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I’ve had the privilege of facilitating neurodiversity sessions with incredible teams, including Pet Circle and Endeavour Energy, and it’s been inspiring to witness the openness, curiosity, and commitment to inclusion. At Pet Circle, team members shared their lived experiences of being neurodivergent — the challenges they face, the strengths they bring, and the everyday realities that help all of us understand and support one another.

Alongside Brooke Fogarty, I also co-led the first step in Pet Circle’s neurodiversity education roadmap, ‘Starting the Conversation.’ The session gave the team space to deepen their understanding of neurodiversity, hear authentic stories, and take away practical strategies to foster inclusion and psychological safety in everyday interactions.

Working with Endeavour Energy was an absolute pleasure. Joanne McManus shared:
“I would like to extend my sincere thanks to Sam and Brooke for their wonderful collaboration in bringing our Neurodiversity sessions to life. Their professionalism, insight, and commitment to creating inclusive learning experiences have been so helpful in shaping meaningful conversations across the organisation. Both Sam and Brooke have been thoughtful in their approach, responsive to feedback, and consistently focused on delivering outcomes that meet us where we are at. Thank you both for your dedication and partnership.”

Inclusion isn’t a destination — it’s a journey. With around 1 in 7 people being neurodivergent, creating workplaces where people feel understood and supported is vital. I’m grateful to all the teams I’ve worked with for their openness and thoughtfulness, and I’m excited to see how these conversations continue to shape more inclusive, empathetic workplaces.