Stoughton, MA, and livestream option, May 13th, 2026, with the League School of Walpole, MA. Registration deadline is May 8th. The Neurodiversity Employment Symposium, where a gathering of speakers and panelists will discuss how to increase employment, develop opportunities, and provide consultation for neurodivergent members of our community.
* This year’s theme is Stop Leaving Talent on the Table: Neurodivergent Hiring Because the Workforce You’ve Overlooked Might be your Greatest Competitive Advantage.
Speakers Include:
- Elyse Forbush, Run the Gamut, Director of Employment and Community Development
- Kristine Biagiotti-Bridges, Dell Technologies, True Ability ERG North American Lead
- Lisa Drennan, MERGE Inclusion Consulting, Founder
- Herb Carbral, Cabral Neurodiversity Services, Advocate|Collaborator|Facilitator
- Rick Marchand, Affordable Interior Systems (AIS), Radiance Program
Panelists Include:
- Adam Belmore, Arc of Greater Brockton. Director of Employment Services
- Kristine Biagiotti-Bridges, Dell Technologies, True Ability ERG North American Lead
- Herb Carbral, Cabral Neurodiversity Services, Advocate|Collaborator|Facilitator
Agenda:
• 9:30-10:00 AM Vendor Reception & Networking
• 10:10-11:00 AM From Barriers to Bridges: Designing Inclusive Hiring Practices
• 11:00-11:50 AM Unlocking Talent: Why Hiring Neurodivergent Professionals Works
• 12:10-1:10 PM Panel Discussion
• 1:15-2:15 PM Breakout Sessions
Inclusion Strategies to Support Neurodivergent Individuals
Technology Supports in the Workplace – Assistive Technology & More
Fees apply, Registration is required
