Lisa Garrelts
Born and raised in Heidelberg, Germany—a city steeped in philosophy—Lisa Garrelts grew up in a family of doctors, entrepreneurs, and scientists, where curiosity and exploration were as natural as conversation.
That innate drive led her to delve deeply into psychology, neuroscience, evolutionary psychiatry, social anthropology, and epigenetics, ultimately founding NeuroMynds, a global movement dedicated to empowering neurodivergent individuals and redefining how we work, learn, and connect.
With over 17 years of experience in Transformation, Organizational Development, and People & Culture across Life Sciences and Tech, Lisa Garrelts has shaped high-performing cultures, built global teams from the ground up, and hired 1,600+ talents worldwide—all while cutting attrition and time-to-hire through culture-led strategies. Her approach blends operational rigor with human-first leadership, always connecting strategy to purpose, well-being, and measurable impact.
NeuroMynds is more than an initiative; it’s a call to evolution. Lisa Garrelts believes neuroinclusion is the future of innovation, and that organizations thrive when difference drives creativity, trust, and belonging.
When not rethinking systems or advancing NeuroMynds, you’ll find her exploring new places, digitally detoxing in nature, and connecting with inspiring people—always led by curiosity, kindness, and a love for learning.