Theme: Leading From The Front: Profiles in Passion, Courage and Resilience.

TEDxWilmington in the state of Delaware's premier edutainment conference where innovators in science, business, government, technology and the human condition converge. Our previous events have been hugely popular and have yielded over 500 talks and 39 million views on YouTube! The 2022 TEDxWilmington event will be even bigger as we bring together 24 speakers over a full-day's agenda -- as well as an audience of over 100 entrepreneurs and tastemakers in the audience.

Together, we will share best practices of how to lead organizations, build sustainable businesses, optimize relationships and much more!

You are guaranteed to hear an incredible range of perspectives and insights from the most dynamic speakers in the county – register now and join us there!

The Mill Auditorium (Theatre N).
1007 N. Orange Street
Wilmington, Delaware, 19801
United States

Amanda Banks

Podcast Host / Entrepreneur

Amanda Banks is the Co-Founder and CEO of Sports To Suits and DeBanks, LLC. She is also the host of the weekly live show "Sports To Suits" where she highlights former athletes that are leveraging their backgrounds in sports to see success in business. Amanda is an enterprise sales leader, strategic partnerships creator, and joy enthusiast. She has a strong track record in sales, healthcare, technology, innovation, and leadership and believes every conversation is the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of others.

Bianca McCall

Therapist

Bianca D. McCall, LMFT is a retired All-American, and professional women’s basketball player who has personal and relational experiences with suicide. Bianca is a licensed clinical therapist and subject matter expert in mental, emotional, and behavioral health continuum.

Carol Carpenter

Owner

As a first-generation child born in the United States with immigrant parents from Taiwan, Carol grew up experiencing both cultures and their vast differences,allowing her insight into various viewpoints and perspectives. Being female in her culture and a child of the US with all its privileges, she was caught in the midst of the clashing of two cultures and having to accept and integrate them both into her life. When we started MotoVixens LLC, it was with a mission to be inclusive of all riders regardless of their gender, race and religion and without discrimination of the types of bikes they ride focusing on education, safety, community, camaraderie and finding ways to ensure the preservation of our sport. In her years in business, she has been a model, actress, stuntwoman, voice-over actor, racer, had signature lines of products, had a reality show, had authored a book, "The Elegant Disruptor" and is a managing partner in Iron Dog Media.

Cherie White

Founder

Cherie White is an award winning passionate visionary when it comes to social justice and business. She has been nominated for the social justice RBC women’s impact award 3 years in a row, and won REIN’s (Real Estate Investor Network) renovator of the year award for 2017. As a resident of Canada’s poorest postal code, Vancouver’s Downtown eastside, Steadfast Developments was created out of a dissatisfaction of accessibility of affordable housing for people in the recovery community. She chooses to live in a community home that reaches out to its neighbors and offers shelter, sharing of meals and mentorship programs for women entrepreneurs. Her unique business model comes from her background in social justice through the Salvation Army. She believes that in order to have success in our lives we need a family, a home and a job.

Chukky Okobi

Executive Coach

Chukky Okobi is an 8 year NFL veteran and Super Bowl Champion who was drafted by his hometown Pittsburgh Steelers. Today he is a motivational and keynote speaker, and an integrative psychology professional (Master Practitioner of Neuro-linguistic Programming and Mental and Emotional Release Therapy®). With his coaching and training practice Basic Instructions Mind Mastery, he serves as an executive mindset coach for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and NFL Alumni, teaching and coaching on mental and emotional discipline for success and fulfillment in business and life. Through his speaking, training, and coaching Chukky simplifies complex psychological principles for excellence through metaphor and personal stories of how he reached his highest potential as a professional by becoming a Super Bowl Champion and overcoming mental health challenges in life after the NFL.

Corinne Lebrun

Owner

Corinne Lebrun is an author, scholar, and management consultant. She is fascinated by the true human potential and mind-body science. Her academic studies focus on social psychology and how to become more aware of unconscious social agreements in order to inspire innovative thinking. She also studies how meditation can be used as a tool to become aware of unconscious cognitive constructs and bias, leading to greater human connection. She applies these themes in her work with organizations and individuals to inspire creativity and innovation. Corinne is working on her Ph.D. in Psychology at Walden University and is the author of A Handbook for Badass Spiritual Warriors.

Dr. Justin Moseley

Author

Dr. Justin Moseley, a.k.a., “The Mindset Doctor,” is a former Chiropractor turned International Speaker, Corporate Trainer, and Transformation Coach. After surviving a near-death accident in 2018, Dr. Moseley shifted from changing lives in a clinic, to changing lives from stage; becoming a highly sought-after International Speaker. His thought leadership has been featured on ABC, CBS, NBC, and FOX; and his message has reached hundreds of thousands of people. Dr. Moseley is the host of the "Power of Mindset Summit,” and the “Comfort to Calling Summit;" and he is also a former radio show host on Nashville’s largest talk radio station. Dr. Moseley is a leading expert in Personal Transformation, speaking regularly on how to overcome self-doubt, develop unstoppable self-confidence, finding your purpose, and “Exchange Your Comfort For Your Calling,” - his signature keynote.

