Jenn is a seasoned presenter and certified ADHD-trained Life Coach specializing in empowering individuals and groups spanning from teens to adults. With a strong emphasis on executive functioning, she equips her clients with tailored strategies to conquer daily challenges and achieve their goals. She holds a Master's degree in Educational Leadership with a focus on Student Development.  She received her coaching certification from ADD Coaching Academy, solidifying her commitment to excellence in her field. Beyond her professional pursuits, Jenn finds joy in her role as a wife, parent to two young adult sons and one feline companion. She resides in New York with her family, where she continues to make a positive impact through her work and personal endeavors.

https://positiveapproachcoach.com/
IG: @positiveapproachcoaching

Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., MS., is the host of the ADHD Essentials Podcast, and an internationally recognized expert on ADHD/Executive Function, anxiety, and neurodiversity.

A former educator and mental health counselor, Brendan helps individuals, families, and organizations manage neurodiverse challenges through an approach blending education, collaborative problem-solving, and accountability with compassion, humor, a focus on strengths and growth, and his trademarked “Wall of Awful™” model.  

Brendan is on the board of the Men’s ADHD Support Group, and the organizing committee for the ADHD Conference, and has featured in the Washington Post, Bustle, LinkedIn, Understood, Tilt Parenting, How to ADHD, and ADDitude.

https://www.adhdessentials.com
X: @adhdessentials
IG: @adhdessentials
Facebook

Despite her undiagnosed ADHD, Kristin graduated from the US Naval Academy in 1982. She went on to finish flight school, was subsequently deployed on various ships overseas, then returned to the states to serve as a flight instructor.

Yet her biggest challenge was trying to be a "good" mother.

In this, she felt like a failure despite spending all of her available time trying (and failing) to create a clean and organized home while raising two active ADHD daughters.

Kristin combines her life experience of being a woman with late-diagnosed ADHD with ADD Coach Academy training so she can help other women with ADHD brains overcome overwhelm and work towards the goals that truly matter to them.

octopusadhdcoaching.com
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YES, you can live a happy, healthy life with ADHD! I partner with adults with ADHD. Together, we develop techniques and strategies in order to build a better life and help you flourish. Using ADHD as our starting point, we forge a path together that works for you, so that you can live your best life.

I continuously improve my education through industry-related certifications and stay current by reviewing the latest research and studies on ADHD and its impact on physical and mental health. Through my own lived experience with ADHD, I am able to provide informed feedback and knowledge. I take the science and experience and translate them into strategies—ones that can improve your life and empower you.

I am more than a coach; I am a partner and an advocate. Studies show consistently that therapeutic support can be an invaluable tool in overcoming the challenges ADHD can present. That is why I’m passionate about arming my clients with knowledge, strategies, and insight into self so they can go on to thrive—with ADHD!

Please visit my website for additional details and to schedule your free intro call!

https://livehappyadhd.com/
IG: @DorseyMC
TikTok: @DorseyMC
FB: @LiveHappyADHD

I’m Carlos Prieto Jr. (he/him), an ADHD & Life Coach providing transformative services in the San Francisco Bay Area. I believe that working with your ADHD, rather than against it unlocks your full potential.

As a fellow ADHD’er, I know first hand how hard it is to navigate life in a world that is not built for our brains.

As a coach, I provide support for emotional regulation, executive function, impulsivity, inattentiveness, career & life changes, leading diverse teams, and understanding your unique version of ADHD by identify strengths, focusing on the positive, challenging negative beliefs, and helping you find purpose.

My coaching services are based on the core tenets of providing support, connection, and accessibility for the ADHD community.

bayareaadhdcoach.com
LinkedIn

Ying Deng is a passionate advocate for ADHD awareness and empowerment, with extensive experience in coaching and mindfulness. She is the founder of ADHD Asian Girl, a platform that provides support and resources for people with ADHD, especially Asian women. Through her work, she strives to increase representation and awareness of the unique experiences of Asian women with ADHD as well as make meditation more accessible for ADHD people.

