Louise Zandian CEO
CEO of Lifeworks Staffordshire since 2006.
Louise has an MA in Autistic Spectrum, Post Graduate Diploma in Asperger Syndrome BEd (Hons), and an Undergraduate Certificate in Autism which gives her academic knowledge of the Autistic Spectrum. She has previous experience working in education, including Equality in Learning and Teacher Coordinator, Equality Diversity Consultant, and visiting lecturer at Staffordshire University. Practical knowledge of Supporting Autistic teenagers and adults as an advocate, mentor and social interpreter for Lifeworks clients. Louise provides training on ASC for professionals, including local colleges and universities, health and social care staff, and students. Louise has received the following awards: Autism Practitioner of the Year in Stoke 2017, Carer of the Year 2011 sponsored by N-u-L Volunteer services, and runner-up in the National Learning Disability Awards. She is committed to improving Autistic people's lives and their carers and campaigns for Autistic and ADHD services in Staffordshire.
Credentials
MA in Autistic Spectrum, Post Graduate Diploma in Asperger Syndrome BEd (Hons), and an Undergraduate Certificate in Autism