Eighth Annual Learning Differences Conference
Save the date for the 8th Annual Learning Differences Conference
Globally renowned cognitive scientist and neurodiversity expert, Dr. Maureen Dunne to deliver the keynote.
Social & Emotional Factors that Impact Learning: Strategies to Help Students Thrive
- When: Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 1-2:30pm, Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Where: Virtual Event
- Cost: $30 per person, registration is required. Free to current Wheeler and Hamilton community. Those interested should email margotmiller@wheelerschool.org to learn how to sign up for free.
- *Please Note: Registration will open in November.*
About Dr. Dunne
Dr. Maureen Dunne is a globally renowned cognitive scientist, neurodiversity expert, and social entrepreneur who has served as a senior adviser to some of the world’s top brands, Fortune 500 companies, educational institutions, and philanthropic foundations. She approaches her work from the perspective of a trained professional who lives the experience of being neurodiverse. With the goal of helping them be more neuroinclusive, she has presented to and advised for esteemed corporations including, but not limited to Blue Cross Blue Shield, 3M, NASA, the United Nations, and Simon & Schuster.
She is the author of “The Neurodiversity Edge: The Essential Guide to Embracing Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Neurological Differences for Any Organization.”
A social impact entrepreneur at heart, Dr. Dunne co-founded the Autism Angels Group and the Neurodiverse Entrepreneur Program to establish critical support and opportunity pathways for neurodivergent/neurodistinct entrepreneurs. She also pioneered the Davos Neurodiversity Summit during the World Economic Forum as she saw a need for neuroinclusive leadership, educators, and business partners to come together to solve our greatest challenges.
She received the 2024 Impact Award from the Golden Apple Foundation for her impact on education and the 2025 PBS Difference Makers Award.