Ying Deng is a certified Transformation Life Coach with additional training in positive psychology. She is currently in Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach’s 2-year Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program

Julia Mullins is a certified executive coach with over 15 years’ experience in developing leaders for Fortune 100 companies and public sector. She focuses on leaders with ADHD. 

In addition to one-on-one coaching, Julia works with corporate clients to deliver workshops and presentations on a range of leadership topics including neurodiversity in the workplace. From incorporating neuro-inclusive messaging to creating programs specifically for leaders with ADHD, Julia wants everyone with ADHD to thrive in the workplace.

Julia holds certificates in Leadership Coaching for Organizational Performance (American University) and Neuroscience for Business (MIT Sloan), and an MBA (Penn State). Julia is a member of ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO) and International Coaching Federation (ICF).

https://mullinsprofessionalgroup.com/
LinkedIn
IG: @leadwithadhd
      @mullinsprofessionalgroup

https://www.mensadhdsupportgroup.org/

Shane Thrapp is a Certified ADHD Life, Relationship, and Career Coach and the founder of Creating Order From Chaos—an empowering ADHD coaching and consultation business focused on normalizing ADHD and neurodivergence. He collaborates with businesses for neurodivergent accommodations, advocates for ADHD awareness to the public as a public speaker, serves as Operations Director for the Men's ADHD Support Group nonprofit, and serves on the Board of Dueling Minds, an AuDHD Support nonprofit organization.

Shane's mission is to guide those who are neurodivergent on their unique journeys to find acceptance for their authentic self while empowering businesses, educators, and parents to provide the support that neurodivergent people deserve.

Marc Almodovar is an influential public speaker, leader, and community builder, devoted to empowering, educating, and inspiring men with ADHD. Diagnosed with ADHD at 16, Marc champions ADHD advocacy, focusing on men. As the founder and president of the Men's ADHD Support Group, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Marc aims to reshape the perception of men with ADHD and eliminate the stigma around men's mental health. As a Hispanic male with ADHD, he advocates for redefining masculinity and fostering inclusive, supportive communities.

Marc established the Men's ADHD Support Group on Facebook in 2019. He and his team have grown the Facebook group to be the largest platform of its kind, at over 16k. The non-profit furthers this work by facilitating in-person and virtual peer-to-peer support, resources, and education. Additionally, he is a social media ADHD Influencer who works with an abundance mindset to create partnerships with ADHD-related and mental health organizations and experts to offer valuable resources for neurodivergent men.

Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., MS., is the host of the ADHD Essentials Podcast, an internationally recognized expert on ADHD/Executive Function, anxiety, and neurodiverse parenting.  He is a highly engaging, sought-after speaker, coach, and consultant.  

A former teacher, mental health counselor, and principal, Brendan helps individuals, families, schools, and businesses manage the challenges of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, anxiety, and neurodiversity through an approach that blends education, collaborative problem-solving, and accountability with compassion, humor, a focus on strengths and growth, and his trademark “Wall of Awful™” model.  

Brendan has been featured in the Washington Post, Bustle, LinkedIn, Understood, Tilt Parenting, How to ADHD, ADD Crusher TV, and ADDitude.  He is on the organizing committee for the International Conference on ADHD and became a board member of the Men’s ADHD Support Group in 2023, where he provides guidance and expertise on all things ADHD as they move forward with their mission.

Kristian Moton is a Program Coordinator for a major non-profit in the Bronx, with eight years of experience in public and private sector youth services nonprofit environments. Specializing in social and educational learning, Kristian is passionate about social justice activism and nonprofit organizations.

With an educational background in Psychology and Communications, Kristian leverages the intersections of his queer, neurodivergent identity, competitive gaming, and education to enlighten individuals and empower them in their passions. He is dedicated to developing strategies that educate students in under-resourced communities in ways that take into consideration celebrating neurodiversity and inclusivity.

