Boulder County Neurodivergent Business Edge: A Growth Series for Professionals & Entrepreneurs

This series was created specifically for neurodivergent professionals and entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. We understand the unique challenges that neurodivergent individuals face in the business world. These challenges, when addressed with the right resources and strategies, can be transformed into incredible strengths. That’s why we’ve developed this 4-week workshop series to provide the tools, support, and community that neurodivergent professionals and entrepreneurs need to thrive.

This series will provide you with the strategies you need to take your business to the next level—without burnout. With guidance on advanced communication, marketing, financial management, and work-life integration, you will gain the confidence and skills necessary to ensure long-term success

Session 4: October 24, 2025 - Self-Advocacy, Burnout Prevention & Sustainable Growth

Time: 9:00AM - 10:30AM

Location: Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road, Superior, CO 80027)

Creating systems to avoid burnout and promote long-term business success

• Recognizing the signs of burnout and strategies to prevent it

• Setting boundaries and defining the customer relationship

• Building a business model that allows for sustainable, long-term growth

Cost to Attend: Early Bird Pricing (by September 26)

Superior Chamber or Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber Members: $75 Full Series / $35 Per Session

Non-Members: $175 Full Series / $60 Per Session

This Training Series is made possible through a Boulder County Economic Development grant awarded to the Superior Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce.

Boulder County Neurodivergent Business Edge: A Growth Series for Professionals & Entrepreneurs

This series was created specifically for neurodivergent professionals and entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. We understand the unique challenges that neurodivergent individuals face in the business world. These challenges, when addressed with the right resources and strategies, can be transformed into incredible strengths. That’s why we’ve developed this 4-week workshop series to provide the tools, support, and community that neurodivergent professionals and entrepreneurs need to thrive.

This series will provide you with the strategies you need to take your business to the next level—without burnout. With guidance on advanced communication, marketing, financial management, and work-life integration, you will gain the confidence and skills necessary to ensure long-term success

Session 3: October 17, 2025 - Financial & Business Management for Professionals and Entrepreneurs

Time: 9:00AM - 10:30AM

Location: Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road, Superior, CO 80027)

Simplifying financial decisions, budgeting, and building business structures

• Understanding financial basics and how to make informed decisions

• Streamlining financial management for clarity and ease

• Building efficient business systems and structures for better operations

Cost to Attend: Early Bird Pricing (by September 26)

Superior Chamber or Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber Members: $75 Full Series / $35 Per Session

Non-Members: $175 Full Series / $60 Per Session

This Training Series is made possible through a Boulder County Economic Development grant awarded to the Superior Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce.

Jefferson County Neurodiversity Mingle

Tuesday, October 14th | 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Hosted by Jack’s Bar & Grill

Join Us for an Evening of Connections and Community Building! Whether you're a young professional, seasoned leader, entrepreneur, or ally—you’re welcome here.

Accessibility Features: Earplugs are available for sensory comfort and a dedicated sensory area for those who need a quiet space.

Parking: Free Parking Available

Cost: Free for CNDCC Members / $10 Non-Members

Boulder County Neurodivergent Business Edge: A Growth Series for Professionals & Entrepreneurs

This series was created specifically for neurodivergent professionals and entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. We understand the unique challenges that neurodivergent individuals face in the business world. These challenges, when addressed with the right resources and strategies, can be transformed into incredible strengths. That’s why we’ve developed this 4-week workshop series to provide the tools, support, and community that neurodivergent professionals and entrepreneurs need to thrive.

