Theo Smith

Theo Smith is a neurodiversity consultant, talent acquisition leader, and author focused on helping organisations build more inclusive and effective hiring systems. With more than 15 years in HR and talent leadership, Theo has worked across health, technology, and education, redesigning recruitment systems and talent operations to improve fairness, efficiency, and candidate experience. He has led and re-engineered hiring functions within major organisations including the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, while advising global brands, governments, and universities on inclusive workforce strategies. Theo is the co-author of the award-winning book Neurodiversity at Work, widely recognised as a practical guide for organisations seeking to better support neurodivergent employees. His influence extends through his podcast Neurodiversity with Theo Smith and his widely followed commentary as a LinkedIn Top Voice. He is also the founder of Neurodiversity at Work Ltd and the technology platform Neuromine, which connects organisations with neuroinclusive services and tools. Theo has trained over 50,000 professionals across 25 countries in neurodiversity best practices, working with leadership teams, HR professionals, and talent acquisition specialists to rethink how organisations identify and support talent. His keynote presentations combine research, lived experience, and practical insight to explore how inclusive hiring approaches can strengthen innovation, productivity, and workplace culture. Organisations gain a clearer understanding of how small structural changes in recruitment, management, and team dynamics can unlock overlooked talent and create more adaptable workforces. Book Theo to transform your organisation's approach to talent and unlock the potential of neurodivergent professionals.