Unlock Potential, Maximize Success:
A Forum on Workplace Inclusion
Our second annual Workplace Inclusion Forum heard from esteemed business leaders
With the increasing prevalence of neurodiversity, now is the time to future-proof your business. Did you know that approximately 20% of people are neurodivergent? This number is expected to rise to 50% by 2050. Learn best practices from leading organizations on how to better champion neuroinclusion and create a workplace where everyone can thrive.
This exclusive event brought together a select group of business leaders and senior professionals focused on HR and DEI who are leading the way on diversity and inclusion. It aimed to redefine the conversation surrounding neurodiversity in the workplace.
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(Note: this event has now past and took place on May 7th 2024 at The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad)
Register to discover…
- New strategies on how to support your evolving workforce and unlock the unique business benefits of neurodiversity. Neuroinclusive companies make better decisions 87% of the time, increase innovative problem-solving by 83%, and heighten talent acquisition and retention rates.
- How to integrate neuroinclusion into your organization's ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategy and why it's a crucial step towards comprehensive corporate sustainability.
- Valuable insights from industry experts on overcoming common challenges in implementing neurodiversity initiatives and actionable steps to make a meaningful impact now and in the future.
Hear from experts including:
Supriya Jha
Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at SAP
Supriya, a visionary leader with over 16 years of experience in crafting impactful Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) programs, currently serves as the Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at SAP. Recognized as one of the Top 15 Chief Diversity Officers by DiversityGlobal Magazine, her expertise is rooted in previous roles at Mercer, Merrill Lynch, Credit Suisse, and Nasdaq. Holding a Master's degree in Organizational Psychology from Columbia University and a Post Graduate degree in Communications, Supriya's commitment to social impact is evident through her various accolades, including the Consortium of Urban Professionals Catalyst Award.
Supriya sets the tone for inspiring discussion sharing insights on embracing diversity at every level.
Moran Cerf
Professor of neuroscience and business at Columbia University and the Alfred P. Sloan Professor of screenwriting at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
With nearly 90 academic publications, multiple students and patents, as well as a dedicated following of 10 million, Moran Cerf is an expert in human behavior with a PhD in neuroscience, an MA in Philosophy, and a BSc in Physics. Moran's ability to translate complex findings through talks at TED, TEDx, and other prestigious platforms has led to worldwide recognition. In his work, Prof. Cerf helps individuals and businesses harness current knowledge on the brain to improve their thinking, leadership, personal development, decision-making, and engagement.
As the event moderator, Moran shares insights to support leaders in better understanding the needs of a neurodiverse workforce.
Elizabeth Nieto
Global Head of Equity and Impact at Spotify
As a seasoned inclusion leader, Elizabeth brings extensive experience in shaping inclusive organizational cultures. With previous roles as Amazon’s Global Head of DEI and positions in Diversity & Inclusion, Learning & Development, and Talent Management at MetLife, Marsh, and Citigroup, she has managed global and regional organizations across the US, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and Asia. Committed to supporting untapped talent, Elizabeth has been honored by publications like Crain’s NY and Latino Leaders Magazine for her work.
Elizabeth's expertise in driving equity and impact makes her a valuable voice in our conversation on neurodiversity success.
Evelyn Maria Espinal
Global VP Head of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Unilever
Evelyn's experience spans diverse industries, driving transformative change in Fortune 50 companies worldwide. From Unilever to Verizon, Novartis to Blackrock, she has been at the forefront of fostering inclusive cultures. As a leader in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, Evelyn leads organization-wide initiatives to cultivate environments that are equitable, inclusive, and free from bias and discrimination. Her unwavering belief in the power of diverse perspectives fuels her mission to ensure that every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths.
Her dynamic leadership style and passion for positive change make her a compelling voice in our dialogue.
Sandi Drucker Wright
Director of the Tamer Center for Social Enterprise at Columbia Business School
The Tamer Center for Social Enterprise educates leaders to use business knowledge, entrepreneurial skills, and management tools to address social and environmental challenges. Sandi advises on Tamer Center’s various initiatives that are looking to increase effectiveness or expand reach. She works with industry experts, faculty, community advocates, students, media, and philanthropic groups to build understanding and buy-in, including procuring financial resources.
Hear Sandi's inspiring leadership insights and best practices for neurodiversity inclusion.
Martin McKay
CEO and Founder of Texthelp
As an esteemed inclusion leader, Martin has received multiple accolades for his impact, including EY Entrepreneur of the Year, Ireland. He embarked on Texthelp's journey in 1996 after witnessing his father struggle to communicate following a severe stroke. Today, Texthelp stands as a global inclusive technology powerhouse, empowering individuals of all abilities at all stages of life across the US, UK, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Australia. Committed to supporting the literacy and understanding of one billion people by 2030, Texthelp continues to drive inclusion in both education and the workplace.
Martin shares how businesses can empower and unlock the talent of diverse groups with modern technology.
Theresa Torres
Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer and OMWI Director at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Theresa Torres plays a key role in unifying DE&I efforts at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. With prior experience at Diversity Best Practices, she provided strategic DE&I guidance to companies in the Financial and Technology sectors. Theresa's extensive leadership in DE&I and Talent Acquisition at ADP, Verizon, Lehman Brothers, and Merrill Lynch underscores her commitment to diversity. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Behavior from Concordia College, furthering her ability to drive organizational change.
Discover Theresa's expertise in shaping inclusive cultures and fostering impactful and long-lasting change.
Hiren Shukla
Global Neurodiversity Leader at EY
Hiren Shukla has been pioneering neuroinclusion at EY since 2016. Back then, he pitched the idea of a neurodiversity program to help drive innovation at EY. Today, EY has over 400 full-time neurodivergent employees. Through their Neuro-Diverse Centers of Excellence, EY sources, trains and supports neurodivergent professionals in eight countries. By making sure neurodivergent employees can thrive, they're also benefiting from unique talents that generate key process improvements for their business and for their clients.
Hiren joins our fireside chat to share insights on how to build an effective Neurodiversity Program.
Sarah Loucks
Autism at Work Global Lead at SAP
As a passionate HR leader, Sarah champions building inclusive workplaces where neurodiversity is celebrated. Leveraging her experience in strategic HR, Sarah now leads SAP's successful Autism at Work program, fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive. Her expertise lies in creating scalable and inclusive programs that integrate autistic talent and inspire other organizations to follow suit. With a strong academic background and Master's in Industrial Relations & HR and Bachelor's in Business Administration, Sarah is a valuable voice in our discussion on reshaping neuroinclusion at work.
Gain insights from Sarah at our fireside chat to hear how SAP developed a successful Neurodiversity Program.
Christian Erfurt
Global AI Lead at JA Worldwide & Co-Founder of Be My Eyes
With a passion for building purpose-driven businesses, Christian played a pivotal role in launching Be My Eyes; an app that provides support to blind and low-vision individuals through the assistance of sighted volunteers and companies, utilizing video and AI technology. As a two-time childhood cancer survivor and JA Denmark alumnus, his entrepreneurial and philanthropic efforts have empowered young people, helping them cultivate essential skills like adaptability, positive thinking, and creativity. This background perfectly aligns with his current position as Global AI Lead at JA Worldwide, one of the world's largest and most impactful youth-serving NGOs.
He'll discuss leveraging modern tech to create a more inclusive world through the use of live video and AI.
Who will this session benefit?
C-suite leaders, Directors, and Senior Executives focused on Human Resources and/or Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.