This series will provide you with the strategies you need to take your business to the next level—without burnout. With guidance on advanced communication, marketing, financial management, and work-life integration, you will gain the confidence and skills necessary to ensure long-term success

Session 2: October 10, 2025 - Executive Functioning & Productivity Hacks

Time: 9:00AM - 10:30AM

Location: Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road, Superior, CO 80027)

Design Systems to Support Executive Function and Work the Way You’re Wired

• Explore tools and techniques to manage time, tasks, and energy more effectively

• Learn strategies to increase consistency and stay in your zone of genius

• Discover methods for breaking down tasks into manageable steps

• Understand how to align time management systems with your individual strengths

• Gain tools to overcome common executive functioning challenges in business

Cost to Attend: Early Bird Pricing (by September 26)

Superior Chamber or Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber Members: $75 Full Series / $35 Per Session

Non-Members: $175 Full Series / $60 Per Session

This Training Series is made possible through a Boulder County Economic Development grant awarded to the Superior Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce.

The Power of Unmasking: Living and Leading Authentically — Creating Success on Your Terms

Speaker: Mandy Casteel-Denney, Blue Tulip Inclusive Education

Overview:

Entrepreneurship often pushes us to wear masks—projecting constant confidence, downplaying our differences, or following models of success that don’t actually fit who we are. The cost? Burnout, disconnection, and businesses that feel out of alignment. In this talk, we’ll explore the first three steps to reclaiming your authentic power as an entrepreneur: recognizing the masks you wear in business, identifying your Authenticity Anchors—the values and practices that keep you aligned—and finding safe spaces where you can begin to unmask.

These practices don’t just restore your energy and clarity—they become your business advantage, helping you build trust, attract the right opportunities, and create success that feels true to you.

Cost: Free for CNDCC Members  /  $35 for Non-Members.

Members, RSVP at info@cndcc.org

*Zoom link will be shared with all registrants 48 hours prior to the event. Please mark your calendar.

Boulder County Neurodivergent Business Edge: A Growth Series for Professionals & Entrepreneurs

This series was created specifically for neurodivergent professionals and entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. We understand the unique challenges that neurodivergent individuals face in the business world. These challenges, when addressed with the right resources and strategies, can be transformed into incredible strengths. That’s why we’ve developed this 4-week workshop series to provide the tools, support, and community that neurodivergent professionals and entrepreneurs need to thrive.

This series will provide you with the strategies you need to take your business to the next level—without burnout. With guidance on advanced communication, marketing, financial management, and work-life integration, you will gain the confidence and skills necessary to ensure long-term success

Session 1: October 3, 2025 - Communication, Networking, & Relationship Building

Time: 9:00AM - 10:30AM

Location: Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road, Superior, CO 80027)

Developing strategies for effective communication and networking in business

• Tailoring communication methods to align with your intended audience

• Building and maintaining meaningful professional relationships

• Effective networking

Cost to Attend: Early Bird Pricing (by September 26)

Superior Chamber or Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber Members: $75 Full Series / $35 Per Session

Non-Members: $175 Full Series / $60 Per Session

This Training Series is made possible through a Boulder County Economic Development grant awarded to the Superior Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce.

Neurodiversity Impact & Insights Luncheon

Wednesday, October 1st | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Held at the Denver Zoo

The Neurodiversity Impact & Insights Luncheon is a powerful gathering of business leaders, changemakers, and advocates committed to building a more inclusive and innovative economy. This year’s program features a dynamic conversation on the State of Neurodiversity in Colorado—exploring the current landscape, emerging trends, the future of neurodiverse leadership, and workplace inclusion.

Schedule:

12:00PM Networking

12:30PM Opening Remarks

12:40PM Chamber Impact Presentation

1:00PM Neurodiversity Insights Panel

1:55PM Closing Remarks

Accessibility Features: Earplugs are available for sensory comfort and a dedicated sensory area for those who need a quiet space.

Parking: Free Parking Available

Early Bird Pricing until August 30th: $50 CNDCC Members / $75 Non-Members

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE

Neurodiversity 101 - What every business needs to know.

Presented by: Dr. Amanda Kelly, Co-Founder of Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce, CEO of Firefly Autism

Friday, September 26, 2025

Time: 9:00AM - 10:30AM

Location: Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road, Superior, CO 80027)

Neurodiversity 101 is offered to individuals and businesses in Boulder County. This program covers the essentials of understanding neurodiversity, the importance of language, practical advice, and what businesses need to know about inclusive onboarding, hiring, and retention.

