auticon US

Happy holidays from our team across the country! We came together for our virtual holiday party, which included a fun scavenger hunt, a gourmet hot chocolate demonstration, and of course some "ugly" sweaters!

As a remote team, we appreciate every opportunity we have to get together in person! This year we had a painting party in Los Angeles, brunch in Salt Lake City, pizza dinner in Columbus, and meetups in Chicago, NYC and more! #RemoteTeams #TeamBuilding #NeurodiversityAtWork

As the holidays approach, many teams use this time for professional development and reflection. Our CPD-certified #Neurodiversity eLearning course is a meaningful way to meet year-end training goals and prepare for a more inclusive workplace in 2025. Complete the course and head into the new year NeuroAware! Learn more and contact us to sign up: https://buff.ly/3LiNyZi #CPD #ProfessionalDevelopment #eLearning #InclusionTraining

This year we took a huge step forward for #AutismAtWork by launching the auticon Training Institute. While auticon employs autistic tech professionals with previous training and experience, ATI helps bridge the gap for other autistic adults who want to pursue tech careers but need help getting started. ATI provides free training, paid internships, and mentorship/networking opportunities to help autistic adults build the skills and confidence they need to land the first tech role. The first cohort of trainees has completed their training and is currently interning at Regeneron. We invite other companies to join ATI as internship partners! It's a great way to build a diverse, innovative talent pipeline while supporting career development for autistic adults. Learn more: https://buff.ly/4e59JON #Nonprofit #TechTraining #TechInternships

This year, we were proud to be part of a groundbreaking moment for employment social enterprises in California. Through the California Regional Initiative for Social Enterprise (CA RISE), we’ve had the opportunity to access essential resources and partnerships that will expand our ability to create meaningful tech careers for autistic adults across the state. Programs like CA Rise connect employment social enterprises (ESEs) to essential resources and partners, expanding opportunities for those often overlooked by traditional workforce systems. And when ESEs succeed, they create a ripple effect that benefits communities, opening doors to stability, economic mobility, and possibility! A big thank you to the Office of California Governor Gavin Newsom for approving the nation's first statewide investment in ESEs, REDF, the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), and Lendistry. Together, we're building an economy that works for everyone. #CARISE #EmploymentSocialEnterprise #CommunityImpact #JobCreation

#NeurodiversityAtWork supports #innovation, and our team proved that this year! We're super proud of the applications that our autistic tech team created to enhance our inclusive recruitment process and work environment. Applicant Tracking System (ATS): A custom-built system that gives our team deeper insights to support thoughtful and inclusive hiring decisions. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3T825eF Support Spectrum: This integrated ATS feature helps us provide more personalized and effective support for our autistic team members and the client teams they work for. Learn more: https://buff.ly/4d0x57z ñima: Leveraging ñima, a proprietary software application developed by our autistic-led global innovation lab, we help companies assess and advance their neuroinclusion efforts worldwide. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3D7j8IA These innovations highlight the power of neurodivergent talent to shape more inclusive and impactful solutions in the workplace!

There’s still time to accomplish your end-of-year goals and set the stage for an inclusive 2025. Our CPD-certified Foundations of Neurodiversity eLearning course makes it easy to take action for neuroinclusion. In just one hour and for $99, you’ll gain: -Practical tools to support neurodivergent colleagues -A NeuroAware accreditation -A LinkedIn badge to showcase your commitment to inclusion Many participants use professional development or L&D budgets/ stipends to cover the cost, and group discounts are available for teams. Finish the year strong and start 2025 with confidence. Learn more and sign up here: https://buff.ly/3LiNyZi #Neurodiversity #Inclusion #ProfessionalDevelopment

2024 was a great year for #neuroinclusion in the news! Thank you to all of the outlets who highlighted the experience of autistic workers and what employers can do to be more neuroinclusive. Here are some of our favorite stories: Richard Branson, a longtime auticon investor and supporter, wrote on the Virgin blog about how neurodivergent thinkers can close the skills gap: https://buff.ly/3UkgLqQ SHRM covered the importance of professional development opportunities for autistic employees: https://buff.ly/4g5bzks TriplePundit explored how #neurodivergent workers and business can thrive together with the right support: https://buff.ly/3R7vVyV TechBuzz News shared the launch of our new nonprofit, auticon Training Institute, that helps autistic adults launch their tech careers: https://buff.ly/3A8EILI We also have a couple of big stories in the works now that we can't wait to share with you!

In March, we welcomed Vance Checketts as our new CEO. Since then, Vance has expanded our partnerships, educated HR & tech leaders on #NeurodiversityAtWork, led the launch of our nonprofit auticon Training Institute, and received two awards from Utah Business on behalf of auticon. Vance has also made a point of spending time with our remote teams across the country, from a painting party in Los Angeles to brunch in Salt Lake City and pizza in Columbus. We greatly value these opportunities for in-person interactions with him and our colleagues! We thank Vance for his leadership and look forward to another great year of building careers for autistic tech professionals and helping companies embrace #neuroinclusion. #Leadership #TeamBuilding #SocialImpact

A major highlight of 2024 was the launch of our first eLearning Course, "Foundations of Neurodiversity." In just an hour, participants can learn the basics of supporting neurodivergent colleagues--and earn a NeuroAware accreditation & badge. Whether you're looking to advance your professional development, be an advocate for neurodiversity in your workplace, or begin your company's journey to neuroinclusion, "Foundations of Neurodiversity" is a great place to start. Visit our site for more information on the course, and contact us to purchase an individual license or a discounted corporate package: https://buff.ly/3LiNyZi #ProfessionalDevelopment #CPD #eLearning #Neurodiversity