In this episode of Founders, Future, host Laura Skinner sits down with Ed Thompson, founder of Uptimize, to discuss how companies can embrace neurodiversity to drive innovation, productivity, and collaboration. Ed shares his journey—from experiencing a traumatic brain injury to recognizing the need for better workplace inclusion of different thinking styles.

He explains how Uptimize helps teams understand and optimize their diverse cognitive strengths, working with major companies like Google, Microsoft, and J.P. Morgan. The conversation dives into Uptimize’s go-to-market strategy, the challenges of scaling a category-defining company, and the potential of B2C expansion. Ed also shares insights on how businesses can create a culture that supports every brain type.

Whether you're a leader looking to build a more inclusive team or an entrepreneur navigating growth challenges, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.