This offering is brought to Boulder County by the Superior Chamber of Commerce and facilitated by the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce.

No Cost to Attend | Registration Required

AI for Neurodivergent Brains: Everyday AI — Tools for Focus, Planning & Communication

Speaker: Andrea Rivera, a proud neurodivergent leader, CEO, North Texas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Founder, United Strategies Virtual Marketing

Overview:

This month’s Lunchtime Lecture is a joint event with the Greater North Texas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and we couldn’t be more excited.

AI isn’t just for techies—it can be a powerful ally for neurodivergent thinkers.

In this session, we’ll explore AI tools that support task management, scheduling, writing, and communication, often sticking points for neurodivergent professionals. Learn how to use AI to draft emails, organize your to-do list, manage your calendar, and break large tasks into manageable steps. We'll focus on tools that are accessible, easy to integrate, and designed to reduce cognitive load.

Cost: Free for CNDCC/GNTHCC Members  /  $35 for Non-Members.

*Zoom link will be shared with all registrants 48 hours prior to the event. Please mark your calendar.

Boulder & Broomfield Neurodiversity Mingle

Tuesday, September 9th | 5:00 – 6:30 PM
Hosted by We Rock the Spectrum - Denver NorthWest

Join Us for an Evening of Connections and Community Building!

Explore our Open House for Providers, where you can connect with local experts in ABA, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, and special needs education—all in one place.

Enjoy:

• Food by Infinitus Pie Pizza

• Beverages including Wine

• A chance to meet new people, network, and unwind

Whether you're a young professional, seasoned leader, entrepreneur, or ally—you’re welcome here.

Accessibility Features: Earplugs are available for sensory comfort and a dedicated sensory area for those who need a quiet space.

Parking: Free Parking Available

Cost: $10 CNDCC Members / $20 Non-Members

Neurodiversity 101 - What every business needs to know.

8:30AM - 10:00AM

Zoom

We offer Neurodiversity 101 quarterly. This series covers the essentials of understanding neurodiversity, the importance of language, practical advice, and what businesses need to know about inclusive onboarding, hiring, and retention.

Presented by: Danny Combs, Co-Founder of Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce

Cost: Free to CNDCC Members / $35 for Non-Members

Join us via Zoom for this engaging series.

All remote events are recorded. By registering, you are agreeing to attend a recorded event.

NOTE: Once you register, CNDCC has your registrant information. Approximately a week before the event and in the days leading up to it, a CNDCC representative will contact you with details on joining the event remotely. If you have any questions, please feel free to email info@cndcc.org.

Neurodivergent Business Edge: A Growth Series for Entrepreneurs was created specifically for neurodivergent entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. We understand the unique challenges that neurodivergent individuals face in the business world. These challenges, when addressed with the right resources and strategies, can be transformed into incredible strengths. That’s why we’ve developed this 5-week workshop series to provide the tools, support, and community that neurodivergent entrepreneurs need to thrive.

Part 2: In Part 2, we build on the foundation created in Part 1 and focus on scaling and expanding your business. This section will provide you with the strategies you need to take your business to the next level—without burnout. With guidance on advanced communication, marketing, financial management, and work-life integration, you will gain the confidence and skills necessary to ensure long-term success

Session 3: Aug 26th - Visibility, Branding & Marketing Strategies for ND Entrepreneurs

Building an authentic brand that works for you

• Understanding the Goals of Marketing

• Creating your Customer Avatar

• Finding marketing strategies that align with neurodivergent strengths

• Social media and content creation without burnout

• Storytelling and personal branding for impact

• Strategies for increasing visibility

Neurodivergent Business Edge: A Growth Series for Entrepreneurs was created specifically for neurodivergent entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. We understand the unique challenges that neurodivergent individuals face in the business world. These challenges, when addressed with the right resources and strategies, can be transformed into incredible strengths. That’s why we’ve developed this 5-week workshop series to provide the tools, support, and community that neurodivergent entrepreneurs need to thrive.

