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Ling Huang is the President and CEO of Technology North Corporation, a local IT professional service and technology provider that specializes in innovation product development and marketing, infrastructure management, and high-quality senior professional services. In this episode, KJ and Ling explore the misconceptions surrounding autism, emphasizing that those with autism are not disabled but simply different, and explore the societal and employment challenges faced by individuals on the spectrum. He introduces a revolutionary business model that not only creates a supportive workplace environment for people with autism but also turns their unique skills into a productive asset, generating significant revenue and fostering inclusivity in the tech industry. Ling's personal connection to the cause, as a father to a son with autism, drives his commitment to making a radical change and ensuring a supportive future for individuals on the spectrum.



Key Takeaways:

06:29 Understanding Autism: Beyond the Labels

09:11 The Growing Challenge of Autism in Society

10:54 Navigating the Costs and Challenges of Autism Support

15:28 Rethinking Employment for People with Autism

23:04 Expanding Services and Embracing Data's Potential

23:17 Creating a Supportive and Inclusive Workplace

27:25 Engineering Solutions for Autism Inclusion

36:02 Building a Community Beyond Employment



Quote of the Show (15:30):

"Employment for people with autism isn't just about jobs; it's about creating a space where they feel like they belong to a community." - Ling Huang



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Ways to connect with Ling Huang

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lingh

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ling_huang

Company Website: https://www.technologynorth.net/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technology-north-corporation/



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Ling Huang is the President and CEO of Technology North Corporation, a local IT professional service and technology provider that specializes in innovation product development and marketing, infrastructure management, and high-quality senior professional services. In this episode, KJ and Ling explore the misconceptions surrounding autism, emphasizing that those with autism are not disabled but simply different, and explore the societal and employment challenges faced by individuals on the spectrum. He introduces a revolutionary business model that not only creates a supportive workplace environment for people with autism but also turns their unique skills into a productive asset, generating significant revenue and fostering inclusivity in the tech industry. Ling's personal connection to the cause, as a father to a son with autism, drives his commitment to making a radical change and ensuring a supportive future for individuals on the spectrum.
 
Key Takeaways:
06:29 Understanding Autism: Beyond the Labels
09:11 The Growing Challenge of Autism in Society
10:54 Navigating the Costs and Challenges of Autism Support
15:28 Rethinking Employment for People with Autism
23:04 Expanding Services and Embracing Data's Potential
23:17 Creating a Supportive and Inclusive Workplace
27:25 Engineering Solutions for Autism Inclusion
36:02 Building a Community Beyond Employment
 
Quote of the Show (15:30):
"Employment for people with autism isn't just about jobs; it's about creating a space where they feel like they belong to a community." - Ling Huang
 
Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome.
 
Want PR that actually matters? Get 30 minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: <a href="https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval">https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval</a>
 
Ways to connect with Ling Huang
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lingh">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lingh</a>    
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/ling_huang">https://twitter.com/ling_huang</a> 
Company Website: <a href="https://www.technologynorth.net/">https://www.technologynorth.net/</a> 
Company LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/technology-north-corporation/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/technology-north-corporation/</a> 
 
How to get more Disruption/Interruption: 
Amazon Music - <a href="https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption">https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption</a>
Apple Podcast - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755</a>
Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlD">https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlD</a>

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