Eric Ringgenberg is the Education Program Director for the Autism Society of Minnesota. He has a Bachelor of Science in Child Psychology from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, and a Master of Arts in Special Education - Autism Spectrum Disorders from the University of St. Thomas. Eric has extensive experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum in multiple settings and capacities, as well as coordinating implementation of evidence-based practices. Additionally, Eric has experience training individuals, families, and professionals on a variety of topics related to ASD.

Jillian Nelson (she/her) is an autistic adult and the Community Resource and Policy Advocate for the Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM). Jillian has a degree in human services and a diverse background in disability service work including DSP, special education, housing, employment supports, support groups and more. Jillian routinely connects with the community through AuSM’s information and resource hotline. She is ingrained in the disability public policy field as a registered lobbyist, and is co-chair of the consortium for citizens with disabilities anti-discrimination committee. Jillian has been appointed by the governor’s office to the Council on Developmental Disabilities and State Rehabilitation council. She also serves on many workgroups and committees.