People of The 'Pool

“There are different types of brains in the world and that is a good thing” Nannette Mellor- People of The Pool Ep 12

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Episode notes

In this episode, we meet Nanette Mellor, CEO of The Brain Charity, who helps people with all forms of neurological conditions lead longer, healthier, happier lives. 

Sophie and Nanette discuss topics such as:

• Nanette’s background, her “tribe” and how she got into this kind of work 
• The benefits of a neurodivergent community 
• The big players in business who are neurodivergent 
• The practical hands-on help the charity gives to vulnerable people and families 
• What Nanette is most proud of: How The Brain Charity earns a lot of their money through business activities 
• Liverpool as The Brain Charity's birthplace and why it is a great base for charities: the strong "can do" attitude in Liverpool, the fact that it is accessible and welcoming and the calibre of people
• What the future holds for The Brain Charity 
• Technological advances that are helping compassion and empathy and helping people with specific conditions overcome challenges 
• Neurodivergence is a gift

Follow Nanette here
LinkedIn: @Nanette Mellor
Twitter: @NanetteMellor 

Watch the episode on YouTube here

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