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Building a Better Workplace: How Inclusivity Fuels Growth at Aspiritech
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Building a Better Workplace: How Inclusivity Fuels Growth at Aspiritech

The Liquid Lunch Project Podcast | Episode 189

What if kindness could be your business's ultimate growth hack?

In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, we sit down with Tara May, CEO of Aspiritech, to discuss how embracing neurodiversity in the workplace isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a game changer for innovation, growth, and culture. Tara shares her journey from traditional corporate environments to leading a tech company where 93% of the staff is autistic. Along the way, she highlights actionable strategies for creating inclusive workplaces and the profound ROI of kindness.

About the Guest:

Tara May is the CEO of Aspiritech, a tech services company on a mission to provide meaningful employment for neurodivergent individuals, with a special focus on autistic adults. Tara’s insights are deeply personal, drawing from her own journey as a mom to a neurodivergent son and her passion for redefining what an inclusive workplace looks like.

Episode Highlights:

  • Defining Neurodiversity: What it means and why it matters in modern workplaces.

  • The ROI of Kindness: How Aspiritech increased revenue by 46% through compassionate leadership.

  • Supporting Neurodivergent Employees: Practical strategies for leaders and managers.

  • The Academy: Aspiritech’s groundbreaking training program for autistic job seekers.

  • Tara’s Personal Journey: How her son inspired her to champion neurodiversity.

  • Actionable Resources: Tips and tools for supporting neurodivergent team members.

Ready to unlock the full potential of your team and redefine workplace culture? Tune in to hear Tara’s inspiring story and actionable insights that could transform your business.


Favorite Quote:

“You will see your organization benefit and thrive if you think about your team members as humans with needs and you figure out how to support them. I promise you.”

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After decades of experience on Wall Street, in finance and building teams of all sizes in multiple industries, Matthew Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca have a world-class understanding of what it takes to scale (and fund) a successful business. They are here to share a No-BS approach to what is involved in growing an empire.
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