Serving as the Organization Manager for the Men's ADHD Support Group was an integral part of the formation of both the group and the nonprofit. Now, Kristian organizes and directs the company's activities and programs, collaborating with stakeholders to further the organization's mission. This mission focuses on ensuring men with ADHD feel seen, heard, and appreciated, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that allows men to express themselves in healthy ways.

Urška Dobnikar Petrič, AACC, CACP, is a certified ADHD coach who helps adults and relationships affected by ADHD. She began her journey unknowingly when she married her husband, whose ADHD was diagnosed many years later. This experience sparked her interest in ADHD and inspired her to become a coach.

Urška is neurodiverse herself, with cPTSD and giftedness, giving her a unique and empathetic perspective. Her background in design and technology, along with her studies in transactional analysis, helps her combine practical strategies with psychological insights.

She specializes in helping people understand the ADHD brain and develop systems to turn ADHD from an obstacle into an ally. Urška also supports non-ADHD partners in navigating their unique relationship dynamics. She helps couples break free from parent-child patterns, manage responsibilities effectively, and build healthier, more balanced relationships.

https://www.urska-adhd.coach
LinkedIn
IG: @nonadhdspouse

Dr. Jessica Hicksted is a resilient and innovative AuDHD woman. With a PhD in Industrial Organizational Psychology, her research and advocacy serve as a beacon for inclusion and diversity. 

At international conferences and corporate forums, she illuminates the complexities of invisible disabilities, challenging stereotypes and championing workplace inclusivity. My groundbreaking work includes the development of a pioneering survey, gauging the stigma surrounding invisible disabilities. 

By dissecting acceptance, ableism, and advocacy, she sheds light on the dynamics affecting disclosure decisions in professional settings. Her research not only exposes the barriers faced by individuals with invisible disabilities but also unveils pathways to positive change.

Through insights she paves the way for organizations to foster environments of understanding and support. She emphasizes shifts in workplace culture, enhancing performance and satisfaction for all. Her advocacy pursues social progress to dismantling barriers and fostering inclusive environments where every individual thrives.

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Join ADHD coaches Melissa Llewellyn Snider and Brianna Morton on "Hypercast: An ADHD Podcast" as they navigate the complexities of ADHD from both personal and professional perspectives. Melissa, founder of Likemind Coaching LLC, and Brianna, founder of Understanding ADHD, are ADHDers and bring their unique insights to provide practical advice and holistic support. They explore topics like ADHD communication, the culture of ADHD, and ADHD relationships. With humor, heart, and deep insights, Melissa and Brianna aim to build a community of growth and understanding. Tune in for strategies, real-life stories, and encouragement to thrive with ADHD. Learn more at www.hypercastpod.com.

Melissa Llewellyn Snider, founder of Likemind Coaching LLC, offers expert ADHD coaching and corporate education. She helps ADHDers and organizations develop effective strategies for success. Learn more about her work and services at www.likemindcoaching.com.

Brianna Morton is an ADHD coach, Qualifying Clinical Counsellor, and founder of Understanding ADHD. She provides empathetic guidance and insightful support to help ADHDers navigate challenges and celebrate strengths. Learn more about her work and services at www.understandingadhd.ca.

Jessi Sorensen is a seasoned Producer and Director of commercial video and non-scripted entertainment, currently working on her first feature-length documentary passion project. With 15 years of experience in TV and advertising, Jessi’s work has ranged from HGTV reality series to branded documentaries to public awareness campaigns for health and human services. Known for crafting multi-purpose digital content, she excels in reaching diverse audiences with stories that both inform and entertain. In 2022, she was diagnosed with ADHD and began connecting deeply with the neurodivergent community, aiming to use her professional skills to break the stereotypes hindering earlier diagnoses in women.

