Our Approach:

We operate from a Universal Workforce Design philosophy.

This means:

  • Solutions that support those who struggle most improve outcomes for everyone

  • Support should be usable in real time, not just theoretically available

  • Performance improves when stress, overwhelm, and isolation are addressed directly

ND Visionary Partners does not sell neurodivergence support.

We deliver workplace performance infrastructure.

ND Visionary Partners exists to solve a problem most organizations quietly struggle with:

People are expected to perform at a high level — without real-time support for how work actually happens.

We partner with organizations to improve workplace performance and wellbeing through practical, accessible, and scalable support systems.

Our work focuses on execution, capacity, and sustainability — not diagnoses, labels, or one-size-fits-all solutions.

The Hive:

Our Core Platform

The Hive is our flagship offering and the foundation of our corporate work.

It provides:

  • Daily, live performance support

  • Structured accountability

  • Coach-moderated environments

  • Scalable access for large organizations

The Hive bridges the gap between:

  • Wellness programs that exist on paper

  • And the real demands employees face every day

Who We Serve

We work with:

  • Mid-to-large organizations

  • Knowledge-based workforces

  • HR, People Ops, Benefits, and L&D leaders

  • Executive teams seeking sustainable performance improvement

Our clients often come to us when:

  • Engagement scores are slipping

  • Managers report stalled momentum

  • Burnout is affecting morale or attendance

  • Turnover is increasing

  • “We’ve tried everything” is being said

What Makes Us Different

ND Visionary Partners focuses on daily functioning,

not abstract motivation.

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We provide:

  • Live support instead of passive tools

  • Ongoing access instead of one-off interventions

  • Practical execution help instead of generic advice

  • Human moderation instead of automation alone

The result is a workforce that is:

  • More focused

  • More consistent

  • More supported

  • More capable of sustained performance

Our Commitment

We are committed to:

  • Practical, ethical support

  • Clear boundaries between performance support and clinical care

  • Scalable solutions that work across diverse teams

  • Helping organizations improve outcomes without increasing risk

If your organization is ready to move beyond surface-level wellness solutions and invest in real performance support, we’re ready to talk.

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Our Advisory Board

Matt St. Louis

Vice President, Associate General Counsel and Assistant Secretary Zimmer Biomet

Matt joined Zimmer Biomet in December 2021 as its Vice President, Associate General Counsel and Assistant Secretary.  He advises the company’s Board of Directors, oversees its stock compensation programs and advises on its filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.  Matt also serves as a director of OrthoWorx, Inc., a nonprofit corporation supporting the long-term sustainability and growth of the orthopedic sector in Warsaw, Indiana.

Previously, Matt worked at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis the as Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of the.  Prior to that, he represented business, nonprofit, municipal and individual clients in private practice.  

Matt received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Michigan, his Masters in Business Administration from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business and his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from the Indiana University Mauer School of Law.  Matt is the proud parent of a Purdue graduate and of a Purdue student and lives in Warsaw with his family.

Kristy Busija 

CEO and Founder of Next Conversation Consulting

Kristy Busija is the CEO and Founder of Next Conversation Consulting and is widely known for one thing: making sense out of chaos. Before becoming an award-winning business owner, best-selling author, and Forbes contributor, clients simply called her when things felt messy, stuck, or unclear—because she has a rare ability to see patterns where others see problems.

 

With more than 25 years of experience in corporate leadership, talent development, and organizational strategy, Kristy brings a practical, business-minded lens to culture, leadership, and change. She doesn’t speak in theory or buzzwords. She translates complex challenges into clear, actionable steps leaders can use immediately.

 

Kristy works with organizations across industries to build cultures where people can do their best work and leaders know how to navigate uncertainty without losing momentum. Her work has been recognized with a Gold Brandon Hall Award for Best Unique or Innovative Leadership Development Program, and her insights are frequently sought after by executives, boards, and leadership teams.

Meet Our Leadership Team

  • Danielle Ralston

    Danielle Ralston

    Founder & CEO

    MBA, MSW, ADHD-CCSP, PhD (c)

    Certified in CBT, DBT, REBT, and NLP

    Danielle is the Founder and CEO of ND Hive and a nationally recognized expert in neurodivergent performance, executive function, and sustainable workplace design. With more than 25 years of experience supporting neurodivergent individuals across education, healthcare, and professional environments, she brings a rare combination of clinical training, business acumen, and lived systems insight to her work with organizations.

