Disrupting Disability Norms: Cait Russell on Empowering Autism-Focused Tech Startups & Inclusive Work Opportunities
In this episode, Cait Russell, COO of Multiple, shares her journey from occupational therapy to leading a nonprofit accelerator for autism-focused technology. She explores how innovation can scale impact beyond individual support, helping better serve neurodivergent individuals across education and employment.
The conversation highlights the need for more meaningful career pathways, inclusive hiring practices, and stronger connections between schools, employers, and emerging tech. Cait also offers insight into how startups are building tools that address real gaps—and why doing good and building sustainable businesses must go hand in hand.
The conversation highlights the need for more meaningful career pathways, inclusive hiring practices, and stronger connections between schools, employers, and emerging tech. Cait also offers insight into how startups are building tools that address real gaps—and why doing good and building sustainable businesses must go hand in hand.
