Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Partner in Business Consulting & Employment Solutions
Since 1986, Mc Cloud & Associates has been a leader in providing diversified consulting, training, and employment support services to individuals, businesses, and government agencies. Our CARF International accreditation since 2012 underscores our commitment to quality and excellence in every service we deliver. Specializing in business consulting, we assist clients with accounting systems, policy development, and grant writing while offering tailored training programs in leadership, entrepreneurship, and workplace readiness. Our disability services division partners with state and federal agencies to deliver Pre-Employment Transition Services and Supportive Employment programs, empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve career success.With decades of experience and a focus on community impact, we combine technical expertise with personalized support to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our team of certified professionals brings deep industry knowledge and a proven track record in workforce development and organizational consulting. Recognized by the North Carolina Governor for our contributions to at-risk youth, we remain dedicated to fostering growth, inclusion, and innovation. Our services span local, state, and federal levels, ensuring accessibility and relevance across diverse sectors. Through continuous improvement and client-centric approaches, we maintain our reputation as a trusted partner in professional consulting and disability employment solutions.
Services
Business Consulting
Training Services
Pre-Employment Transition
Supportive Employment
Work Adjustment
Job Exploration Counseling
Workplace Readiness Training
Community Support Services
Proposal Writing
Employment Support Services
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in business consulting and disability employment services
- Our team holds CARF International accreditation for quality assurance
- Specialize in federally compliant employment programs for individuals with disabilities
- Awarded Governor's Certificate of Appreciation for youth development contributions
- Offer tailored training programs for both corporate clients and government contractors
Associations and certifications
- CARF International
What people say
Valuable new skills
Confidence in herself
Learning life lessons
Positive change
Eager to work
Services
Business Consulting
Our business consulting services help organizations optimize operations through accounting systems audits, policy development, and management control evaluations. We specialize in budget development, record management, and proposal writing for both private and public sector clients. With decades of experience serving federal and state agencies, we deliver strategic solutions that enhance organizational efficiency and compliance.
Training Services
We offer comprehensive training programs covering leadership, entrepreneurship, and workplace readiness skills. Our curriculum includes personal computing, spreadsheet management, and specialized job training tailored to individual needs. Designed for both corporate clients and individuals, these programs prepare participants for successful careers through hands-on learning and practical skill development.
Pre-Employment Transition
This program helps students with disabilities transition from school to work through job exploration, workplace readiness training, and work-based learning experiences. We partner with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation to provide career counseling, resume writing, and social skills development for ages 14-21 while still in high school.
Supportive Employment
Our supportive employment services include job coaching, placement assistance, and retention support for individuals with disabilities. We offer benefit counseling, assistive technology solutions, and ongoing job training to ensure long-term employment success in integrated work environments across various industries.
Work Adjustment
This service focuses on helping individuals develop essential workplace skills through profile assessments and personalized training plans. We provide job search assistance, interview preparation, and budgeting education to enhance employability and ensure successful career transitions for people with diverse needs.
People
Valerie McCloud
CEO/President
Valerie McCloud founded Mc Cloud & Associates in 1986 and has led numerous disability employment programs across North Carolina and Virginia. With a B.S. in Human Services/Management and executive certifications from Howard University and Dartmouth, she brings over 35 years of experience in workforce development and community support services.
Questions
What services does McCloud & Associates offer?
We provide business consulting, workforce training, and employment support services for individuals with disabilities, including Pre-Employment Transition programs and organizational consulting for businesses.
How can I access disability employment services?
Contact your local Division of Vocational Rehabilitation to apply for Pre-Employment Transition Services or Supportive Employment programs through our partnership with VR agencies.
Do you serve clients outside North Carolina?
While based in North Carolina, we serve clients across Virginia and provide consulting services to federal agencies nationwide through our government contracting capabilities.
What makes your training programs unique?
Our training combines technical skills development with workplace readiness preparation, including resume writing, interview practice, and social skills training tailored to individual needs.
Are your services CARF accredited?
Yes, our organization has maintained CARF International accreditation since May 2012, demonstrating our commitment to quality standards in all our service offerings.
