Unboxing Neurodivergent Talent

Challenging the stereotypes on how ADHD and autism influence performance

Most workplaces are becoming more aware of the need to support neurodivergent ways of being. But how many of us actually have a practical understanding of the undervalued strengths, know how to break the stigma, and can implement the best practices to make neuro-inclusivity a core driver of a high-performance culture?

Why behaviours commonly associated with ADHD and autism so often go misunderstood

Breaking stigma to individualise talent and transform how we view behaviour

Building a high-performance culture through neuro-inclusivity

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Differences. Not deficits.

Our research revealed some fascinating findings that challenge the typical assumptions about neurodiversity in the workplace. We’re flipping stereotypes about autism and ADHD on their head, highlighting the hugely undervalued behavioural positives that emerge when people are properly valued and supported. More support for individuals. Clear guidance for organisations. Better performance and wellbeing for everyone. That’s what it’s all about.
60 Minutes. 4 Experts. 1 Mission.

Join us for an hour of exploration with expert panellists who will bring the latest data to life, revealing the untapped talent organisations are missing out on due to discrimination and a lack of adjustments in workplaces. Come along and learn how to tackle negative judgements, break the bias, and get some practical top tips for helping bring out the best in everyone’s performance at work. 

Meet the speakers

Jonathan Cannon

Jonathan Cannon

Senior Business Psychologist

Lumina Learning

I’m an experienced Certified Business Psychologist working in psychometrics, with a passion for industry-focused research that can make a targeted difference to organisations by helping their people to be their best. My main interests lie in combining statistics and linguistics to develop psychometrics that are statistically robust to be more accurate and relatable, and likewise more inclusive for a wide range of audiences. I want everyone to find value and meaning when engaging with development assessments and likewise, I want organisations to be able to act upon the powerful data available to them.

Mireille Watanabe Handover

Resources Lead & Lumina Learning Partner

I am a Lumina Learning Partner for Japan, a faculty member delivering Lumina Learning’s psychometric qualifications and an Organisational Development Lead. As well as qualifying countless Practitioners in the suite of Lumina Learning psychometric products, I have considerable experience in consulting, designing and facilitating a range of Learning & Development solutions. Bilingual and bicultural, I enjoy working with clients, Practitioners and participants from around the world. A Certified Business Psychologist, I have an MSc in People and Organisation Development from the Roffey Park Institute and have supported the design and delivery of large scale women’s leadership programmes.

Meet the panellists

Melissa Chester

Business Psychologist and Team Coach

 

I’m co-founder of 80Twenty and I’m based in Jersey in the Channel Islands. I support the development of individuals, teams and leaders and take a coaching approach to my work, maximising ‘learning in the moment’ opportunities and fostering a culture of peer learning for our clients.

Kelly Bristow

Coaching and Business Psychologist

Flourish Consulting

I am a Dual Chartered Psychologist with a background in Psychology and Education. I am at my best when working with people, whether be one-to-one coaching, collaborating in teams, or delivering training to groups. I am passionate about health and wellbeing at work, and empowering individuals to be happier, healthier, and more productive. 

 

I particularly enjoy working in the neurodiversity space, including coaching neurodivergent people, and training organisations in neurodiversity awareness. I’m currently completing a PG Cert in Neurodiversity, and am an ADHDer myself.