Lucy Smith

Neurodiversity & Inclusive Change Speaker, Facilitator, Compare

Lucy Smith, a keynote speaker on neurodiversity, resilience & inclusive change, helps organisations build inclusive, adaptive cultures that thrive on difference. 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.

Neurodiversity in the workplace

Delivering practical workshops, interactive webinars and tailored team development sessions.

Lucy explores how embracing neurodiversity drives creativity, collaboration and wellbeing at work.

-Understanding the strengths and challenges of neurodivergent colleagues

-Practical adjustments and inclusive communication strategies for teams

-Building a culture where neurodivergent talent can thrive and contribute fully

What do other people say?

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

Ready to bring inclusive change to your next event? Book Lucy now

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The blog

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Our Team Recommends: Books, TV Shows and Creators Championing Neurodiversity

March 17, 2025•1 min read

Looking for books, TV shows, and influencers that celebrate neurodiversity? Our team have got you covered.

Check out our favourite voices and top recommendations to learn, relate, and be inspired.

Books

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Strong Female Character
Fern Brady
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Unmasking Autism
Dr Devon Price
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Dirty Laundry
Rich and Rox Pink
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ADHD - An A-Z
Leanne Maskell
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The Asperger's and Me: Girl with the Curly Hair
Alis Rowe
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Scatterbrain
Shaparak Khorsandi
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Taking Charge of Adult ADHD
Russell A. Barkely PhD
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What my Bones Know: A Memoir of Healing from Complex Trauma
Stephanie Foo
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Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving
Pete Walker
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How to ADHD
Jessica McCabe
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The Canary Code
Ludmila Praslova
https://amzn.to/3F493xa

ADHD 2.0
Edward M. Hallowell M.D. & John J. Ratey M.D.
https://amzn.to/3QK9TSs

Neurodiversity at Work: Drive Innovation, Performance and Productivity with a Neurodiverse Workforce
Amanda Kirby & Theo Smith
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Neurodiversity and Education
Paul Ellis & Amanda Kirby & Abby Osborne
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The Resilience Framework: Organizing for Sustained Viability (Work, Organization, and Employment)
Stefan Tengblad & Margerita Oudhuis
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