations in Sumter County. The educators, who directly use the materials produced through the program, provided valuable feedback that reinforced the importance of PRI’s work in supporting students throughout Florida.
Also in July, PRI’s Marion garment operation secured a competitive contract with the State of New York to produce inmate clothing. The agreement includes an initial three-year term with two renewal options. The achievement reflects investments in equipment modernization and process improvement initiatives, including Kaizen training and one-piece flow manufacturing techniques.
Rep. Garrison returned to PRI’s Century Tiny House facility on Aug. 7, accompanied by regional legislators and local dignitaries, further highlighting continued interest in the organization’s workforce development efforts.
In October, Rep. Juan Carlos Porras Redondo, a future leader within the Florida House, toured PRI’s Homestead operations along with fellow state representatives to gain a better understanding of the organization’s programs and services.
As the year concluded, PRI conducted a review of its current three-year strategic plan. Leadership reported that approximately 70 percent of targeted initiatives have been completed and that the plan remains on track through its scheduled conclusion at the end of 2027. A new strategic plan will be developed following completion of the current framework.
PRI also began implementing a previously approved organizational name change through the Doing Business As process. As a result, PRIDE Enterprises is now operating as PRI Enterprises.
The organization continued to demonstrate mission impact through workforce development and training achievements. During 2025, PRI issued 6,240 nationally recognized training certificates to inmate workers, representing a 44.2 percent increase compared with 2024. A total of 3,226 inmates participated in PRI programs during the year, an 11.1 percent increase over the previous year. PRI currently operates 37 industries and programs across 17 correctional institutions statewide.
Looking ahead, PRI also recognized the accomplishments of former inmate worker Alan Hepfer, who served as a keynote speaker at the 2026 National Correctional Industries Association Conference. During his incarceration, Hepfer progressed from data entry operator to full stack .NET developer while earning more than 20 certifications. Within six weeks of release, he secured employment as a senior software developer and now advocates for second chances, dignity, and access to opportunity. His story reflects the lasting impact of education, skills training, and workforce development opportunities offered through PRI programs.
PRI remains a self-funded organization that operates without taxpayer support while continuing to advance its mission and maintain one of the lowest recidivism rates among comparable correctional industry programs.
The 2025 Annual Report provides additional information about PRI’s mission impact, operational achievements, strategic initiatives, and reinvestment of profits.
The 2025 Annual Report and audited financial statements are available through the links provided at the bottom of this page.