Conference Details
When
October 29, 2024
7:30AM - 7:30PM
Agenda/2024
7:00AM | Registration and Breakfast
8:00AM | Welcome to NeuroX New Jersey
Speaker: Drew Peloso, Founder NeuroX Network
8:05AM | Thinking Differently: Key to New Jersey’s Innovation Revolution
The Economic Development Authority of the nation's most neurodivergent state is open for business. AI and Inclusive Workforce Development are on the menu.
Speaker: Tim Sullivan, CEO, New Jersey Economic Development Authority
8:25AM | Demystifying AI
New Jersey is all-in on AI. Global AI leader Nvidia shares what it means for you and your business or career. Get a refresher on AI basics, a glimpse into the future, and implications for your business or career.
Speaker: Ozzy Johnson, Director, Solutions Engineering, NVIDIA
8:45AM | The Inclusivity Revolution
Jose Valesco is an undisputed pioneer of neurodiversity hiring in corporate America. Here he shares the profound changes you can expect when your company commits to Inclusivity.
Speaker: Jose Valesco, Autism Society of America
9:05AM | Break
9:20AM | Artificial Intelligence and Neurodiversity: How to Build the Flywheel
Neurodivergent talent. Inclusive workforce. The ROI is real. The cost of inaction is high. Being on the right side of innovation can make or break your business in 2025.
Speaker: Jamell Mitchell, Global Neurodiversity Ecosystem Leader, EY
9:40AM | Case Study: In Search of Extraordinary Talent, What One Company Learned
An up-close and intimate fireside chat pulls back the curtain on what neuroinclusive hiring means for businesses.
Special Guests:
Tara Cunningham, Beyond Impact
Marcia Scheiner, Integrate Advisors
Isabel Fields, Hearst Publishing
Moderated by: SJI
10:10AM | Break
10:25AM | Unlocking and Magnifying Workforce Potential through AI & Inclusive Design
Designing and using AI tools for large and small companies.
Special Guests: Angela Lean, Microsoft and Lauren McAuliffe, 7Magnolia
10:45AM | World Café: Networking with Impact
Looking to make meaningful connections on topics that matter to your business? The World Café offers a unique networking experience focused on key neuroinclusive themes like “Reimagining ‘X’ through AI and Neurodivergent Perspectives.” Rotate through three dynamic tables, exchange ideas with top leaders, and brainstorm solutions directly applicable to your organization. Anchors—key sponsors—will guide discussions and facilitate partnerships, giving you the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and drive future change. Build powerful networks and influence the future of neuroinclusion in NJ!
Moderated by: Tom Bergeron, ROI-NJ
11:45AM | Lunch
Relax and enjoy chef-driven hot and cold specialties at Christopher’s, The Heldrich’s casually sophisticated restaurant, situated in the cultural heart of downtown New Brunswick.
12:45PM | What Role Your Elected Officials Can Play
Featured Speaker: New Jersey State Senator Andrew Zwicker
12:50PM | Public-Private Partnerships for Innovation: Get Involved
How Labor and Higher Ed partner with New Jersey companies to foster Innovation.
Special Guests:
Robert Asaro-Angelo, New Jersey Commissioner of Labor & Workforce Development
Aimee Sprung, Microsoft
Dr Brian Bridges, Secretary of Higher Education
Moderated by: Paul Josephson, Duane Morris
1:35PM | Break
1:50PM | New Jersey Neurodiversity Census
What does this untapped labor pool really look like?
Special guests:
Dr. Chris Manente, Rowan, NJIT
Dr. Brian Bridges, New Jersey Secretary of Higher Education
2:10PM | Break
2:25PM | Investing in Innovation: Driving Change for Neurodiverse Employment
Join a dynamic panel of founders and investors to explore the critical role of for-profit investment in fostering innovation for neurodiversity. Learn how strategic capital is fueling startups that are creating meaningful solutions and transforming the employment landscape for the neurodivergent population.
Special Guests:
Curtis Lee, Venture Capital Lead, NJEDA
Moderated by: Amanda Lukof, Eleplan
3:10PM | Break
3:25PM | Getting the Most from Your Workforce is Good for Everyone
Speaker: Tara Cunningham
3:35PM | Open Mic / Q&A
Let’s discuss your great ideas and plans for the next NeuroX New Jersey Conference in 2025
4:05PM | Closing Remark
Speaker: Drew Peloso
4:10PM | Networking Reception
Know before you go
Location
The Heldrich Hotel and Conference Center
10 Livingston Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
(732) 729-4670
Directions: https://www.theheldrich.com/hotel/location-directions
Accessibility: https://www.theheldrich.com/hotel/accessibility
Before the Conference
Pre-conference information packet will be sent via e-mail prior to the conference.
At the Conference
When you arrive: Registration and continental breakfast begin at 7:00am. The registration desk will be in the lobby to the right as you walk in where you will check-in and receive your badge.
Sensory Retreat Room: Available for attendees to take a break. There will be low lighting, comfortable seating, space to move around and sensory tools and gadget to explore.
Communication cards: Attendees and speakers will be given communication cards along with name tags to help tell others what level of interaction they are comfortable with.
Networking: Our World Cafe will be an exciting interactive session for networking and connecting with the community!
Food: Coffee and snacks will be provided all day as well as lunch.
Internet: WiFi information will be provided.
Slack channel: We want to hear from you during the conference! We will have a Slack channel for community engagement.
Other quiet spaces: The Heldrich offers a business center with printing capabilities if you require a quiet place for phone calls etc.
Requests
If you require assistance (dietary requests, nursing moms, accessibility, allergies, etc.), please contact steph@neuroxnj.com to provide advance notice by October 18, 2024.
