In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized (subject to certain rules and regulations).

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Andrew Buerger

Mountaineer

Andrew Buerger is the Founder of Jodi’s Climb for Hope which has raised $900,000 for multiple sclerosis and breast cancer research by getting over 300 climbers safely to the summits on four continents. He is an award-winning entrepreneur of for-profit and nonprofit organizations. He is currently the Director of Rare Earth Adventures, an expedition guiding company and the Director of Mission for RIND Snacks, that produces dried snacks with uncycled whole fruit.

Brian Jung

Cryptocurrency Expert

Brian Jung is an American investor, entrepreneur, and influencer. He is best known for his personal finance, credit card, and crypto YouTube channel, which has amassed 1 Million subscribers and over 45 million views. In recent years, Brian has set out on a journey to help millions of others achieve financial success. Brian has been featured in major publications such as Documentary Netflix Money Explained, Bloomberg, Forbes, CNBC, CGTN, Consumer Affairs & WWD.

Elizabeth McCormick

Former Black Hawk Pilot

Elizabeth McCormick is a decorated former black hawk pilot and sought after motivational speaker. She has received many awards including the Service Medal for her excellence in service and the US Congressional Veteran award. She now travels the world sharing her unique message of the challenges she faced as a Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot and Chief Warrant Officer for the United States Army and uses it to motivate others to live empowered lives.

Emma G

Singer-Songwriter

Emma G is an award-winning musician, singer, songwriter, author, speaker and youth empowerment coach on a mission to change the world one song at a time. Emma G has had a lifetime of health issues, including 10 brain surgeries and 24 total surgeries. She is no stranger to depression, sexual assault, abuse, and losing friends to drug addiction and suicide. Emma G realized that singing her truth is an impressively effective tool for understanding, processing and overcoming her trauma.

Jon Talarico

Networking and Relationship Building Expert

Jon is considered among the world’s foremost experts in building successful relationships. He’s worked directly with some of the world’s most powerful and influential business leaders and celebrities. After facing numerous hardships, Jon changed his life by connecting with his network. Jon's studies have taught him how to identify, find, and extract opportunities from a global network of connections to create a life that many only dream of.

Laurent Amzallag

Fitness Expert

Laurent Amzallag is a sought after fitness expert. He was part of Oprah’s “Live Your Best Life” and is a guest fitness coach on The Dr. Oz Show. The President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports named him one of the country’s top 50 trainers. He is a regular correspondent on NBC, FOX, CBS and the CW Network. Laurent is certified through NASM (National Academy Of Sports Medicine) and often leads the warm ups for national campaigns such as Best Buddies.

Sathya Elumalai

Healthcare Innovator

Sathya Elumalai is the Founder & CEO at Aidar Health, where he developed a revolutionary Tricorder-style rapid health assessment device. Sathya is an Official Member of the Forbes Business Council, and an Advisory Board Member at Rutgers University. Sathya has 15+ years of experience in Healthcare and holds a dual Master’s Degree in Public Health and an MBA from the Johns Hopkins University.

Stephanie Mathias

Performer

Stephanie Mathias is an award-winning American violinist, singer, songwriter, and pianist from Washington, DC. She has been composing and performing music since the age of three; winning her first songwriting competition, by age ten. Stephanie also co-hosts the podcast, Capitol Groove Collective Presents: DC Music Rocks, which features other local artists. Stephanie uses her music and lyrics to keep herself inspired, and to inspire others.

Tameka Montogomery

Entrepreneurial Expert

Tameka Montgomery is a former presidential appointee who served as an executive at the Small Business Administration that oversaw entrepreneurial development programs for the nation. She is the founder and host of the podcast Raising Entrepreneurs, where she discusses parenting strategies and tactics that foster an entrepreneurial mindset. She organizes an annual county-wide business fair for kids while also homeschooling her three young boys.