In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with Tracy King, CEO of InspirEd, to unpack the intersection of neurodiversity, inclusion, and leadership. Tracy shares their late-in-life AuDHD diagnosis and how that shaped both their parenting and professional journey. Together, they explore why neuroinclusion isn’t just compassionate—it’s a smart business strategy. From dismantling outdated norms to reimagining leadership programs that honor every brain, this conversation challenges listeners to design workplaces and learning environments where everyone truly belongs.
Key Takeaways:
Inclusion by Design – Accessibility should be inherent in design, not an afterthought or special request.
Norms Can Change – Society’s “norms” are constructed and can be re-created to include everyone.
Neuroinclusion = Innovation – Cognitive diversity strengthens creativity, innovation, and problem-solving in business.
Self-Advocacy Journey – Discovering one’s neurodivergence later in life can bring grief but also empowerment and self-acceptance.
Feedback as Growth – Inclusion thrives when feedback is reframed as learning rather than criticism.
Tracy’s definition of inclusion:
Inclusion means everyone belongs. So let's co-create a world that works for everyone.
Tracy King’s Bio:
Tracy King is a trusted advisor to learning leaders seeking to build inclusive, high-performing, AI-enabled education programs. As CEO of InspirEd, Tracy partners with organizations to design scalable and impactful learning portfolios that drive engagement and measurable outcomes. With over 25 years in adult education, they specialize in neuroinclusive design and serve as Chair of the IACET Neuroinclusion in CE/T Research Group. Tracy is the author of the award-winning book Competitive Advantage and a contributor to Microlearning in the Digital Age. Their work has been featured in Forbes, USA Today, NBC, and more.
Connect with Tracy King:
Website: https://www.inspired-ed.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracykingceo/
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