2025
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Christain Klein, CEO, SAP
He said "We’re better and stronger when we’re different. Neurodiversity drives innovation, strengthens teams, and creates a more enriching work experience for everyone."
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Charles Schwab, Founder
Even though he was not diagnosed until he was 40, he credits dyslexia with helping to develop strong visual and conceptual thinking skills.
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Satya Nadella, CEO, Microsoft
To create a culture that respects different perspectives, he coined the phrase, "be a learn-it-all, not a know-it-all."
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Bob Wright, Former CEO, NBC
Bob and his wife co-founded Autism Speaks, a world leading science and advocacy group.
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Kristin Lemkau, CEO, JP Morgan Wealth Mananagement
She helps talent reach their full leadership potential by encouraging them to think different and get out of their comfort zone.
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Daniel Lamarre, Former CEO Cirque du Soleil
He scours the planet to find the most creative and unique performers – who think and act different. Listen to our interview with Daniel.
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Richard Ditizio, CEO, Milken Global Institute
He brings together hundreds of CEOs and thought leaders, every year at the Milken Conference, to solve some of the world's most important challenges. Listen to our conversation with Rich.
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Joe Ucuzoglu, CEO, Deloitte
He believes embracing neurodiversity drives innovation by bringing together diverse cognitive approaches.
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Arvind Krishna, CEO, IBM
He has turned cognitive differences into a global innovation engine at IBM.
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David Neeleman, Founder, Jetblue
His personal experience with ADHD helped him reflect and create a culture of disruption at Jetblue.
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Dara Khosrowhahi, CEO, Uber
He has instituionalized an innovative culture at Uber that values curiosity and openness to new ideas.
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Bill Gates, Founder, Microsoft
He has stated that if he were growing up today, he would likely be diagnosed with autism.
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Tim Brown, Former CEO, IDEO
He revolutionized business countless businesses by popularizing design thinking and bringing it into the mainstream. Listen to our conversation with Tim.
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Aman Bhutani, CEO, GoDaddy
He fueled growth at GoDaddy by honoring everyones' unique gifts and cognitive styles. Listen to our conversation with Aman.
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​Larry Connor, CEO, Connor Group
Father of a neurodiverse son, and built a multi-billion-dollar real estate firm by hiring people outside of the real estate industry for their unique perspectives. Listen to our conversation with Larry.
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Ed Catmul, co-founder, Pixar
Instead of seeing his aphantasia as a hindrance, Catmull realized it meant creative people find different routes to success. Listen to our conversation with Ed.
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Stanley Bergman, CEO, Henry Schein
Spoke passionately at the World Economic Forum about 'leading differently' and the neurodiverse advantage.
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Aras Sheikhi, Janus
Founded Janus Innovation Hub to level the playing field for immigrant and neurodiverse founders.
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Richard Branson, Founder, Virgin
He views his neurodivergence – ADHD and dyslexia – as a gift that helped him focus his skills and learn to delegate effectively.
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Amanda Lukoff, CEO, Eleplan
She is revolutionizing the way technolgoy can make life better for caregivers and loved ones. Listen to our conversation with Amanda.
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Chris Johnson, CEO, Bluebird Kids Health
His startup is making sure parents have pediatric care for their children – regardless of where they live. Listen to our conversation with Chris.
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Neil Hattangadi, CEO, Cortica
He and his wife are revolutionizing care for autistic children.
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Hari Srinivasan, PhD Student
A groundbreaking autistic self-advocate, scientist, writer, and leader who is shaping the future of neurodiversity.
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Michael Paul, CEO, MaraBio
His company is making it possible for pregnant mothers to detect autism with a simple blood test.