The Link Between ADHD and Entrepreneurial Success | John Torrens

The Link Between ADHD and Entrepreneurial Success

John Torrens
Founder & CEO, The Torrens Group

Dr. Torrens is an award winning Professor of Entrepreneurial practice and two-time Inc. 5000 entrepreneur.  He was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult and has experienced both the negative effects as well as the positive effects related to starting and growing a company.  He is healthcare and education entrepreneur with 25 years leading high growth companies with experience in developing high-performing teams, raising capital, and both buy/sell side M&A.  Dr. Torrens is a faculty member of the Syracuse University Whitman School of Management’s Department of Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises.  He is a frequent guest speaker and executive education instructor in the areas of entrepreneurship, strategy, and corporate innovation.  Dr. Torrens is a TEDx speaker (ADHD as an Entrepreneur’s Superpower) as and is quoted frequently in print media, has written several articles, and has delivered multiple presentations on the business of healthcare.  He is an active member of Young Presidents Organization (YPO) and served in multiple volunteer leadership positions including a term on the International Board of Directors (2013-2015).