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About the Event
Did you know that 15-20% of your employees are likely to be neurodivergent? Neurodivergent individuals often possess unique skills critical to your organisation’s success, including creativity, problem-solving, analytical thinking, and integrity. However, many organisations are still struggling to fully leverage these talents due to a lack of awareness in just how much value HR teams can bring to the table in supporting their neurodivergent employees.
As awareness of neurodiversity grows (60% of organisations now say they are prioritising neuro-inclusion) the need for practical, actionable strategies is more important than ever. Despite this focus, only 38% of employees say their organisation provides meaningful support to neurodivergent individuals, and just half feel comfortable asking for support (CIPD, 2024).
For this exclusive event, Rachel Potter, Consulting Business Psychologist at Lexxic, will be joined by:
Steven Beattie, Chief People Officer at Lexxic
Mel Francis, Chartered FCIPD, Founder of Neuroinclusive HR and Director of Neurodiversity at Work for Do-IT Solutions
Together, they will be engaging in discussion to help HR professionals understand the practical steps they can take to build a neuro-inclusive workplace that not only supports neurodivergent talent but also creates a more productive, harmonious, and high-performing environment for all employees.
Why should HR Professionals attend?
HR professionals often face challenges in supporting diverse teams while maintaining high performance and employee wellbeing.
This panel discussion will demonstrate how organisations can implement targeted adjustments to help neurodivergent employees thrive, empower managers to lead high-performing teams with confidence, and support HR professionals by streamlining processes and fostering a more engaged, supported and motivated workforce.
Our panellists have extensive lived-experience and professional expertise which will mean that you get to hear real-life examples of successful practices being implemented in the workplace today, along with key challenges faced with take-away practical solutions.
There will be some time set aside for questions towards the end.
Please note, we use Slido in parts throughout our webinars to allow for audience participation. Our event host will provide clear instructions on how to participate, but there is absolutely no pressure to engage if you do not wish to. You will be able to access the Slido questions by using the camera on your phone to scan a QR code which the presenter will share with you, or by visiting www.slido.com and entering a code that the presenter will share with you.
Meet our panellists:
Rachel Potter
Consulting Business Psychologist at Lexxic
Rachel Potter BSc (Hons), MSc, GMBPsS is a Senior Business Psychologist at Lexxic. She has worked in the neurodiversity sector for over three years and has a wealth of experience in working with teams and organisations to enhance their awareness and understanding of neurodiversity as well as providing 1-2-1 support for individuals including delivering assessments and coaching. She now also works as a consultant, delivers webinars and interactive workshops and is passionate about supporting organisations on their journey to neuro-inclusion.
Steven Beattie
Chief People Officer at Lexxic
Steven Beattie is a highly experienced HR leader with 20 years in operational management, people leadership, and HR. As CPO at Lexxic, he brings unique insights into the tangible benefits of creating neuro-inclusive workplaces that enable businesses and their people to thrive. Steven has worked with global organisations in tech, retail, and life sciences, as well as SMEs in professional services and hospitality, giving him a deep understanding of the distinct challenges HR teams face in both large and small organisations. Passionate about empowering leaders to deliver exceptional people experiences, he champions human-centric workplaces that drive sustainable success for organisations and their people.
Mel Francis
Founder of Neuroinclusive HR & Director of Neurodiversity at Work for Do-IT Solutions, Chartered FCIPD
Mel Francis, Chartered FCIPD, is a leading authority in neuro-inclusive HR, serving as the Director of Neurodiversity at Work for Do-IT Solutions Ltd. With over 25 years of experience in the public, private, and non-profit sectors, Mel is uniquely equipped to help organisations transform their people practices to fully embrace neurodiverse talent Mel’s work is a powerful blend of her deep HR expertise and unwavering commitment to neurodiversity, making her an invaluable partner for organisations aiming to lead in inclusivity throughout the entire employee lifecycle.