Herbert Lang

Former Basketball Player

Herb is a husband to Elena and a father of three (Antonio, Nicholas, Reya). Before becoming an accomplished Motivational Speaker and 2X Best Selling Author Herb Coached and Played Professional Basketball 18 seasons for the World Famous Harlem Globetrotters bringing JOY to nearly 90 countries WORLDWIDE as “Flight Time!” Whether it’s Racing around the world 3 Times on CBS’s The Amazing Race or shooting hoops with Popes (Francis) and Presidents(Obama) Herb has always been passionate about the importance of Patience and Kindness! Herb says, “Kindness Is Free.” “We are all Rich in Kindness, so let’s give it away in abundance knowing the possibilities resulting from Kindness is immeasurable.”

Ira Bowman

Digital Strategist

Ira Bowman is proud to be a husband of over 20 years and a father to 8 children. A seasoned business to business sales rep from out West, Ira grew up professionally in the world of print and graphics, however a COVID-19 pandemic flipped his life upside down when one day out of the blue he was laid off. Instead of feeling sorry for himself and slipping into depression, Ira launched a new digital marketing business. Ira is now the proud owner of Bowman Digital Media, a company that is helping their clients increase website traffic and build their digital audience on social media. Ira currently lives in Southern California, in the Greater Los Angeles but travels the globe for his photography clients.

James Harris

Therapist

James is a father, husband, veteran and therapist. He’s the founder of a movement called Men to Heal which focuses on mens overall wellness, their MENtal HEALth, physical HEALth and emotional HEALth. He’s the author of Man Just Express Yourself an interactive guide for boys and men to process life experiences and explore vulnerability. James is the creator of a board game called Cheesy Dates which is a tool for adults and couples to have successfully relationships whether intimate or platonic. James does most of his work at The HEALing Hub which offers yoga, Zumba, mindfulness, seminars, feeds the less fortunate and where he conducts his therapy sessions.

Jason Duncan

Entrepreneur

Jason is the founder of one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in America and one of the top entrepreneurial companies in the country. He is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur and founder of 12 companies who got his start in entrepreneurship as an unemployed schoolteacher in 2010. Educator-turned-entrepreneur, Jason now runs a mastermind called The Exiter Club that teaches entrepreneurs how to live #TheExitLifestyle through a method he calls #ExitWithoutExiting, which focuses on four core principles they can use to break free from the daily grind of business operations. He is also the host of the internationally syndicated podcast, The Root of All Success, which can be heard on all podcast players as well as viewed on YouTube. Jason lives in the Nashville, Tennessee, area with his high school sweetheart. He loves riding motorcycles and camping in his RV. You can follow him on Instagram @therealjasonduncan and LinkedIn or visit his website http://www.therealjasonduncan.com.

Kim Stuck

Owner

Kim Stuck is the founder and CEO of Allay Consulting, a compliance strategy and services provider serving the hemp and cannabis industries nationwide. Previously, Ms. Stuck held a pioneering role as the nation’s first cannabis and hemp specialist for a major metropolitan public health authority. During her tenure with the City of Denver, home to hundreds of cannabis businesses, she worked as an investigator covering cultivation, manufacturing and retail. Ms. Stuck holds numerous accreditations, such as certified quality auditor (CQA) and certified professional of food safety (CP-FS), among others. In addition to serving on several industry advisory boards, she has been a member of ASTM International’s cannabis standards committee since its 2017 inception.

Laverne Toombs

Chamber of Commerce

Ms. LaVerne Toombs is a native of a small rural community in the great State of Louisiana. LaVerne has demonstrated dedication and commitment that has been exemplified in the many roles and accomplishments of her career. LaVerne has been in the political and nonprofit sectors for the past twenty-plus years as a Senior Staffer for a United States Senator, Parish Administrator, Interim CAO of an HBCU, Executive Director of a Regional Black Chamber of Commerce, and currently the VP of Development for the American Heart Association (AHA). Beyond her work in the public and nonprofit sectors, LaVerne founded Write for You, a management and development consulting firm, which assists nonprofit organizations and profits businesses across the country. She has also authored two books, How to Run a Successful Home-Based Business and Tips for Successful Grant Writing, received numerous awards, and served on various civic and community boards in the New Orleans metropolitan area.