Part 2: In Part 2, we build on the foundation created in Part 1 and focus on scaling and expanding your business. This section will provide you with the strategies you need to take your business to the next level—without burnout. With guidance on advanced communication, marketing, financial management, and work-life integration, you will gain the confidence and skills necessary to ensure long-term success

Session 2: Aug 19th - Advanced Communication & Negotiation for ND Professionals

Mastering high-stakes conversations and self-advocacy

• Building rapport and establishing trust with clients, partners, and investors

• Strategies for handling difficult or emotional conversations with confidence and clarity

• Setting boundaries effectively

• Self-advocacy in professional and business settings

• Handling rejection or pushback with resilience

Accommodations vs. Universal Design: What’s the Difference?

Speaker: Kate Broeking, ThynkStack

Inclusion isn’t just about making exceptions—it’s about designing environments where everyone can thrive. This workshop unpacks the important differences between accommodations, which are often individualized and reactive, and universal design, which is proactive and inclusive by default.

Participants will explore how accommodations serve essential, immediate needs, while universal design builds systems, spaces, and practices that naturally support a wide range of abilities from the start. Through real-world examples and interactive discussion, we’ll examine how shifting toward a universal design mindset can reduce stigma, increase accessibility, and create better outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and the broader community.

Whether you're a business leader, educator, HR professional, or advocate, this session will leave you with a deeper understanding of how to build inclusive environments that work better—for everyone.

Cost: Free for CNDCC Members  /  $35 for Non-Members.

*Zoom link will be shared with all registrants 48 hours prior to the event. Please mark your calendar.

Join Our Colorado Neurodivergent Young Professionals Orientation!

You're not alone. Whether you’re job hunting, navigating your first role, or trying to stay organized—CNDCC’s Young Professionals Membership is here for YOU!

Get access to virtual training, in-person events, career tools, and a peer community that truly understands neurodivergent challenges and strengths. This membership level is designed for college students and young professionals aged 18-30. Annual membership is just $30.

Want to learn more?
Join our upcoming Young Professionals Orientation and find out how to get involved!

*Zoom link will be shared with all registrants 48 hours prior to the event. Please mark your calendar.

Convening STATE AGENCIES to unify services in Colorado.

Hybrid Meeting Option

Join us for our third Colorado Disability & Employment Collaborative, hosted by the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce and the Colorado Office of Employment First!

Our continued efforts brought together almost double the previous attendees! The ability to discuss shared strengths and challenges across multiple agencies, to network with like-minded individuals, and to create a positive path forward for all makes us even more excited for our next gathering.

Here are a few goals from our previous group conversations:

• Gain consistency, become more proactive, and harness our statewide collective voice.

• Put a focus on training– from chambers to employers to employees

• Create a universal vocabulary across agencies

To keep the ball rolling and in celebration of Disability Pride Month, our next event will be held both in-person & virtually on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Thank you to our host TACT for providing us a space to collaborate.

Our Next Meeting Focus

Diving deeper into the biggest takeaways from our previous event:  

• Consistency

• Capacity

• Training

Bring your ideas, challenges, and solutions - and we will see you all at the end of July!

Cost: No Cost to Attend (CNDCC Membership Encouraged)

*Zoom link will be shared with all registrants 48 hours prior to the event. Please mark your calendar.

Summer Neurodiversity Mingle

Thursday, July 24th | 5:00 – 6:30 PM
Hosted at the Neurodiversity Community Center – Lafayette, CO

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming evening to celebrate neurodivergent professionals, allies, and community members! The Summer Neurodiversity Mingle is your chance to connect, recharge, and build meaningful relationships in an inclusive, judgment-free space.

Come for the mocktails and charcuterie—stay for the sense of belonging and connection.

