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Dez Rock, CEO of SIEMonster


Podcast 0116; Season 7, Episode 9; 25 July 2024

Note: Originally Recorded 13 September 2023

 Dez Rock: Tech CEO on the Benefits of ADHD

Dez Rock is the CEO of SIEMonster, and a neurodivergent leader. Dez knows that having ADHD has been anything but a detriment to her career – her ability to see the world as a puzzle (and manage all of the pieces) has made her an exceptional leader. Her passion for equity shines through in everything she does, and she strives to move through the world with authenticity and empathy.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exploring-neurodiversity-and-adhd-with-dez-rock/id1481135244?i=1000616595573

https://siemonster.com/about-us/

https://siemonster.com/

Dez Rock has been an entrepreneur for over 20 years. Mentoring others on career and negotiation skills, she has now focused in on her own business, dropping out of law school to start SIEMonster several years ago.

Dez’s greatest strength is always seeing the big picture. A start-up requires a person who can always fight all fronts without losing perspective and making things personal; this is where she excels.

Dez’s mind works at a fast pace. With her ability to see solutions and paths like puzzle pieces, she has managed to take a great idea to market and make it grow. She sees every challenge as an opportunity and thrives well under pressure.

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