Episode 6: "Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Embracing Neurodivergent Talent for Success" with Dave Thompson of Potentia
Dave Thompson is a revolutionary self-advocate for neurodiversity in the workplace. He is the Dir...
Dave Thompson is a revolutionary self-advocate for neurodiversity in the workplace. He is the Director of Strategic Programs for Potentia, a company that helps businesses become more neuro-inclusive with training, recruitment, and support for neurodiverse professionals. During his conversation, Dave discussed his work and the importance of providing increased opportunity, flexibility, empathy, acceptance, and support for those with diverse neurological profiles. He also highlighted the importance of providing a platform for those who think and operate differently to be heard. Finally, he thanked the hosts for their work in blazing trails and advocating for neurodiverse individuals.Show resources:PotentiaDave Thompson's Linkedin ProfileFrist Center For Autism and Innovation at Vanderbilt University
Dave Thompson
Director of Strategic Development
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As a self-advocate with ADHD and Dyslexia, Dave Thompson has been an educator, innovator, and advocate in the field of Neurodiversity Employment since 2010. As Director of Strategic Programs for Potentia, Dave supports companies in becoming more neuroinclusive through training on best practices, as well as recruiting and providing ongoing support to neurodistinct professionals.
His work is fed by a desire to see the world of work continue to evolve through increased opportunity, flexibility, empathy, acceptance, and support for neurodistinct professionals. He believes that diversity, including neurodiversity, makes the world of work a better, more productive, innovative and understanding place.