Theme: ConnecTED

TEDxUNBSaintJohn is a multi-disciplinary event that allows some of the most innovative and imaginative students to be in the same room. This conference-styled event is the first of its kind at UNB Saint John, and through the various speakers and performances, we hope to create a platform that allows for the connection of these minds. By reaching into different pockets of the community, we hope to connect the city of Saint John in a way never before seen, in order to facilitate creativity, inspiration, and idea.

Ganong Hall
100 Tucker Park Road
Saint John, New Brunswick, E2L 4L5
Canada

Bryan Fader

Mental Health Skills Trainer

Bryan is a mental skills training director at Mount Saint Vincent University. Excited to speak at his youngest daughter’s university, Bryan’s talk will challenge your thinking on the many versions of your life story.

Cassie Hall

Student

Cassie Hall is originally from the small community of Johnville. She is currently in her second year at UNBSJ in a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. Incredibly involved on campus, in her free time, she enjoys reading, writing, and music.

Greg Hemmings

FIlmmaker

Greg Hemmings is a filmmaker and entrepreneur. His commitment for positive social change has taken him and his team to all corners of the globe to tell global stories to inspire local change and local stories to inspire global change

Lisa Hrabluk

Author

Lisa, an award-winning author, is the creator and founder of Wicked Ideas Media. She has been recognized for her leadership in helping to build a community of business leaders and entrepreneurs that seek to use business as a force for good. Please welcome Lisa to the stage.

Mandy-Lynn Donovan

Student

Mandy is a comedian, emcee, auctioneer, author, radio and TV host, as well as a full time student at UNB Saint John. She is passoinate about community development and wants you all to get involved as well.

Mike Cameron

Advocate

Michael Cameron is a Canadian author, entrepreneur, philanthropist and advocate against gender based violence. Mike is the founder of Axiom Mortgage and is also well-known for his various speaking engagements.

Rachel Friars

Student

Rachel is a 4th year honours English student right here at UNB Saint John. In addition to her research, she is actively involved in promoting literature events in Saint John.

Robyn Tingley

Entrepreneur

Most recently, Robyn was named one of Canada’s top 100 most powerful women. She is entrepreneur, author, and devotes time to spreading her wisdom among audiences like this.

Tanya Chapman

Professor

Tanya Chapman is an entrepreneur and part-time University professor at UNB. She is also devoted to working with individuals and teams in our community to help them succeed both personally and professionally.