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Could a new way of looking at mental health issues in the business world be key to stronger talent recruiting and increased profitability? DS Architecture’s Jeffrey Meyers has committed his firm to building a cognitively diverse workforce and has discovered significant benefits to successfully accommodating mental health conditions. From ADHD to Bipolar Disorder to Depression, mental health affects thousands of the most creative, productive, and essential professionals. Research shows that embracing the mental health of your employees has a powerful positive influence on efficiency, productivity, and employee retention rate. Meyers will share his personal story of creating an environment where neurodivergent people thrive and how to use a cognitively diverse workforce as a competitive advantage.