Enjoy:

• Craft mocktails, wine & beer

• Charcuterie and light bites

• Fun giveaway prizes

• A chance to meet new people, network, and unwind

Whether you're a young professional, seasoned leader, entrepreneur, or ally—you’re welcome here. Let’s celebrate community, authenticity, and neurodivergent brilliance together.

Accessibility Features: Earplugs are available for sensory comfort and a dedicated sensory room for those who need a quiet space.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

Parking: Free Parking Available

Cost: $10 CNDCC Members / $20 Non-Members

Neurodivergent Business Edge: A Growth Series for Entrepreneurs was created specifically for neurodivergent entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. We understand the unique challenges that neurodivergent individuals face in the business world. These challenges, when addressed with the right resources and strategies, can be transformed into incredible strengths. That’s why we’ve developed this 5-week workshop series to provide the tools, support, and community that neurodivergent entrepreneurs need to thrive.

Part 1: Throughout 5 sessions, we help you build a strong foundation for success in your business or professional career. From understanding how to leverage your strengths to mastering time management and effective communication, this part focuses on essential skills that will empower you to confidently move forward and grow your business.

Session 5: Self-Advocacy, Burnout Prevention & Sustainable Growth

Creating systems to avoid burnout and promote long-term business success

Presented by Kate Broeking

July 22, 2025

Creating systems to avoid burnout and promote long-term business success

• Recognizing the signs of burnout and strategies to prevent it

• Setting boundaries and defining the customer relationship

• Building a business model that allows for sustainable, long-term growth

Neurodivergent Business Edge: A Growth Series for Entrepreneurs was created specifically for neurodivergent entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. We understand the unique challenges that neurodivergent individuals face in the business world. These challenges, when addressed with the right resources and strategies, can be transformed into incredible strengths. That’s why we’ve developed this 5-week workshop series to provide the tools, support, and community that neurodivergent entrepreneurs need to thrive.

Part 1: Throughout 5 sessions, we help you build a strong foundation for success in your business or professional career. From understanding how to leverage your strengths to mastering time management and effective communication, this part focuses on essential skills that will empower you to confidently move forward and grow your business.

Session 4: Financial & Business Management for Entrepreneurs

Simplifying financial decisions, budgeting, and building business structures

Presented by Amy Williams

July 15, 2025

Simplifying financial decisions, budgeting, and building business structures

• Understanding financial basics and how to make informed decisions

• Streamlining financial management for clarity and ease

• Building efficient business systems and structures for better operations

Optimizing Brain Health for Peak Performance: Boosting Focus and Productivity

Speaker: Dr. Sam Shay (Neurodivergent Entrepreneur)

This empowering workshop is designed to help neurodivergent professionals—and those who support them—better understand how to thrive in environments not always built with their strengths in mind. Dr. Sam Shay, known as the “NeuroDiverse Doc,” brings over 25 years of experience in nutrition, genetics, and functional lab testing to offer a fresh, science-backed approach to workplace wellness and neurodiversity.

As someone on the Spectrum himself, Dr. Sam provides practical, real-world strategies to help individuals boost focus, increase energy, reduce burnout, and thrive professionally.

In this session, you'll explore:

• Why being on the Spectrum can be a workplace superpower

• The “kryptonites” that often drain neurodivergent employees—and how to overcome them

• Advocacy and communication tools to express needs effectively and respectfully

• Three easy steps every person on the Spectrum can take to upgrade their work experience

• The Neuro-Harmony Method: an updated mind-body model tailored to neurodivergent individuals

Whether you’re navigating a neurotypical work culture or looking to support those who are, this session offers actionable insights for improving focus, productivity, and well-being through the lens of functional medicine.

Cost: Free for CNDCC Members  /  $35 for Non-Members.

*Zoom link will be shared with all registrants 48 hours prior to the event. Please mark your calendar.

