Updated November 5, 2026.
Dr. Kerry Magro is an award-winning autistic speaker, bestselling author, and autism consultant for Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum U.S. From his experience growing up nonspeaking to his work in education, advocacy, and entertainment, Kerry brings a personal perspective to conversations about communication, opportunity, and belonging.
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An autism speaker for your audience
Kerry speaks with schools, businesses, conferences, universities, parent groups, and disability organizations. His presentations connect personal storytelling with reflection on the choices that help people participate, advocate for themselves, and feel included.
He earned his Ed.D. in Educational Technology Leadership from New Jersey City University. His speaking work includes two TEDx talks, and his books include Autistics on Autism and Supporting Your Autism Journey. Kerry shares his own experience and encourages audiences to listen to autistic people with a range of perspectives, communication styles, and support needs.
Find the right speaking program
- Autism keynote: From Nonspeaking to Netflix, for conferences, campuses, and community events.
- Neurodiversity in the workplace: communication, participation, and belonging for employees, managers, HR teams, and employee resource groups.
- Autism professional development for educators: student voice, classroom participation, and collaboration.
- Autism Acceptance Month: April programming for schools, workplaces, and community organizations.
- Parents and families: communication, self-advocacy, and the experiences of autistic adults.
- Bullying prevention: respectful school communities and student belonging.
Explore all speaking topics, including transition to adulthood, first responders, and autism representation in media.
Watch Kerry speak
These full TEDx talks offer a look at Kerry’s delivery, storytelling, and perspective.
The will of opportunity: the path of autism to college — TEDxJerseyCity
What happens to children with autism, when they become adults? — TEDxMorristown
Watch Kerry’s CBS interview and read speaking testimonials and past-event examples.
Plan your event with Kerry
Can the presentation be tailored to our audience?
Yes. Share who will attend, the questions your audience is exploring, and your goals. Keynotes, workshops, and moderated conversations can be discussed around your event’s needs.
What are the speaking fees?
Speaking fees vary based on audience, format, duration, and travel. Request a customized proposal with your preferred date, location or virtual format, audience size, session length, goals, and budget.
Where can event planners find a biography and headshot?
Visit For Event Planners for a ready-to-use biography, professional headshot, speaking samples, and planning details. Recording and material-sharing requests are discussed in advance.
