Originally from Nigeria, Africa, Bayo has spent 20 years working in the field of neurological divergence, fulfilling various roles such as support professional, supervisor, manager, and director. 

Amy is Senior Faculty Specialist in the College of Education, Center for Transition and Career Innovation (CTCI) at the University of Maryland; she has a M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling/Supported Employment and Transition.

Audri works for Parents Place of Maryland. As a former Speech-Language Pathologist, she treated patients in hospitals in Texas, Chicago, and Los Angeles, specializing in neurologic communication and swallowing disorders. 

Creative Director, Founder at Barrier-Free. Britt has a background in creating original theater for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and those on the autism spectrum. 

Cody's a YouTube content creator specializing in horror movie reviews.

Support Professional and Parent.

Donna made the decision to leave her career as a ballet choreographer to focus solely on improving the lives of people like her son Alex. The Difference 2-17 was born and it continues to be driven by passion and determination.

Doug is the Director at Hussman Center for Adults with Autism (Towson University).

Support Broker & Disability Supports Specialist. Jamie has years of experience in special education & behavior management working with individuals with autism, and helping support families as a Coordinator of Community Service (CCS).

Parent of a child with autism. Public health professional/ executive with expertise in behavioral health.

Laura Karp, OTD, MS OTR/L, MS Ed. is an experienced occupational therapist with a passion for empowering individuals to live life to the fullest. With over 15 years in the field of special education and respite care, Laura has worked with students of all ages to overcome challenges and achieve their fullest potential. Dedicated to promoting independence and improving quality of life, Laura strives to make occupational therapy accessible, engaging, and practical for every client and family she serves. 

Executive Director, Founder at Barrier-Free.

Principal Consultant at Burley Transition Consulting, retired Transition Coordinator (40 years).

Maria is the director of the UMass Boston Transition Leadership program. Her work includes transition services evaluation, online course development, and teaching, as well as face-to-face training and technical assistance.

Parent

Special Educator and Parent.

Parent.

Adult Life Planner. Sarah works to guide, plan and prepare individuals with autism for all the roles and responsibilities around adulthood. Typically this could include strategies, resources, and goal-setting to assist with important life skills, independence, and transition planning. 

Teacher, Instructional Team Leader and Parent.

Founder/Director for Forgiveness Factor
Director of the SRC for CYSHCN at the Waisman Center, WI

Special Educator/Transition Coordinator/Workbased Learning Supervisor at Pascack Valley Regional High School District.
Director of Adult Services for Learners' Compass