Neurodivergent Business Edge: A Growth Series for Entrepreneurs was created specifically for neurodivergent entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. We understand the unique challenges that neurodivergent individuals face in the business world. These challenges, when addressed with the right resources and strategies, can be transformed into incredible strengths. That’s why we’ve developed this 5-week workshop series to provide the tools, support, and community that neurodivergent entrepreneurs need to thrive.

Part 1: Throughout 5 sessions, we help you build a strong foundation for success in your business or professional career. From understanding how to leverage your strengths to mastering time management and effective communication, this part focuses on essential skills that will empower you to confidently move forward and grow your business.

Session 3: Executive Functioning & Productivity Hacks

Design Systems to Support Executive Function and Work the Way You’re Wired

Presented by Meghan Bonde

July 9, 2025

Tools and techniques to manage time, tasks, and energy effectively

• Explore tools and techniques to manage time, tasks, and energy more effectively

• Learn strategies to increase consistency and stay in your zone of genius

• Discover methods for breaking down tasks into manageable steps

• Understand how to align time management systems with your individual strengths

• Gain tools to overcome common executive functioning challenges in business

Neurodivergent Business Edge: A Growth Series for Entrepreneurs was created specifically for neurodivergent entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. We understand the unique challenges that neurodivergent individuals face in the business world. These challenges, when addressed with the right resources and strategies, can be transformed into incredible strengths. That’s why we’ve developed this 5-week workshop series to provide the tools, support, and community that neurodivergent entrepreneurs need to thrive.

Part 1: Throughout 5 sessions, we help you build a strong foundation for success in your business or professional career. From understanding how to leverage your strengths to mastering time management and effective communication, this part focuses on essential skills that will empower you to confidently move forward and grow your business.

Session 2: Communication, Networking & Relationship Building

Developing strategies for effective communication and networking

Presented by Tim Goldstein

July 1, 2025

Developing strategies for effective communication and networking in business

• Tailoring communication methods to align with your intended audience

• Building and maintaining meaningful professional relationships

• Effective networking

Neurodivergent Business Edge: A Growth Series for Entrepreneurs was created specifically for neurodivergent entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. We understand the unique challenges that neurodivergent individuals face in the business world. These challenges, when addressed with the right resources and strategies, can be transformed into incredible strengths. That’s why we’ve developed this 5-week workshop series to provide the tools, support, and community that neurodivergent entrepreneurs need to thrive.

Part 1: Throughout 5 sessions, we help you build a strong foundation for success in your business or professional career. From understanding how to leverage your strengths to mastering time management and effective communication, this part focuses on essential skills that will empower you to confidently move forward and grow your business.

Session 1: Strengths & Business Success

June 24, 2025

Recognizing your unique strengths and how to leverage them for business growth

• Understanding your strengths and how they can be business assets

• Exploring how your unique traits contribute to business success and identifying opportunities to grow even stronger.

• Building a mindset of strength and confidence to navigate challenges

• Learning how to build support systems that complement your strengths and set you up for success

Designing Spaces That Support You: Home + Work Organization for Neurodivergent Professionals

Speaker: Beth Blacker, It's Just Stuff (Neurodivergent Entrepreneur)

Your environment can either support your focus and well-being—or work against it. For neurodivergent professionals, traditional organization systems often miss the mark, leading to stress, distraction, and burnout. This interactive workshop is designed to help you reimagine your home and workspaces in ways that align with how your brain works.

We’ll explore practical, customizable strategies to reduce clutter, increase clarity, and create physical environments that help you thrive—whether you're working from a home office, shared workspace, or somewhere in between. You’ll walk away with tools, ideas, and confidence to design spaces that support your productivity, creativity, and peace of mind.

Cost: Free for CNDCC Members  /  $35 for Non-Members.

*Zoom link will be shared with all registrants 48 hours prior to the event. Please mark your calendar.

Neurodiversity 101 - What every business needs to know.

8:30AM - 10:00AM

Zoom

We offer Neurodiversity 101 quarterly. This series covers the essentials of understanding neurodiversity, the importance of language, practical advice, and what businesses need to know about inclusive onboarding, hiring, and retention.

