Aisling Smith is a globally recognised leader in neurodiversity advocacy, celebrated for her innovative approach to fostering inclusion and empowering neurodivergent individuals. As the 2024 Neurodiversity Trainer of the Year, a 40 Under 40 Business Elite Honouree, and recipient of the Silver Stevie Award for Social Change in Disability, Aisling combines her personal journey and professional expertise to revolutionise workplaces and inspire change.

A late-diagnosed autistic woman with ADHD, Aisling Smith leverages her lived experience and over a decade of professional expertise to champion neuro-inclusion across industries. As an international speaker, best-selling author, and sought-after consultant, she has inspired thousands through her work with global organisations, helping them implement sustainable neuro-inclusive strategies, rewrite policies, and foster thriving, diverse workplaces.

Aisling’s pioneering 7-pillar diversity and inclusion training program has become a benchmark for organisations aiming to unlock the full potential of their neurodivergent teams. Her efforts extend beyond the workplace, with initiatives like The New to Neurodiversity Club, a transformative community supporting late-diagnosed professional women with autism and ADHD, providing tailored resources, coaching, and empowerment.

Her unique expertise is enriched by a career spanning over 15 years in psychology, advertising, event production, and business. Combining her professional background with groundbreaking neuroscience techniques, Aisling delivers engaging, actionable presentations that challenge biases and inspire transformative change.

Speaking Topics:

• Building Neuro-Inclusive Workplaces — Practical strategies to create environments where neurodivergent employees thrive.
• Empowering Neurodivergent Leaders — Unlock the potential of diverse leadership in your organisation.
• The Business Case for Neurodiversity — How inclusion drives innovation, collaboration, and performance.
• Breaking Biases: Celebrating Neurodiversity — Shift perspectives and foster understanding through actionable insights.

Why Attend Aisling Smith’s Talk? Aisling Smith brings an unparalleled blend of personal authenticity, professional insight, and actionable strategies to her talks. Her ability to connect deeply with her audience ensures that attendees leave inspired and equipped to make meaningful changes. Whether through her engaging storytelling, practical tools, or fast-paced wit, Aisling creates a transformative experience that drives understanding, collaboration, and innovation.

Aisling’s mission is clear: to impact over a million lives by making neurodiversity a celebrated and normalised aspect of human diversity worldwide. Her accolades and achievements underscore her dedication to breaking biases and fostering inclusion, making her an indispensable voice for organisations committed to innovation and empowerment.