Traditional hiring practices often overlook neurodivergent talent—but what if we reimagine the process? In this engaging session, Neil Barnett, Director of Inclusive Hiring and Accessibility at Microsoft will share his experience transforming inclusive hiring to leverage the talents of neurodivergent employees. He will highlight collaborations, resources and tools that can create real and lasting change […]
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Building Inclusive Workplaces for All: Taking a Universal Design Approach
Rajesh Anandan, Co-Founder and CEO of Ultranauts, shares how his company has reimagined the workplace using a universal design approach to foster inclusion for all employees. Ultranauts, a consulting firm specializing in data quality and process improvement, has developed scalable, systemic solutions that remove barriers and empower teams, regardless of disability disclosure. With 75% of […]
Maximizing Workplace Success: Practical Accommodations for Neurodiverse Employees
Join Melanie Whetzel, Principal Consultant at the Job Accommodation Network (JAN), for an insightful session on the vital role successful job accommodations play in benefiting the entire workforce. Drawing from over 30 years of experience in disability employment, Melanie will share trusted, practical solutions to help employers recognize and support the valuable contributions of neurodiverse […]
Onboarding New Talent: Evidence-Based Strategies to Overcome Obstacles in Interviews
Discover practical, evidence-based strategies to improve your organization’s onboarding process and overcome common obstacles that neurodiverse talent face in the interview stage. Learn how to design interview processes that mitigate bias, reduce stress, highlight candidate strengths, and enable job candidates to express all that they have to offer. Key Takeaways This session explores innovative approaches […]
Lunchtime Spotlight Session: Shifting Mindsets and Solving Real Problems – How The Uniquely Abled Project Collaborates for a Triple Win
Join us for an inspiring lunchtime session that offers an insightful look at the multiple transformations involved in helping talented neurodiverse individuals build fulfilling lives. These include shifting mindsets, creating opportunities, overcoming challenges, and supporting neurodiverse individuals on the job. Moderator Ivan Rosenberg, Founder and President of The Uniquely Abled Project (UAP) will discuss the […]
Panel – It’s All About The FIT: Creating Innovative Opportunities for Neurodiverse Employees
Join us for an engaging and insightful panel discussion with neurodiverse individuals and the innovative employers who recognize their abilities. Panelists will demonstrate how neurodiversity is a powerful asset in the workplace and showcase real-world strategies to foster inclusion and create new talent pipelines. The panel features: Organizations and company founders who demonstrate how to […]
Keynote: Neurodiversity in the Workforce: Unlocking Untapped Potential
Join Danny Combs, Director of the newly established Colorado Disability Opportunity Office, for an eye-opening keynote on the invaluable role neurodiversity plays in transforming today’s workforce. Drawing on his extensive experience as the founder of Teaching Autism Community Trades (TACT) and the co-founder of the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce, Danny will share actionable insights […]
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