In this episode, we welcome Heidi Kershaw, the CEO of Multiple, a nonprofit organization focused on funding and incubating transformative tech solutions for people with autism. Rather than focusing on cure research or direct service to families, Multiple operates as a technology incubator, supporting scalable for-profit solutions. The conversation explores Heidi's personal journey as a mother of a neurodivergent child and how that led her to her work at Multiple. The episode highlights the importance of connectivity and acceptance for individuals with autism and how technology can play a role in enhancing their lives. Tune in to learn more about Multiple's innovative approach to addressing the challenges faced by the autism community.
“If we did a better job at trying to trust one another, that we have good intentions, I think the world would look a lot different."
Topics covered:
[00:04:18] Relationship with autism mourned.
[00:08:25] Parenting a child with autism.
[00:12:23] Autism education and understanding.
[00:18:10] Nonprofits and mission-driven work.
[00:20:10] Creating a product for autism.
[00:27:09] Bringing tech products to market.
[00:32:55] Wearable for understanding communication.
[00:36:05] Safety concerns for those with autism.
[00:39:08] Receptive language development.
[00:44:05] Job programs and economic growth.
[00:47:32] Corporations supporting neurodivergent individuals.
[00:55:14] Long waitlists for autism services.
[00:59:13] Wearing a suit for acceptance.
Links mentioned:
https://www.valencevibrations.com/
https://www.socialciphergame.com/
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