Extraordinary mindCalifornia-based non-profit training academy that works to bring young adults into digital arts roles on autism spectrum, appointed four new professionals in its board of directors; Doug Gardner, Tim Gobron, Renard t. Jenkins and Maria O’Holtern.
Petricia a. Turn said, “These individuals bring a wide range of expertise to lead EM as we expand their programs to provide a meaningful career route for autistic talent in the entertainment industry,” Petricia A. Turn said,
Chairman of the Board. “We are thrilled to welcome four new members, effectively increasing our governance board by 50%. Their passion for diversity, equity and inclusion, together with their dedication to empower our students and alumni, will help to pursue our mission and ensure that the extraordinary brain will be as a leader in neurodivers talent development Keep flowing. ,
Exceptional brain students and graduates have gone to join the Disney TV animation, CBS Sports, Mattal, Dreamworks Animation and NBCUNIVERsal. Other alumni have fielded full -time positions in Marvel, Cartoon Network and Nickelodian Studios.
Gardner attended the Eco Horizon School in 2024 as the director of his finance and operations.
Finance, facilities, IT and health/safety work.
Gobran is a managing director of talent and organization in Accenture. He acts as a global
Leading to the team. He has more than 28 years of experience in organizational changes and changes and organizational analytics, working with customers in many industries and geography. With two neurodiors sons, Gobron has a passion for neurodivers talent and inclusion. He is a member
Accession’s Neurodiversity Employees Resources Group (ERG) leads the team, and also works on
Board of Autism Society of San Diego.
Jenkins is the President and CEO of I2A2 Technologies, Studios and Labs. A software development and consultation firm specializes in the creation of morally responsible tools, solutions and experiences.
He first served as Senior Vice President, Production Integration and Creative Technology Services
In Warner Brothers.
O’Hollearn is a technical executive, multicultural market and global business strategist
20 years experience in leadership, management, sales and training. He is the founder and CEO of ivylatina, a counselor dedicated to run business development through executive participation, with A.
Strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion.
