Kim Tagge

Kim Tagge is an entrepreneur, activist, and educator recognized as an advocate for exceptional populations. She is passionate about opportunity and eliminating barriers for those with autism. Kim is the mother of two amazing young adults with autism and has been driving in the special needs lane for over 15 years. As a former high-tech entrepreneur, an educator, and now the Director for a non-profit focused on building better futures for adults with autism Kim provides a unique view on the need for innovative partnerships between education, community leaders and the technology industry.
Kim’s experience in high-tech gives her the confidence that the strengths of autism are well suited to the field, but knows it takes the right type of education and training to make that possible. She is passionate about holistic living for individuals with autism, and that requires cross-functional initiatives that are as unique as the individual with autism.

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