Theme: Innovation

TEDx LynnUniversity is an independently self-organized event that brings people together to share a TED-like experience.

The first theme of the TEDx series at Lynn University will be Innovation. This is because we are still in the pandemic, and we realize that we can’t continue to follow the conventional way of operating the world, nature is warning us, the war is still happening, etc.

We would like to set up this theme because university students are one of the most important generations to do something different. And the TEDx stage is a great channel to spread awareness of Innovation.

Lynn University
3601 N Military Trail
Boca Raton, Florida, 33431
United States

Alexander Star

Impact Artist

Alexander Star is a songwriter, performer, and 'Impact Artist' known for purpose-driven anthems. Star's music credits include: Super Bowl campaigns, Primetime TV theme songs, Cruise line commercial scores, Government collaborations (w/ Emmy nomination), United Nations 'keynote concerts' and Custom anthems for local & national nonprofits. As an Impact Artist, Alexander Star uses music to help others find self-confidence and in turn inspire other artists to use their gifts to do the same.

Bemsimbom Nkuo

Student and Mental Health Advocate

Bemsimbom Nkuo is a senior at Lynn University majoring in Social Entrepreneurship and minoring in Psychology. Academically, she is part of the Psi Chi honors society, a Certified Peer Educator, and a Watson Institute Scholar. She is passionate about empowering women and men on issues centered around personal development, mental health, and gender stereotypes. She recently created a video curriculum that aided in spreading awareness of gender stereotypes in Cameroon and the world. It was an all-encompassing curriculum as it educated its viewers on ways to excel in a society full of stereotypes and skills to have. After completing her bachelor's, She would love to pursue a career as a Clinical Psychology Ph.D. student and Public Speaker. By gaining research experience and clinical expertise, Bemsimbom Nkuo will be able to provide mental health and wellness services to youths in Cameroon and around the world.

Brandon J. McGill

Founder and CEO at NGHBR

Brandon is the father of two, a former professional basketball player, a world traveler, a creative director, a writer, and a serial entrepreneur. Over the past 10 years, he's lived in 5 different countries for at least one year. He started his first company ISR in 2017 to help other student-athletes embark on a similar path to the UK. In 2019 he moved to Bali where he started a virtual assistant company, wrote 3 books, and created an original anime series called Gateway Codes. When the island closed in 2020 his focus shifted towards NGHBR which is a tech startup that empowers traveling professionals to connect globally and meet locally. In 2022 NGHBR was accepted into the inaugural Techstars cohort in Tulsa, Oklahoma which has accelerated the goal of becoming People Search 3.0.

Ella Davar RD

Nutritionist

Ella Davar RD is a registered dietitian, gut health and wellness expert, media nutritionist, and speaker. For almost a decade, Ella has helped clients achieve their health and weight loss goals, improve digestion, and develop new habits to live healthier lives. This led to the development of her signature Gut-Brain method, a program for digestive and mental health transformation, combining mindfulness techniques with nutrition science. Ella received her education in Nutrition Science from New York University and Integrative Nutrition Certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Ella is a regular contributor to MindBodyGreen and Her upcoming book, "Gut Feelings", offers a cohesive list of priorities, plans of action, and hacks that help her clients reach their wellness goals while managing busy lifestyles in a healthy way.

Pranati Kumar

Owner and Founder of Rohi's Readery

Pranoo is the proud immigrant daughter of Konkani Indian parents, a career changer from medicine to education, a mother of two, a wife, and an educator committed to liberating educational experiences. Over the past 12 years, she’s taught, led, and founded a number of early childhood/elementary programs on the East and West Coast- committed to identity-driven, empowering learning experiences. With the move to FL, Pranoo was seeking community and spaces to feel safe. Thus she opened Rohi’s Readery, a social justice-driven children’s bookstore and learning center committed to unapologetic truth. Providing “windows and mirrors” through free educational programming. In 1.5 years, the Readery has offered over 150 free events on campus and 20+ around the community, brought nearly 3,000 people together, established 40+ partnerships, fulfilled book donations, and provided DEIA consulting services.