IG: @untitledadhd

Liz Welshman is a certified ADHD coach partnering with adults and families sick of executive function challenges getting in the way of their brilliance. Liz's practice is centred around helping smart but burned out professionals, frazzled caregivers and out-of-the-box thinkers reimagine their potential and accept ADHD traits with a sense of humour. Her interest in ADHD began on a (flailing) search for "good enough" parenting strategies to help her son embrace his square-peggedness. Liz has a background in communications and holds degrees in Law and Journalism and is an ICF credentialed coach.

lizwelshman.com
IG: @lizwelshman_adhd

Ellyce Fulmore is a queer and neurodivergent financial educator, best-selling author of Keeping Finance Personal, and the founder of Queerd Co., a financial literacy company. Her approach to financial literacy goes beyond the conventional, focusing on the intersectionality of identities and lived experiences. Ellyce is passionate about helping her online community of over half a million find the right tools, strategies, and perspective to create a life where financial stability and joy coexist.

www.queerdco.com/book
IG: @ellyce.fulmore
TikTok: @queerd.co

Becca King is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist from Charlotte, North Carolina. As an ADHD adult who struggled for years with disordered eating, Becca is passionate about helping other adults with ADHD who struggle with binge eating, chronic dieting, and disordered eating heal their relationship with food and find food freedom. In her virtual practice, she uses the Intuitive Eating framework and neurodiversity-affirming approach to nutrition for ADHD.

Website: https://sites.google.com/adhdnutritionistllc.com/smallgroupcoaching/home
IG: @adhd.nutritionist
Link to free no-cook protein guide: adhd-nutritionist.ck.page/freebieeasyprotein

Kacey Richards is an online executive function coach based in Phoenix, Arizona. She provides services to adults with ADHD and autistic adults through her business, Think Link Thrive. She works with her clients on a variety of goals and skills, from building daily habits to improving organizational skills. She particularly enjoys supporting adults with creating systems and work-life boundaries to find overall balance. She uses her lived experience with ADHD to connect with her clients and to share strategies that can actually help neurodivergent people.

Kacey holds a Master of Science in Communication Disorders and a Graduate Certificate in Multilingual/Multicultural Populations from Arizona State University. She works as a school-based speech-language pathologist in addition to coaching. Outside of work, Kacey likes to bake, hike, play guitar, and learn languages.

https://www.thinklinkthrive.com/

IG: @thinklinkthrive

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Hi everyone, I'm Christina I run Fruitful Spaces a company which helps people with adhd organize their homes. Having ADHD made me realize how many people with ADHD need help organizing their homes. With my background and training in clearing offices I figured it was a good transferrable skill and it was! I hope you enjoy my mini talk and the rest of ADHDvcon!

https://fruitfulspaces.my.canva.site/
IG: @fruitfulspacesca 

Suzanne Sophos is a neuro-inclusivity advocate, writer, and certified peer support specialist, specializing in ADHD, Autism, addiction and special needs parenting. She is the president-elect of Children and Adults with ADHD (CHADD), the executive director of CHADD of Greater Los Angeles, and the manager of the ADHD Empowerment Community™. Her background includes serving as a social-emotional learning specialist, ADHD educator, and family consultant – all after a long career as a marketing and business consultant for Fortune 500 companies. She has also been trained, certified, and previously served as a foster parent through the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services. Her work is informed by her education, professional experience, and life experience as an AuDHD/2e individual and the parent of an AuDHD/2e child.

www.suzannesophos.com
IG: @suzanne.sophos
threads: @suzanne.sophos   

Founder of Muslim ADHDers, Interfaith ADHDers & Executive ADHDers, Farah Jamil is an Ivy League-educated Health Executive with 20 years of leadership experience, an Executive Coach, ADHD Coach, Consultant, & Global Speaker.    

As a woman of color & a visible religious minority, Farah didn’t see anyone like her talking about ADHD. She hosted the 1st global Muslim ADHDers Virtual Summit on the intersectionality between ADHD, productivity, health/wellness, & faith.  She’s working to demystify & destigmatize ADHD by actively building a “Community Through Neurodiversity.” 

