After Dinner Speakers
CEO of Differing Minds | Keynote Speaker
This talk challenges traditional ideas of fairness by examining them through the lens of neurodiversity. Jess Meredith invites audiences to reconsider what equality truly means when cognitive differences are taken into account. She unpacks how ‘fair’ does not always mean ‘the same’—and why equity requires us to embrace, not ignore, our neurological differences.
Blending personal insight with real-world examples, Jess offers a refreshing and inclusive framework for redefining fairness in education, work, and society. Audiences leave with a deeper understanding of how inclusive systems can foster both belonging and excellence.
Dispelling Myths and Stereotypes of ADHD Through My Personal Journey
In this deeply personal and eye-opening session, Jess Meredith dismantles common misconceptions about ADHD. Drawing from her lived experience as an adult-diagnosed neurodivergent and a parent to neurodiverse children, she humanises a condition often misunderstood.
Through storytelling, honesty and humour, Jess sheds light on the realities of ADHD—highlighting both the challenges and strengths. This talk empowers audiences to replace stigma with empathy, and stereotypes with nuanced understanding.
Creating Expert Teams, Not Expert Individuals
Jess Meredith makes a compelling case for rethinking how we define expertise. Instead of seeking one-size-fits-all ‘expert’ individuals, she champions the value of cognitively diverse teams—where collective strengths outperform individual brilliance.
By exploring how different minds contribute unique insights, Jess shows how neuroinclusive environments can unlock innovation, collaboration, and resilience. This talk is ideal for leaders ready to build teams that think differently, work smarter, and thrive together.
Thriving With ADHD as an Expert Generalist
This keynote explores the often-overlooked synergy between ADHD and generalist strengths. Jess Meredith reveals how ADHD can fuel adaptability, curiosity, and broad vision—making it a hidden asset in fast-moving, complex environments.
With relatable examples and practical advice, Jess empowers those with ADHD to reframe their identity as generalists, not “scattered,” but strategic. It’s a powerful reimagining of what success can look like outside traditional specialist roles.
Unlocking and Understanding Sensory Processing
In this engaging talk, Jess Meredith demystifies sensory processing and its profound impact on how neurodivergent individuals experience the world. She explains how sensory needs shape behaviour, wellbeing, and performance in ways we often overlook.
Audiences gain tools to identify and accommodate different sensory profiles—whether in schools, workplaces or public spaces. Jess’s approach is accessible, practical and rooted in empathy, opening the door to more inclusive environments for all.
Breaking Down Barriers or Unfair Advantage? Delving Into the Difference Between Needs and Wants
This session unpacks the nuanced conversation around accommodations and inclusion. Jess Meredith challenges audiences to reconsider whether support measures are “special treatment” or simply a levelling of the playing field.
Through compelling analogies and lived insight, she highlights how distinguishing between needs and wants is key to designing fair and effective environments. The result is a thought-provoking dialogue on bias, assumptions and systemic equity.
Exploring and Embracing Our Different Perspectives Through the Power of Optical Illusions
In this visually captivating talk, Jess Meredith uses optical illusions as a metaphor for neurodiversity. What we see—and how we interpret it—is not always universal. Jess encourages audiences to embrace these perceptual differences as strengths rather than obstacles.
By blending science, storytelling and interactivity, this session invites reflection on how perspective shapes experience. It’s a fresh, fun and memorable way to promote empathy, creativity and inclusion in any setting.
