Lucy Smith
Lucy is the founder of Inclusive Change, an award-winning organisation based in South Gloucestershire, near Bristol.
Fresh from training as a stand-up comedian, she blends education and entertainment to challenge assumptions and spark real change. Drawing on a career in law enforcement and intelligence, education and change management, Lucy brings sharp insight, wit, and practical expertise to her work.
She has become a leading voice on neurodiversity in the workplace, working with international clients across tech, cyber security, education, and the public sector to build inclusive cultures, reduce burnout, and unlock the full potential of diverse teams. Whether delivering keynote talks, training leaders, or supporting frontline staff, Lucy’s approach is rooted in lived experience, evidence, and real-world impact.
Session
In recent years, interest in neurodiversity has grown, but awareness alone isn’t enough. It’s time to move beyond what and why, and focus on how. The future of cyber security depends on our ability to support brilliant, diverse minds and that means turning inclusion into action.
In high-stakes cyber environments, requests for reasonable adjustments are often misunderstood as risks. But failing to support neurodivergent professionals can lead to burnout, errors, and lost talent, issues that directly impact team performance and security outcomes. This talk explores how inclusive practice strengthens resilience and reduces organisational risk.
Learn to distinguish red flags from reasonable requests, and reframe adjustments as smart, strategic tools for building high-performing, future-ready cyber teams.