Melanie Francis
Mel Francis, Director of Neurodiversity at Work at Do-IT Solutions since 2023, is a leading figure in neuroinclusive HR with experience across public, private and non-profit sectors. A qualified neurodiversity practitioner, her professional journey began under the mentorship of Professor Amanda Kirby and is shaped by lived experience as a proud mum to a neurodivergent son. Mel helps organisations embed neuroinclusive practice across the employee lifecycle – from recruitment and onboarding to performance and progression – using tools like the Do-IT Profiler to reveal strengths and challenges. Known for blending expert HR knowledge with a warm, human-centred approach, she empowers leaders to recognise and support different ways of thinking, learning and working. Widely followed in the HR community, Mel is a sought-after speaker, trainer and consultant, committed to reframing neurodiversity in the workplace as a strength to be celebrated, not a challenge to be managed.