Dara Khosrowhahi

Dara Khosrowshahi, the CEO of Uber, has emerged as a leading advocate for diversity and inclusion, making significant strides in reshaping corporate culture to be more welcoming for neurodivergent individuals. Under his leadership, Uber has launched a range of recruitment programs aimed at increasing representation among underrepresented groups and has fostered an environment where diverse perspectives are celebrated.

 

Khosrowshahi believes that inclusion isn't just an ethical imperative—it drives innovation and growth, and is essential for a company that operates in hundreds of cities worldwide. He has implemented decentralized decision-making policies, promotes employee empowerment through mentorship programs, and regularly engages with the workforce through open communication and transparency initiatives.

 

Beyond Uber, Khosrowshahi and his family actively support autism awareness through the Autism Partnership Foundation, where his wife serves as a board member. As a speaker at the Foundation’s annual conference, he has shared the importance of individualized, non-formulaic care for autistic children, emphasizing the extraordinary outcomes achievable with commitment and evidence-based practices.

 

His advocacy extends beyond public speaking; by championing neurodiversity in both the workplace and the broader community, Khosrowshahi demonstrates how business leaders can catalyze meaningful change, making it possible for neurodivergent individuals and their families to thrive at home, in the workplace, and in society at large.