We’re excited to announce that Neil Barnett, Director of Accessibility at Microsoft and a trailblazer in inclusive hiring, has joined the speaker lineup for “Inspiration from Innovators – Embracing Neurodiverse Talent at Work“, taking place online on April 30, 2025. This must-attend virtual conference, hosted by NeurodiverseWorx.com (NeurodiverseWorx 2025), brings together professionals, employers, and advocates passionate about building inclusive workplaces.
Barnett will share insights in his talk titled “Breaking Barriers: Building an Accessible and Dynamic Workplace for Neurodiverse Talent.” Known for helping develop Microsoft’s Neurodiversity Hiring Program, Barnett also leads the Neurodiversity @ Work Employer Roundtable, offering tools and resources like Disability:IN’s Neurodiversity Career Connector to organizations committed to making real change.
“We are thrilled to have Neil speaking at NeurodiverseWorx 2025,” says Hope Kandel Richardson, Executive Producer of the event for LearningTimes. “His expertise will add incredible value to an already packed day of success stories, strategies, and innovations that support neurodiverse talent at work.
Meet the Full Lineup of NeurodiverseWorx Speakers
NeurodiverseWorx 2025 is more than a conference – it’s a catalyst for change. Attendees will hear from 15+ speakers representing a wide range of industries, all sharing actionable strategies for inclusive hiring, retention, and team building.
Featured speakers include:
- Danny Combs, Director, Colorado Disability Opportunity Office & Co-Founder, Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce
- Rajesh Anandan, Co-Founder and CEO, Ultranauts
- Thomas D’eri, Co-Founder and COO, Rising Tide Car Wash
- Tara M.P. Havlicek, Program Manager, Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation
- Mike Bastine, Board Member, The Uniquely Abled Project
- Christopher Horning and Robin Kacyn, Senior Analyst & Director of Inclusion, Aspiritech
- Sam Morris, CEO, Blue Star Recyclers
- Emily Iland, Author, Advocate & Educator
- Sem Martinez, Production Manager, Classic Wire Cut
- Ivan Rosenberg, Founder, The Uniquely Abled Project
- Melanie Whetzel, Principal Consultant, Job Accommodation Network
- Tom Iland, Owner, Come to Life Coaching
With sessions designed for HR leaders, educators, hiring managers, DEI professionals, and neurodiverse job seekers, the day is filled with opportunities to learn, connect, and grow.
Why Attend NeurodiverseWorx 2025?
This virtual event offers a fully accessible and engaging platform for learning from real-world examples of inclusive hiring and workplace design. Whether you’re looking to start a neurodiversity hiring initiative, improve accommodations, or support neurodiverse employees more effectively, this is the conference to attend.
📅 Date: April 30, 2025
💻 Location: Online
💲 Tickets: $79 for individuals, group rates available
🎟️ Register now at NeurodiverseWorx.com
