Embracing Neurodiversity in Tech with Tara May
Thu Dec 11 2025
In this transformative episode, I sit down with the extraordinary Tara May, CEO of Aspiritech and a global advocate for neurodiversity. Tara’s work is reshaping the tech industry by honouring the brilliance, precision, and unique strengths of neurodivergent minds.
Tara shares her personal journey through corporate digital transformation roles into the heart of purpose-driven leadership, where she now leads a company in which 90% of the team are autistic adults. Her commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and empowering environments is redefining what’s possible for organisations everywhere.
Together, we explore the more profound truths of neurodiversity — the beauty of diverse thinking styles, the importance of belonging, and the structural changes needed in both education and corporate culture. Tara offers grounded, actionable guidance for leaders who are ready to embrace inclusivity, not as a checkbox, but as a decisive strategic advantage.
This conversation is for every visionary leader who knows the new world of business requires compassion, humanity, and the courage to lead differently.
Episode Flow:
00:00 — Welcome to the Visionary New Earth Leaders Podcast00:53 — Meet Tara May: A trailblazer in neurodiversity and tech01:44 — Tara’s personal journey with neurodiversity03:20 — Challenges and breakthroughs within education systems05:31 — Creating truly inclusive workplaces10:15 — Understanding sensory and social needs18:11 — Transforming organisations through neurodiversity21:15 — Final thoughts & how to connect
Connect with Tara May:
Website: https://www.aspiritech.orgLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taranmay/
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In this transformative episode, I sit down with the extraordinary Tara May, CEO of Aspiritech and a global advocate for neurodiversity. Tara’s work is reshaping the tech industry by honouring the brilliance, precision, and unique strengths of neurodivergent minds. Tara shares her personal journey through corporate digital transformation roles into the heart of purpose-driven leadership, where she now leads a company in which 90% of the team are autistic adults. Her commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and empowering environments is redefining what’s possible for organisations everywhere. Together, we explore the more profound truths of neurodiversity — the beauty of diverse thinking styles, the importance of belonging, and the structural changes needed in both education and corporate culture. Tara offers grounded, actionable guidance for leaders who are ready to embrace inclusivity, not as a checkbox, but as a decisive strategic advantage. This conversation is for every visionary leader who knows the new world of business requires compassion, humanity, and the courage to lead differently. Episode Flow: 00:00 — Welcome to the Visionary New Earth Leaders Podcast00:53 — Meet Tara May: A trailblazer in neurodiversity and tech01:44 — Tara’s personal journey with neurodiversity03:20 — Challenges and breakthroughs within education systems05:31 — Creating truly inclusive workplaces10:15 — Understanding sensory and social needs18:11 — Transforming organisations through neurodiversity21:15 — Final thoughts & how to connect Connect with Tara May: Website: https://www.aspiritech.orgLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taranmay/