Register for Forum on the Business Value of Neurodiversity
March 4, 2026 | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Cohon University Center
麻豆村 invites leaders, innovators and changemakers across the region to attend , a one-day event dedicated to advancing the business value of neurodiversity in the workplace. The forum, which will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cohon University Center, will bring together executives, human resources professionals, managers and workplace allies for a day of learning, connection and actionable planning.
is now open.
"The Innovating Pittsburgh Forum is built by and for our community," said Amy Tavares, Neurodiversity Program manager and career consultant in the Career & Professional Development Center. "It will bring together professionals committed to rethinking how we work, building purposeful connections and putting practical steps in place that support neurodivergent talent in ways that benefit entire organizations. You won't want to miss it!"
The forum is hosted by the Olitsky Program through the Career & Professional Development Center and the of the .
Why Attend the Forum?
Unlock Innovation and Business Impact
Discover how embracing neurodiversity fuels creativity, drives measurable outcomes and gives organizations a competitive edge. Expert speakers will share why organizations that champion neurodivergent talent are better positioned to innovate and adapt.
Build Inclusive and Effective Hiring Practices
Explore practical strategies for recruiting neurodivergent candidates and developing sustainable talent pipelines. Learn how inclusive hiring practices open doors to untapped potential and strengthen Pittsburgh's workforce.
Support Growth, Leadership and Retention
Hear best practices for creating environments where neurodivergent employees can thrive. Sessions will cover retention strategies, career advancement approaches and leadership development models that enrich organizational culture.
Put Ideas into Action
Attendees will leave with tools to build partnerships, share resources and develop actionable plans that support long-term neuroinclusive growth in their departments.