Lisa Bonta Sumii

Owner

Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CSW is a psychotherapist with over 21 years of clinical experience working primarily with BIPOC individuals and couples, specializing in mixed-race identity development, and most recently, elite athletes, at all levels. She is listed in the USOPC's Mental Health Registry and in the NFLPA's Clinician Directory. Lisa is also pursuing the Certified Mental Performance Consultant designation through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology. She has been featured in publications such as Time Magazine, Teen Vogue, the BBC World News, and Women's Health Magazine. Lisa is the host of the AthMindset podcast series, on the SportsEpreneur podcast platform. She lives in Alameda, CA with her husband, Aron, her 15 year old daughter, Malaya, her 7 year old son, Jaxon and her mother, Cynthia.

Mario Lanzarotti

Global Entrepreneur

Mario Lanzarotti is a coach, speaker, and entrepreneur who specializes in transformational mindsets. From CEOs to Olympians and impactful entrepreneurs, he helps high-achievers build the mindset they need to reach the next level of income, impact, and personal freedom! After selling his NYC based startup Awl & Sundry in 2019, Mario has dedicated himself to raising the consciousness of humanity. Through his masterclasses and workshops on transformational mindsets as well as conscious leadership, Mario has impacted thousands of people all over the world.

Marty Wolner

Entrepreneur

Marty Wolner is an emotional healing and stress coach. For more than 17 years, he has helped hundreds of athletes and others heal from their trauma. Marty empowers coaches to integrate trauma-informed and SportsBrain coaching tools and strategies into training and competition to be more intentional about healing trauma with sports. Developing and mastering healthy sports communication and sports brain training will help athletes and teams achieve Peak Performance.

Marvin Toliver

Therapist

Marvin Toliver is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), born and raised in East Oakland, CA. Marvin is currently residing in Philadelphia, PA and working as a therapist with the Radical Therapy Center. He’s also a co-founder of the mental health collective Melanated Social Work. Marvin is a queer Black creator, writer, consultant, public speaker, mentor, wedding officiant, and radical educator. He encourages others to see the power within themselves and use their voices to fight for justice. Marvin’s work will be complete when white supremacy is dismantled and ALL Black people are liberated.

Micah Pellerin

Venture Capitalist

Micah “Musa” Pellerin is Corporate Strategist, Venture Capitalist, and Entrepreneur. Pellerin currently works at 3M as a Corporate Strategist where he has sourced and closed multiple Venture Capital deals as a member of 3M’s venture arm while also supporting enterprise level 3M strategic initiatives. As an entrepreneur, Pellerin has created CTZEN, a company committed to executing against strategic initiatives for both public and private firms.

Mike Moore

Former Athlete

Charmeachealle Moore pronounced( Sher-Mike-Q-WELL) or Mike for short, was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. Mr. Moore Graduated from Dallas Skyline Highschool and went on to play football at Kansas State university under the legendary Bill Snyder. During Moore’s time at Kansas state, he graduated within two years during his 5.5-year stint at Kansas State university. During Moore’s time at Kansas State, he had brain surgery, and was blessed to still make it to the NFL where he was with the Chargers for a year. Once retired Moore battled through many different obstacles that comes with transitioning from a professional sport. Which led him to his life mission of empower and others through his life works. Moore is proud husband, and father, founder/ CEO of We Lviing Inc.

Nicole Homer

Founder

Nicole Homer, MBA is Co-founder of Delaware-based biotech startup Hx Innovations, Inc.® Hx’s neuromuscular technology enables coaches and trainers to collect neuromuscular and human movement analytics at any time with the use of a portable camera. Nicole drives the mission, vision, and direction of Hx; creating and implementing business operations strategies; forming strategic alliances and partnerships; and analyzing performance for scalability and growth.

Otis McGregor

Veteran

Otis McGregor leads Tribe and Purpose as the principal, leadership, and success coach. With multiple decades of experience as a leader, coach, and team builder, Otis embodies the values and principles of Tribe and Purpose. Otis is driven both by these values and the idea that better leaders create better organizations, building better communities leading to a better world. Otis has empowered hundreds of businesses and individuals to find clarity in their purpose and build their tribes for connection. Otis leverages the unique blend of heart, passion, and experience as one of the elite commanders of Green Berets. Trusted with some of the highest missions of our great nation, Otis knows how to think from both the 30,000-foot view as well as amid battle to ensure he and his tribe not only achieve the mission but do it in the most risk-mitigating ways possible.

Tyler Kuhn

VP, Marketing and Digital Experience

Tyler Kuhn is a TEDx speaker and a Vice-President at Dover Federal Credit Union.

Valencia Peterson

Coach

Valencia Peterson, otherwise known as Coach V, is the Founder and Executive Director of Open-Door Abuse Awareness Prevention (ODAAP), a nonprofit organization that endeavors to prevent sexual assault and intimate partner violence through trauma-informed education to youth through the medium of sports. ODAAP and Peterson have worked since 2014 to educate and build the character of young men through athletics. Peterson was a Football Coach at Penn Wood High School located in a suburb of Philadelphia. She recently step down due to the demand for the work she does in violence prevention.