Monday, October 28th, 2024 | 6pm-8pm
Unleashing the Hustle: How ADHD Fueled My Rise in NYC Journalism
Presentation by Cara Reedy
Part of our ADHD Awareness Month Series

Location: I Need That Art Gallery - 7735 Clayton Road, St. Louis, MO
Website: www.INeedThatArt.com

Join us for an inspiring evening with Cara Reedy, a powerhouse journalist whose work has been featured on CNN and NPR. Cara has not only made her mark in journalism, but she has also created compelling documentaries and now leads the Disabled Journalists Association. As a journalist who focuses on disability, Cara brings a unique perspective to her work, and in this presentation, she will share how ADHD became one of her greatest assets in navigating the competitive world of New York City journalism.

What to expect:

• Cara’s personal journey of transforming ADHD into a tool for success.

• Insights on how ADHD can be an advantage in high-pressure, fast-moving careers.

• Practical strategies for turning ADHD traits into professional assets.

Whether you're looking to harness your ADHD superpowers in your career or simply want to hear an inspiring story of triumph, this event is for you.

About the Speaker:
Cara Reedy is the Founder and Director of the Disabled Journalists Association. Reedy spent 10 years of her career at CNN producing documentaries as well as writing for various verticals, including Eatocracy and CNN Business. In 2019, she produced her most recent short documentary for The Guardian entitled Dwarfism and Me, an exploration of the treatment of Dwarfs in American society. She has spent the last four years studying disability and its coverage in the media. As part of her work, she trains newsrooms to tell more robust and investigative stories about disability. In addition to her work in the journalism industry, Reedy also works in narrative change in the film and tv industry and is a member of the TV Academy Diversity Committee.

Friday, October 25th, 2024 | 5pm-9pm
"Mise en Place; How a French Culinary Term Gave Me New Ways to Thrive with ADHD"
Presentation by Holly Fann
Part of our ADHD Awareness Month Series

Location: I Need That Art Gallery - 7735 Clayton Road, St. Louis, MO

Join us for an enlightening evening with Holly Fann, a celebrated food writer, chef, and ADHD advocate. Holly has been featured in national publications such as Eater, The Atlantic, and Southern Living. With her unique perspective as a creative with ADHD, Holly shares how the culinary principle of mise en place—"everything in its place"—transformed her life. Discover how this powerful concept, traditionally used to organize kitchens, helped her manage the chaos of ADHD and foster new ways to thrive, both professionally and personally.

What to expect:

• Holly's personal story of embracing mise en place to navigate ADHD challenges.

• A deeper look at the relationship between ADHD and food, with practical insights for better organization and focus.

• Delicious food samples—come hungry!

Whether you're seeking new tools to manage ADHD or simply interested in the intersections of food and creativity, this event promises to be both inspiring and informative.

Free admission!
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