PRI Enterprises celebrates 45 years of operations, marking continued leadership in correctional workforce development, rehabilitation, and public private partnership innovation.
The organization rebranded from PRIDE Enterprises to PRI Enterprises, reflecting a modernized identity and future focused strategy.
The Tiny Homes Program completed its first pilot home and continued expanding hands on construction training opportunities.
PRI launched a learning hub initiative to reduce inmate idleness, expand GED access, and provide digital workforce training using tools such as LearnKey, Microsoft Office, and Workbay.
PRI reported a recidivism rate of 10.3%, significantly lower than Florida’s statewide rate of 25 percent.
PRI launched the Tiny Homes Program, building a production facility to train inmates in construction skills while supporting affordable housing needs.
PRI launched the Diesel Mechanic Training and Certification Program in Belle Glade in partnership with Palm Beach State College.
PRI introduced the Braille production program at Sumter Correctional Institution, becoming the first in-state provider of Braille textbooks for Florida schools.
The expanded Career Resource Center Pilot 2.0 launched at Polk Correctional Institution, increasing access to education and workforce training.
Career Resource Centers were established in 20 correctional facilities to support career planning, education, certifications, and job readiness.
PRI launched its Culinary Arts Program at Baker and Columbia Correctional Institutions with accredited classroom and hands-on training.
PRI Enterprises reached record annual revenue of more than 78.9 million dollars while continuing to uphold strong ethical standards and expanding workforce programs.
Jack Edgemon was selected as PRI’s fourth president bringing continued focus on financial strength, mission alignment, and organizational growth.
PRI received the Governor’s Sustainable Florida Leadership Award for contributions to economic, environmental, and social progress.
The Florida Legislature authorized PRI to manage the Prison Industry Enhancement program statewide.
PRI gained national recognition as a leading correctional industry model and influenced reforms in other states.
The Training, Industry, Education and Support program was launched to integrate education, job training, and placement services.
PRI completed the transfer of all correctional industry operations from the Department of Corrections ahead of schedule. PRI expanded production, improved operational efficiency, and developed inmate transition and job placement programs.
PRI launched its first work program, Zephyrhills Print, introducing structured compensation and skill-building opportunities aligned with workforce readiness.
The Florida Legislature passed legislation establishing PRI Enterprises to assume control of prison industries from the Department of Corrections.
Governor Bob Graham approved legislation creating PRI Enterprises as a nonprofit corporation.
Governor Bob Graham appointed Jack Eckerd as the first chairman of the board at the organization’s founding.
