Jaime A. Heidel

Jaime is a late-diasnosed Autistic woman who specializes in translating Autistic communication and behavior to their neurotypical loved ones and vice versa.  In addition to writing long-form content on her blog, http://www.thearticulateautistic.com, she also sparks lively discussion on her instagram page that helps Autistic people find connection and validation.  Jaime also offers private consulting translation sessions, and she's currently working on her first full-length tentatively titles, "What Did I Do Wrong?" - A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Preventing Traumatic Misunderstandings Between Autistic  and Their Loved Ones.  

Doug Blecher

Doug Blecher is the founder of Autism Personal Coach.  Autism Personal Coach for over a decade has been providing Autistic Adults and teens with extraordinary support to live self-sufficient and purpose-driven lives through customized life coaching and community events. To learn more about Autism Personal Coach visit https://autismpersonalcoach.com.

Daren Howard

Daren Howard is the Deputy Director of The Autism Society of Minnesota, is an Autistic parent of an Autistic child and a nonprofit leader for more than 15 years of relevant experience.  In addition to serving as the Deputy Director at The Autism Society of Minnesota, he also serves as a member of the Board of Directors at InPlay, a nonprofit that seeks to to increase equitable access to afterschool and summer learning programs.  Daren earned his MBA at California State University Dominquez Hills.  He lives in Apple Valley, Minnesota with his spouse, Jacks, their child and their pets Ziggy and Ricky Bobby.

Dr. Devon Price

Devon Price, PhD, is a social psychologist, professor, author, and proud Autistic person.  His research has appeared in journals such as the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, and the Journal of Positive Psychology.   Devon's writing has appeared in outlets such as Financial Times, HuffPost, Slate, Jacobin, Business Insider, LitHub, and on PBS and NPR.  He lives in Chicago, where he serves as an assistant professor at Loyola University Chicago's School of Continuing and Professional Studies. 

Robert Schmus

Ashlyn Baker

Ashlyn Baker, MA, LCMHCA, is a queer and Autistic clinical mental health therapist. She specializes in working with folks who are queer, neurodivergent, or just exploring their identities, helping them embrace their brains.  She is also a speaker and advocate for the neurodivergent community and hosts a weekly podcast with her husband called I Married Your Therapist.