In the executive / leadership space, Farah has briefed Canadian Ministers, US Senators, & Ambassadors; led high-performing teams; served as President, VP, & Director on non-profit boards; guest lectured at several universities in Canada / US; &, provided 1:1 & group coaching as an Internal Coach & privately for early- to mid-careerists & ADHDers worldwide.   

She’s a Fellow at the Institute of Coaching (IOC) McLean - Harvard Medical School Affiliate, voted a Top 10 presenter at the 2023 World Business & Executive Coach Pre-Summit on her presentation “Neurodiversity – Navigating ADHD in the Workplace” & she was selected as one of 36 global Executive Coaches for the 2020 INC 5000 Vision Conference for the fastest-growing US private companies.

https://farahjamil.com/
IG: @MuslimADHDers, @InterfaithADHDers, @ExecutiveADHDers
LinkedIn

Diane McLean, M.Ed., PCAC, MCC is a speaker, author, trainer, and Master Certified Coach. She shares over 35 years of experience and knowledge in the fields of education, school counseling, play therapy, and coaching to serve adults and children. Known for her creativity, humor, and compassion, Diane helps coaches and the clients they serve to discover their strengths, understand their unique brain-wiring, and find greater success. She holds coaching credentials from the International Coaching Federation and the Professional Association of ADHD Coaches. She is a mentor coach, an instructor and assessor for the ADD Coach Academy, and a contributing author of The Guide to ADHD Coaching. A proud native Texan, Diane received her bachelor's degree in education from the University of Texas and her master's degree in counseling and student services from the University of North Texas. She is the proud parent of two adult children and currently lives in Overland Park, Kansas with her family and pups.

https://www.execskills.com/ 

I currently work as a coach for children to assist them with areas of executive functioning, which include emotional regulation and social skills. I was diagnosed later in life with Autism and ADHD. I am particularly passionate about coaching children early in their educational journey due to the difficulties I faced during that time. I am a graduate of the ADD Coach Academy, an internationally recognized school certified by the International Coaching Federation. I additionally have a Master's in Mental Health Counseling, My Master's in Human Resources, and a Bachelor's in Political Science. My other passions are painting and creative writing! 

https://fledglingcoaching.com/

Dusty Chipura is an master certified AACC-accredited ADHD coach and certified doula based in Vancouver, BC. Dusty coaches adults from all backgrounds and walks of life and uses an anti-oppressive, anti-racist framework to make her approach to coaching more accessible and inclusive. Dusty has a special interest in ADHD and pregnancy. She has given several talks on managing ADHD during pregnancy and has published an 'ADHD and Pregnancy' journal and Notion template for pregnant individuals to download and use to help themselves manage their pregnancy, written in conjunction with Alix Bacon, president of the Canadian Association of Midwives. You can find Dusty featured on the HowToADHD YouTube channel talking about ADHD in pregnancy.

A free virtual ADHD conference via YouTube Live, Tuesday October 22nd through Thursday October 24th, from 4:00-6:30pm PT

We know that not everyone has the financial means to attend a lot of the big ADHD conferences, which is a shame. We believe everyone with ADHD deserves to get access to the information they need to move forward, and someone's financial standing shouldn't be such a huge factor in their ability to succeed. There will be opportunities to donate to our mission of providing access for all of the ADHD community if you find the conference to be helpful to you and have the means to do so, but it will never be required.

The entire ADHD community, from those who have not yet gotten a diagnosis, to those who have, to professionals and content creators who work in this space, to industry experts, to the non-ADHD humans who want to better support the ADHD folk in their lives. Everyone is welcome.

The length of programming will be better geared for ADHD attention spans. No 1-3 hour talks here! We will have shorts programs that will be groups of content 10 minutes or less, and longer talks that will be up to 25 minutes long.

A more inclusive submission and selection process. Most conferences select talks from written proposals that favor those with previous speaking and proposal writing experience, and have nothing to do with how dynamic or high quality the actual talk turns out to be. This conference will select featured talks based on final content.

Send us an email at monocerosinitiative@gmail.com