The traditional linear models of growth and problem-solving are no longer as effective in today’s decentralized, digital business world. Perry Knoppert, founder of the Brain Forest Alliance, believes that non-linear thinking is the key to tackling complex global challenges. The alliance provides a platform for diverse thinkers to come together and offer solutions inspired by their mission to “solve the unsolvable.” Companies and organizations can tap into this network of non-linear thinkers to address their most pressing issues.
Many corporate leaders struggle to bring a diversity of thought into their organizations, as unconventional thinkers may not fit the traditional culture of a buttoned-up company. With the Brain Forest Alliance, consultants are valued for their ability to think outside the box and are not required to conform to a specific culture. The alliance is an offshoot of The Octopus Movement, a nonprofit global network that celebrates the gifts of non-linear thinkers, including those with neurodiverse conditions such as ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and autism. The alliance charges for its consulting services but relies on the volunteer labor of its members to fund the nonprofit.
The Brain Forest Alliance enlists consultants for each project by sending out emails to all registered members of the network, giving them the option to join the solutions team. The alliance has already served eight clients, including an NGO that teaches refugees to become filmmakers. One recent client, Atlas Primer, is an education startup that focuses on supporting neurodivergent learners, such as those with ADHD and dyslexia, through innovative audio-based learning technologies. By tapping into the diverse perspectives of the Brain Forest consultants, Atlas Primer was able to gain valuable insights on how to improve education and better serve its students.
Hinrick Josafat Atlason, the founder of Atlas Primer, found the brainstorming session with the Brain Forest consultants to be incredibly insightful. The varying experiences and perspectives of the participants led to creative ideas on how to approach the problem of education. The focus was on allowing individuals to explore their potential instead of fitting them into a rigid box, which resonated with Atlason’s vision for his company. By collaborating with the Brain Forest Alliance, Atlas Primer was able to gain new insights and strategies for reaching their goals.
Overall, the Brain Forest Alliance provides a unique platform for non-linear thinkers to come together and offer innovative solutions to complex challenges. By embracing diversity of thought and valuing unconventional perspectives, the alliance is able to help organizations think differently and find creative solutions to their most pressing problems. With a network of diverse consultants and a mission to “solve the unsolvable,” the Brain Forest Alliance is poised to make a lasting impact on the business world and beyond.
