Leadership & Mentorship: Advancing Neurodivergent Talent

Mentorship & Leadership: Advancing Neurodivergent Talent
Presented by the Neurodiversity Employment Network: Philadelphia (NENPHL) and Spectrum Scholars, University of Delaware
October 16, 2025 • 10:00 AM–3:00 PM • University of Delaware

As the region’s connector, catalyst, and trusted messenger, the Neurodiversity Employment Network of Philadelphia (NENPHL) is proud to convene meaningful conversations that translate into real opportunities for neurodivergent individuals. NENPHL leads a practical morning program on pathways to leadership for neurodivergent professionals, featuring lightning rounds on ERG Development, student project leadership, and entrepreneurship; a cross-sector panel on building inclusive leadership pipelines; and facilitated small-group sessions that turn insights into models organizations can implement. A networking lunch provided by Nemours offers space for connection and exchange. The day concludes with Spectrum Scholars and CLSC’s Mentorship Celebration, recognizing mentors and mentees and sharing insights on mentorship’s impact across campuses, workplaces, and communities.

Date: October 16, 2025

Location: University of Delaware- Audion Building

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Leadership Pathways for Neurodivergent Professionals

Hosted by NENPHL

•  Lightning Rounds: Models of Internal Leadership
  • Constellation
  • Comcast
  • University of Delaware
  • Haystack Hub
• Panel: Building Inclusive Leadership Pipelines
  • Mike Herrmann, Microsoft
  • Anthony Pacilio, Soho Square Solutions
  • Dana Herbert, Desserts by Dana
  • Melissa Gatti, DoorDash
  • Moderator: Brian Freedman, Nemours

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Lunch & Connection Time

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Spectrum Scholars & CLSC Mentorship Celebration

• Hosted by the University of Delaware
• Recognition of mentors and mentees
• Reflections & remarks

Community celebration activities