Tiffany McDowell - Joy Bar Coffee Co.

About this episode

Tiffany McDowell discusses her coffee shop, Joy Bar Coffee Co., and its mission to create an inclusive space for neurodivergent individuals.

This weekend's guest is Tiffany McDowell. Tiffany is the owner of Joy Bar Coffee Co., which currently has two locations in High Point, North Carolina. Tiffany and her sister Mallory wanted to create a space where neurotypical, and neurodivergent people could meet, work, feel welcomed, and learn from each other. They also wanted to create employment opportunities for individuals with different abilities through Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE). Joy Bar Coffee has also been designated as a Certified Autism Center by The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). At Joy Bar Coffee, it’s so much more than a cup of coffee - it’s an opportunity to experience true diversity, appreciation, inclusion, and (most of all) JOY. Tune in to learn more or visit: https://www.joybarcoffee.com/

People in this episode

Host: Anderson Center for Autism

Guest: Tiffany McDowell

Topics covered

• neurodiversity
• employment opportunities
• community inclusion
• coffee shop
• autism certification

Keywords

• neurotypical
• neurodivergent
• employment
• inclusion
• diversity
• coffee
• autism

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Joy Bar Coffee Co., The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards

Places: High Point, North Carolina

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