Vera Herzmann

In tech, some of the most innovative minds think differently – and that difference is often misunderstood. People with ADHD, Autism, or High Sensitivity bring unique strengths like deep focus, pattern recognition, creativity, empathy, and sharp intuition. Yet many workplaces still see neurodivergence as a challenge, rather than recognizing it for the powerful asset it truly is.

This keynote challenges that mindset and reframes neurodiversity as a competitive advantage in business. Drawing from lived experience and years of organizational consulting, you’ll gain a science-backed understanding of neurodiversity, hear real-world stories from the workplace, and explore how recognizing and embracing neurodivergent talent can unlock hidden potential in teams.

Whether you build, design, manage, or lead, this session will shift your perspective, spark meaningful dialogue, and leave you with practical tools to apply in your own professional setting.

Neuro-Festival - Wir feiern unsere Neurodiversität!

Vertraue deiner Wahrnehmung; sie ist dein Leben! Für erhöht Neurosensitive, zu denen auch Menschen mit Hochsensibilität, ADHS, Autismus oder Legasthenie gehören, ist es existenziell, dass sie ihrer erhöhten Wahrnehmung vertrauen können, was leider noch zu selten der Fall ist! Ohne gute Verbindung zu unserer Wahrnehmung ist unser Leben leer und schwarz. Sobald wir aber mit unserer erhöhten Wahrnehmung gut verbunden sind, kann dieser vermeintliche Fluch zum Segen, ja sogar zu deiner Superpower werden!

https://www.neuro-festival.ch

'It’s a superpower': Vera Herzmann on how we can embrace neurosensitivity in the workplace

As a part of our blog series ‘Career with neurodiversity’, we are talking with our neurodiverse colleagues to find out how this condition intersects with their work life. This time it’s Vera Herzmann, our Senior Consulting Manager, she shares her story about being highly sensitive.