    Danielle has worked with more than 1,500 neurodivergent individuals ages 10 to 70, including employees, leaders, parents, and professionals navigating high-demand roles. Her work is grounded in evidence-based methodologies and focuses on practical, scalable strategies that improve focus, follow-through, communication, and long-term effectiveness without relying on disclosure-driven or accommodation-only models.

    As both a clinician and executive leader, Danielle specializes in translating neurodivergent science into systems that work in real organizations. Her approach emphasizes clarity, structure, and universal design principles that reduce friction for all employees while supporting those with invisible disabilities, chronic illness, and cognitive variability.

    Danielle continues advanced training in emerging protocols and performance frameworks, ensuring her work remains aligned with current research, legal guardrails, and organizational realities. She is known for her direct, pragmatic style and her ability to help HR and leadership teams move beyond awareness into measurable, sustainable change.

  • Dr. Jessica Hicksted

    Advisor & Organizational Psychologist

    Workplace Inclusion Specialist | Developer of the WIDE Insights Survey
    Dr. Hicksted is an Industrial/Organizational Psychologist with a focus on invisible disabilities, leadership development, and workplace accessibility. Her WIDE Insights Survey provides businesses with data-driven insightsinto employee engagement, inclusion, and culture.

    🔹 PhD in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
    🔹 Expert in Workplace Culture & Invisible Disabilities
    🔹 Strategic Consultant for Corporate Accessibility & Inclusion

  • Timothy Blonsky

    Workforce Development & Accessibility Specialist

    Disability Advocate | Labor Market Intelligence Consultant
    Timothy brings deep expertise in labor market trends, disability advocacy, and workforce accessibility. His work ensures that businesses develop inclusive hiring strategies and long-term retention programs for neurodivergent and disabled professionals.

    🔹 Expert in Labor Market Intelligence & Workforce Development
    🔹 Life & ADHD Coach for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Professionals
    🔹 Consultant for Disability Employment Programs & Business Strategy

  • Jamie D’Amico

    Executive Coach & Leadership Trainer

    Workplace Performance Consultant | Executive Functioning Specialist
    With 15+ years in corporate leadership and marketing, Jamie specializes in executive coaching, team training, and leadership development. His work focuses on improving emotional intelligence, communication, and employee engagement in the workplace.

    🔹 Georgetown University Executive Leadership Coaching Graduate
    🔹 Expert in Change Management & Organizational Strategy
    🔹 Specialist in Emotional Intelligence & Workplace Communication

  • Cherie King

    Relationship Marketing Lead

    Cherie is a Deaf traveler and storyteller who navigates the world through a neurodivergent lens, turning lived experience into advocacy and connection.

    She was featured internationally in Apple’s 2014 iPad Air commercial, “What’s Your Verse?”, which aired during the FIFA World Cup and reached audiences worldwide. The campaign has since been documented in textbooks and taught in classrooms as a landmark example of modern advertising, creativity, and inclusive storytelling, helping bring Deaf representation into mainstream media.

    A lifelong explorer, Cherie lived aboard a ship for four months while sailing around the world with the Semester at Sea study-abroad program, an experience that shaped her global perspective and deepened her commitment to accessible travel. To date, she has traveled to over 30 countries, navigating the world through a Deaf and neurodivergent lens.

    For more than 20 years, Cherie has been a travel writer and digital creator behind Flight of the Travel Bee, where she shares stories that center on Deaf culture, neurodivergent experiences, and inclusive tourism. Through storytelling, advocacy, and technology, she continues to amplify voices that are too often left out of the conversation.

Why Work With ND Visionary Partners?

✅ Data-Driven & Business-Focused – We use real workforce data to design practical, results-driven strategies.
✅ Specialists in Workplace Accessibility & Psychological Safety – We help organizations remove barriers and increase employee engagement.
✅ Leadership Development & Coaching Expertise – We equip executives and managers with the tools to create thriving, high-performing teams.
✅ Sustainable & Scalable Solutions – Our approach ensures long-term business success, employee retention, and organizational growth.

Ready to create a workplace that drives innovation and employee success? Contact us today!