Cheryl Torres, the executive director of Elijah's Retreat, shares her innovative mentoring methods for autistic interns. She emphasizes a people-first leadership approach that values relationships over traditional metrics. The discussion highlights the importance of mentorship in building confidence and leadership skills, while balancing immediate tasks with long-term growth. Cheryl also reflects on creating a supportive culture in nonprofits and shares valuable lessons from her leadership journey, ultimately advocating for community engagement in the autism sector.