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Thursday, January 31, 2019

The Firm Whose Staff Are All Autistic



“On first inspection it seems like any other Los Angeles-based company…Auticon is one of only a handful of companies that cater exclusively for employees who are on the autistic spectrum.” #autism #autismawareness #DCASA 

On first inspection it seems like any other Los Angeles-based company, with tasteful art on the white walls and calm-inducing diffusers dotted about.

Peter describes the working atmosphere as "quiet, but fun", and especially likes the fact that there is no pressure to socialise, while Evan says of his employers that they are "very accommodating and understanding". Brian describes his office as "unique".

Auticon is one of only a handful of companies that cater exclusively for employees who are on the autistic spectrum.

Formerly known as MindSpark before being acquired by German-based Auticon, the firm was founded by Gray Benoist who, as the father of two autistic sons, saw few options in the workplace that could cater for their needs.

"Both are incredibly capable and smart and deserve an opportunity to be able to express that," he told the BBC on a recent visit to the company.

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arby, Intellectual Disabilities, RCM of Washington, Susan Brooks, 

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