Presented by: Tiffany Feingold, Guiding Bright Minds and Co-Founder of Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce

Cost: Free to CNDCC Members / $35 for Non-Members

Join us via Zoom for this engaging series.

All remote events are recorded. By registering, you are agreeing to attend a recorded event.

NOTE: Once you register, CNDCC has your registrant information. Approximately a week before the event and in the days leading up to it, a CNDCC representative will contact you with details on joining the event remotely. If you have any questions, please feel free to email info@cndcc.org.

Boulder County Neurodiversity Mingle

Join us for the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce’s first in-person networking event in Boulder County! The Boulder County Neurodiversity Mingle is a unique opportunity for business professionals, entrepreneurs, and advocates to connect, share ideas, and build meaningful relationships.

Event Highlights:

• A supportive environment designed for authentic networking.

• A 10-15 minute informational session, followed by open networking.

• Complimentary food and refreshments to enjoy while mingling.

  
  

Accessibility Features: Earplugs available for sensory comfort and a dedicated sensory room for those who need a quiet space.

Don’t miss this chance to engage with a vibrant community and explore new opportunities for collaboration and growth!

Parking: Free Parking Available in the Parking Garage and Blue Sport Stable Parking Lot. Street Parking is available for Two Hours off of Superior Drive. 

Cost: Free to attend
RSVP: Members, please indicate how many guests from your organization will be joining.

Why Inclusion is Smart Business

Presenter: Lloyd Lewis, President & CEO of arc Thrift Stores 

(Business leader, CEO, national speaker, author, and father of a son with an intellectual and developmental disability)

Description: 

Join us via Zoom to discover how employing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) can drive higher revenue, faster sales growth, and increased profitability. Learn practical strategies to create a culture of inclusion through effective accommodations, supervision, and management. 

Perceptions:

• Hiring and managing people with IDD is expensive, complicated, and time consuming.

• Accommodations and resources are difficult to navigate.

• Disabled employees aren’t as efficient, capable, or valuable as typical employees.

Reality:

• Revenue of companies hiring disabled employees is 28% higher, economic profit margins are 30% higher, and net income is 111% higher than those companies that do not hire people with IDD.

• A study by Accenture of 140 U.S. companies confirms that disability inclusion increases business performance, specifically innovation, shareholder value, productivity, and market share (Accenture et al., 2018).

• According to employers participating in a recent study by Job Accommodation Network, a service from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy, a high percentage (59%) of accommodations cost absolutely nothing to make, and if there is a charge, it is typically less than $500 per employee with a disability.

Lloyd Lewis has grown a $32 million dollar retail chain into a $120+ million social enterprise that is one of the largest employers of people with disabilities.

Cost: Free for CNDCC Members / $35 for Non-Members.

*Zoom link will be shared with all registrants 48 hours prior to the event. Please mark your calendar.

Let’s Celebrate Different Minds at the Neurodiversity Week Mingle

Hosted by SSA Group

We’re thrilled to announce that our first networking mingle of the year will be hosted by SSA Group, a CNDCC Member that has been supporting zoos, museums, and other cultural attractions with unforgettable guest services, revenue-generating support, and lasting partnerships for over 50 years.

Join us for the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce's Neurodiversity Week Mingle! This unique networking event is the perfect opportunity for business professionals to connect, share ideas, and build meaningful relationships.

Event Highlights:

• A welcoming environment to foster connections and conversations.

• A 10-15 minute informational session, followed by open networking.

• Complimentary food and refreshments to enjoy while mingling.

Don’t miss this chance to expand your network and engage with a vibrant and inclusive community. Whether you're a business professional, entrepreneur, or advocate for neurodiversity, this event is designed to inspire collaboration and growth.

Members: Please RSVP below and indicate how many guests from your member organization will be in attendance.

Cost: No Cost to Attend