Startup Profile

Stardust Zone

Florianópolis, Santa Catarina (SC), Brazil

Empowering neurodivergent talent worldwide with innovative EdTech/HRTech solutions

The Problem:

Neurodivergent individuals, including those as autistics, ADHDs, dyslexics, and giftedness, are significantly underrepresented in the workforce despite their immense potential, particularly in STEAM fields. They often face challenges in finding inclusive companies that appreciate and harness their unique talents. Concurrently, corporations struggle with understanding, attracting, and retaining neurodivergent talent, missing out on the innovation and diverse perspectives they bring.

The Solution:

B2B Solutions: 1) Corporate Education/ Literacy Journehy in Neurodiversity, Accessibility, and Inclusion 2) Digital Assessment on DEIA with a Neurodivergent Focus 3) Job Opportunities Communication and Match 4) Consulting Solution Journey for Accessibility and Inclusion within Corporate Processes B2C Solutions: 1) Support Community for Neurodivergents 2) Career Mentoring | General and Leadership Tracks 3) Job Opportunities Communication and Match 4) Courses in Hard/Soft Skills in STEAM

The Differentiator:

We are neurodivergent leaders and experts in neurodiversity education and workforce accessibility, with over 20 years of combined experience. We develop tech-based solutions in EdTech and HRTech for STEAM corporations and the neurodivergent professional community, including autistic, ADHD, gifted, and dyslexic individuals. We also lead community engagement, conduct research, and advocate for neurodiversity inclusion, ensuring businesses and neurodivergent professionals benefit from our approach.

Biggest Achievement:

More than 1000 corporate members trained by Stardust Zone + at least 250 neurodivergent folks impacted by Stardust's events and short courses + 2 jobs matched.

Programme themes:

Social Tech

Team members:

Sarah Fernn

CEO and Founder

Yan Barros

Head of Data Engineering and A.I. Strategy

Natália Zomer Righetto

Head of Legal Department

Thierry Cintra Marcondes

Board Member | Accessibility & PwD Inclusion

Danielle Costa

Board Member | Gender Equity in STEAM

Rafael Biemmi

Board Member | Compliance & Quality

Andre Comunale

Board Member | Investment & Catalytic Capital

Christine Schröeder

Board Member | HR Science & Neurodiversity