Dani Donovan
Dani Donovan is an award-winning ADHD creator, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and trailblazing advocate, renowned for her deeply personal and impactful work in raising awareness about ADHD. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication and Design from one of the top design schools in the Midwest, Dani blends her artistic expertise, comedic writing style, and lived ADHD experiences to create relatable, educational content that resonates with tens of millions globally. She has been featured in major publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Guardian, BBC News, NPR, Good Morning America, Forbes and more.
Dani’s journey as a mental health advocate began in 2018, when her ADHD Storytelling comic went viral, amassing over 100 million views across social platforms and kicking off a wave of ADHD awareness content. In 2019, Dani became one of the earliest creators discussing ADHD on TikTok, where her content rapidly gained traction and inspired a new generation of mental health content creators. Through her humorous, vulnerable, and practical approach, she has created a thriving community, providing validation, resources, and a sense of belonging for neurodivergent individuals worldwide.
Dani is the founder and CEO of The Anti-Boring Project, a content studio and product lab dedicated to addressing the invisible accessibility needs of the neurodivergent community. As an independent artist, she single-handedly wrote, illustrated, designed, and self-published The Anti-Planner: How to Get Sh*t Done When You Don’t Feel Like It, which quickly became a viral hit and has sold over 60,000 copies. This unorthodox self-help tool teaches people how to identify the emotions driving their procrastination – like overwhelm and perfectionism – and offers over 100 practical strategies to overcome mental productivity obstacles during the moments they need it most.
Through her vast online presence, Dani has not only educated her audience but has inspired thousands of people to seek diagnosis and treatment for ADHD. Her significant impact continues to shape both the ADHD community and the broader mental health landscape.
