In this special Pride Month episode of Impact Talks, recorded in honour of Neurodiversity Pride Day, Katie Boyle, Sales Enablement Manager at Haymarket, is joined by Kit Gidley, Salesforce Administrator and one of Haymarket’s Neurodiverse Champions.

Together, Katie and Kit explore the intersection of neurodiversity and identity through Kit’s experiences as a gay, neurodivergent person living with ADHD, dyspraxia and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). They reflect on his journey to a formal diagnosis, the feeling of having to ‘come out’ more than once, and how navigating both identities has shaped his confidence, sense of belonging and understanding of himself.

The conversation also touches on masking, the pressure to fit societal norms, and what it’s like navigating LGBTQIA+ spaces as a neurodivergent person. Along the way, they share practical insights on how colleagues can better support one another, and why taking the time to understand different lived experiences matters.

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In the second part of our National Carers Week special, host Jude Owen continues the conversation with Roisin Kennedy and Trevor Simpson, exploring the realities of being a parent carer beyond the workplace.

Roisin and Trevor discuss the challenges of navigating support systems, the importance of community, and how caring responsibilities can sometimes feel isolating.

They also reflect on how greater awareness, understanding and acceptance across society could help create a more supportive environment for carers and their families.

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In the first of a two-part National Carers Week special, host Jude Owen, Video and Podcast Producer at Haymarket, is joined by Roisin Kennedy, Account Director for Green Solutions, and Trevor Simpson, Head of Production Operations.

Together, Roisin and Trevor share their experiences of balancing caring responsibilities with work, offering insight into the realities of being a parent carer in the workplace. They discuss the challenges they face, what colleagues may not always see behind the scenes, and the importance of creating a supportive and understanding working environment.

The conversation also explores the support available to carers at Haymarket and why greater understanding of carers' experiences matters.

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