Lucy Smith

Speaker, Facilitator, Compare

Inspiring audiences & making a difference

Neurodiversity | Managing Change | Resilience

Life Stories | Social Enterprise

Authentic storytelling that makes a difference

Hi, I am Lucy!

Some people call me the "pocket rocket". I think that is because I have passion and energy to bring out the best in an audience.

I have been working with audiences for almost 25 years in many guises - Lecturer, radio presenter, drama teacher, children's entertainer (I have been a professional fairy) facilitator, compare and speaker.

As a speaker I believe there has to be some substance behind us and I sure have that too. Not being able to settle and always saying "YES" to opportunities has led to a whole lot of experience that informs my work and my presentations.

At my core I am a purpose led social entrepreneur who loves to start a conversation about topics that matter.

I start those conversations with stories some that will surprise and some that will inspire. I talk about some difficult stuff and combine my unique expertise and knowledge.

Relatable, authentic and thought provoking

Lucy x

Neurodiversity

What is your perspective?

I come from a range of different perspectives when I talk about neurodiversity. From pedagogy, organisation development and leadership, research, personal and family and real lived experience. With a a strengths based approach I talk positively and with passion about change and neurodiversity in work, school and community.

I engage audiences to get them thinking and start conversations that will make and does make a lasting difference.

Change Management

Let me meet you at your

bus-stop

In the world of change management, it's not about imposing a new route; it's about understanding where you're starting from.

I have spent a decade working with senior leaders in transformational change where I have learned that change is often an individual journey and we will all join that journey from a different bus-stop.

I combine theory with reality and always have an eye on the future.

Life Stories

The secret change agent

A wealth of stories based on real lived experience with plenty of lessons for the future. Spilling some my secrets on here would be giving away some of my best work which you will want to hear straight from the source.

Oh, okay, let's just say I can talk about resilience, royalty, and some really fun stuff from a career in international law enforcement,

Social Enterprise

Making a difference - the torch that lights the stars

Lighting people up to make sustainable change happen is a big part of what I do. From setting up a community radio station to developing an innovative and groundbreaking conference around digital wellbeing and young people.

I talk the talk and walk the walk when it comes to social enterprise, from grass roots to engagement at the highest levels right up to Downing Street.

What do other people say?

Don't take it from me, here is what others say about working with me.

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If U Care Share Foundation

neurodiversity at work | Events

July 01, 2025•2 min read

Creating Neuro-Inclusive Conversations with If U Care Share Foundation

We were thrilled to deliver a lively and insightful neurodiversity training session for the dedicated team at If U Care Share. With their vital mission to support families affected by suicide, the session focused on building greater awareness, understanding, and inclusion both within their team and the communities they serve.

The training, led by Lucy Smith, explored the rich landscape of neurodiversity, particularly ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and dyspraxia. One especially resonant moment came when we discussed ADHD using a powerful metaphor:

A neurotypical brain can open a drawer, take what it needs, and close it again. An ADHD brain, on the other hand, has four drawers open at once. Most of the contents spill onto the floor, and while trying to complete three tasks simultaneously, it’s easily distracted by the mess it's just created.

This simple analogy sparked a powerful reflection on how different minds experience the world and how much more we can do to build supportive, responsive environments.

We also talked about how to shape working environments that suit everyone, including those with sensory needs, executive function challenges, or a need for flexibility. From creating calm spaces and offering clear communication, to understanding how small adjustments can prevent burnout, every aspect was considered through a compassionate and inclusive lens.

The goal was to empower the If U Care Share team to feel confident in supporting each other and the neurodivergent families they walk alongside. Together, we are building a workplace and a world that celebrates cognitive diversity as a strength, not a barrier.

If your team is ready to build a more inclusive, understanding, and empowering environment for neurodivergent colleagues and communities, we’d love to support you on that journey.

Explore our Neurodiversity Training for Organisations and discover how small changes can create big impact.

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