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Untapped Business Solutions for a Neurodiverse Workforce

Untapped Business Solutions for a Neurodiverse Workforce

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Neurodiverse Individuals make up roughly 20% of the population, representing an incredible, untapped talent pool for our expanding workforce. Join us for an exciting opportunity to learn from our dynamic speakers, who will share powerful strategies and inspiring success stories on recruiting and retaining qualified neurodiverse employees. Don’t miss out on this chance to transform your talent acquisition pool and unlock new potential.

Location:
Lone Star College System
Office The Woodlands
Star of Texas Ballroom

Date: May 30, 2025
Time: 8 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Price: $25.00 per person

Conference Highlights

Gain actionable strategies to recruit and retain neurodiverse talent.
Broaden career pathways and employment opportunities for students.
Network with industry leaders and community partners.
Amplify Lone Star College's commitment to neurodiversity initiatives.

Agenda:

8:00am - 9:00am	Registration, Networking & Breakfast
9:00am - 9:30am	Opening Remarks
9:30am - 10:15am	Neurodiversity as a Business Asset	Jennifer Dantzler, Inspire ND Ernie Dianastasis, The Precisionists, Inc.
10:30am - 11:30am	Neurodiversity: Insight from Industry Leaders Panel	Moderated By: Kelly Baughman, Project Beacon Cody Meredith, YMCA April Callihan, Repsol Chalayne Walters, Zero Latency
11:30am - 12:00pm	Lunch
12:00pm - 1:15pm	Behind The Scenes: Neurodiversity Perspectives on Work Life Panel	Moderated By: Elizabeth Logue, LSC Kent Clingerman, Harris County McKenna Lee, LSC lifePATH Matthew Hanna, LSC lifePATH Armando Bernal, Autism International Consulting
1:15 pm – 1:30 pm	Closing Remarks

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LSC employees may register by invitation only.

Guest Speakers

	Jennifer Dantzler *Founder & Executive Director, Inspire ND, Inc.*
	Ernie Dianastasis, Founder & CEO, The Precisionists, Inc.
	Kelly Baughman Executive Director, Project Beacon Texas Founder, Beyond Next Leadership
	Cody Meredith District Executive Director, YMCA of Greater Houston
	April Calihan HR Business Partner, Repsol Services Company
	Chalayne Walters, Zero Latency Co-Owner, Zero Latency Houston
	Kent Clingerman, Harris County Community Engagement Coordinator, Harris County Precinct 3
	Elizabeth Logue, LSC Internship Manager, lifePATH Program, Lone Star College–Montgomery
	McKenna Lee, LSC lifePATH Student, Lone Star College – Montgomery
	Matthew Hanna, LSC lifePATH Neurodiversity Advocate & lifePATH Alumnus
	Armando Bernal, Autism International Consulting Board Certified Behavior Analyst & Founder, Autism International Consulting, PLLC

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