SheSays AMS presents Uncommon Journeys: Neurodivergent Paths to Success

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Join us at SheSays Amsterdam presents Uncommon Journeys: Neurodivergent Paths to Success

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There’s no such thing as ‘a perfectly normal brain’. In fact, if your synapses snap differently from others, then you may be at an advantage. Join us at Uncommon Journeys: Neurodivergent Paths to Success on 27 March, 6-8pm, to discover the challenges and triumphs involved in following a career path less travelled - one often all the more creative for it.In Part 1, hear from <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/axelleahanhanzo/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/axelleahanhanzo/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Axelle Ahanhanzo</a> on her advocacy work for marginalised groups through holistic lenses, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/concettacucchiarelli/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/concettacucchiarelli/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Concetta Cucchiarelli</a> on how sound exposure affects behaviours and cognitive ability, dyslexia and AD(H)D coach <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancaranzijn/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancaranzijn/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bianca Ranzijn</a>’s experience working with companies and individuals, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-handsley-04b20151/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-handsley-04b20151/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Taylor Handsley</a> on life as a globetrotting social-first creative who happens to be autistic. In Part 2, join them in smaller trouble-shooting breakout groups to share experiences and get unstuck with answers to your questions. The event is hosted by strategic communications expert, Kerrie Finch at<a href="https://equals.nl/" title="https://equals.nl/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> Equals Clubhouse</a>, our new SheSays AMS home. Allies are welcome but only those who identify as women, non-binary, agender and gender non-conforming take to the stage. Grab a ticket to Uncommon Journeys on 27 March at Equals Clubhouse 6-8pm (doors open 5.30pm), and join the SheSays AMS community in fostering meaningful connections. Follow us on social media for news and event updates. Email <a href="mailto:kerrie@shesaysams.com" title="mailto:kerrie@shesaysams.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">kerrie@shesaysams.com</a> to join the mailing list. About SheSays AMS<a href="https://weareshesays.com/" title="https://weareshesays.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">SheSays</a> is the first – and largest - global network for creative women and non-binary people, with 55+ chapters around the world. It is an award-winning non-profit organisation focused on engagement, education, and advancement. We lift as we climb. About Axelle Ahanhanzo<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/axelleahanhanzo/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/axelleahanhanzo/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Axelle Ahanhanzo</a>, founder of LAUDACE, is an Equity Diversity and Inclusion Change-Maker and Social Impact Entrepreneur. Drawing from lived experiences with workplace burnout, exclusion and trauma, Axelle advocates for marginalised groups through holistic lenses. Recognized as a Top 10 Finalist at TEDxAmsterdamWomen's Talent Night 2023, she called for action to urgently create a neuro inclusive world for girls and women from all backgrounds. Axelle leads the way toward a more inclusive and equitable future with her unwavering commitment to social justice and her atypical background. About Concetta Cucchiarelli<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/concettacucchiarelli/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/concettacucchiarelli/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Concetta Cucchiarelli</a>, founder of Happear, is an attention expert, independent researcher and author of the framework, Sustainable Focus. Her work combines social science, cognitive, behavioural, and performance psychology, acoustic and psychoacoustic, economics and process management, personal growth, and NLP. She's been conducting her research for the last 15 years about how sound exposure affects behaviours and cognitive ability, especially attention. She has patented an interactive interface to conduct her research and created a vocal synthesis model to study the relationship between voice and emotions. She's currently helping people find sustainable strategies to improve focus while reducing stress and improving well-being with her framework. About Taylor Handsley<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-handsley-04b20151/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-handsley-04b20151/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Taylor Handsley</a>, (Founder &amp; MD, Tailored the Agency) has worked in LA, NYC, London, Berlin, and most recently Amsterdam for global brands looking to crack into local markets. She made her mark at companies like Refinery29, ELLE Magazine, Amazon Fashion and for clients like Crocs, JBL, Apple, Sunglass Hut, and Bentley Motors. Her background is in creative, strategy, and social media and she combines those skills to make award-winning work for her clients. She recently opened her own social-first creative agency in Amsterdam. Taylor is autistic, mom to her four-year old, and mentor to fellow autistic creatives. She is also a vocal advocate for neurodivergent and marginalised folks in the creative industry. About Bianca Ranzijn<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancaranzijn/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancaranzijn/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bianca Ranzijn</a> is a Dyslexia and AD(H)D coach, trainer and speaker. As a coach and trainer she focuses on harnessing the benefits of this neurodivergence, both for companies and individuals. Bianca collaborates with various organizations in the field of Neurodiversity, such as The Brain Hub, Dynamika, and Impuls &amp; Woortblind. About Kerrie Finch<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerriefinch/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerriefinch/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Kerrie Finch</a> is a speaker, stage MC, event host and moderator. As a strategic communications expert focused on creativity and tech innovation globally, Kerrie works with brands and leaders to polish their positioning, for impactful thought leadership. She is the founding insurgent of SheSays AMS, country rep for the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, and an alum of Wieden+Kennedy.

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