Entrepreneurship doesn’t just belong to Silicon Valley—it can thrive in the Coachella Valley. This serial entrepreneur reveals how small, intentional steps—nurturing talent, sparking innovation, and building networks—can grow into a thriving local ecosystem. This talk is a call to action: the time to build is now. Growth-focused senior executive and serial entrepreneur with an extensive track record of building organizations, revenue streams, and measurable impact across business, startup, and nonprofit sectors: Successfully led business development in the healthy meals and education technology sectors • Headed innovative education-focused organizations • Built multiple businesses as a private sector serial entrepreneur • Developed revenue streams, partnerships, strategy, programs, teams, and organizations as a senior executive, board member, and sought-after consultant, advisor, and mentor • Helped organizations scale sustainably while moving from good to great. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

In this TEDx talk, Dr Madhukar Gupta shares an inspiring perspective on taking charge of one's life. He emphasises self-awareness, resilience, and the power of conscious choices in shaping our journey towards personal and professional fulfilment. Dr Gupta, a distinguished scholar and administrator, has held key roles in the government, UNDP, academia, and international organizations. He has also coordinated major disaster responses and agitations and is an adjunct faculty at IIT Madras and BITS Pilani. He has travelled to over 50 countries for his academic and professional work and recieved numerous natonal awards. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Terrence discovered that AI could become a creative partner to help him research, test ideas, and build projects beyond the classroom. From business concepts to short films and plays, he shows how students can turn curiosity into action and bring bold ideas to life. Terrence is a middle school student from Guangzhou whose interest in entrepreneurship has led him to take part in business competitions and think about solutions for global challenges like climate change. He uses AI as a creative tool to write acrostic poems, produce movies, and develop unique projects. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Siempre se debe conocer el otro lado de la historia Camilo Duque es diseñador gráfico, publicista y especialista en marketing. Durante más de 12 años trabajó en el mundo corporativo, liderando proyectos creativos y estratégicos para diferentes marcas. Sin embargo, su vida dio un giro radical hace siete años, cuando decidió tomar una cámara y comenzar a contar historias desde el lugar donde más le apasiona estar: el camino.Hoy, Camilo es uno de los creadores de contenido de viajes más influyentes de Colombia, con una comunidad que supera los 3 millones de seguidores en redes sociales. Sus relatos van más allá del turismo: exploran realidades culturales, sociales y humanas que conectan profundamente con su audiencia.Diversos medios de comunicación lo han reconocido como una de las voces más auténticas e impactantes en la creación de contenido digital en el país. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Suicide is now the leading cause of death for boys ages 10–14, yet few are asking why. In this talk, a mom and museum leader argues that while girls have been championed to speak up, boys have been left without the tools to express emotion. She reveals how families, schools, and communities can create spaces where boys are free to feel, connect, and thrive. Executive Director for the Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert. A resident of the Coachella Valley for 20 years, Cindy and her husband, Derek, are raising their two boys here. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Conoce la fórmula del éxito OKENDO Carlos Mario Oquendo es un medallista olímpico de BMX que hizo historia en los Juegos Olímpicos de Londres 2012 al convertirse en el primer hombre en ganar una medalla en esta modalidad para Colombia. Con una trayectoria de 32 años en el BMX, ha representado a su país en los ciclos olímpicos de Beijing 2008, Londres 2012, Río 2016 y Tokio 2020, consolidándose como un referente de perseverancia y dedicación en el deporte. Ganador de múltiples campeonatos nacionales e internacionales de BMX entre ellos Juegos Nacionales, Juegos Bolivarianos, Juegos Centro americanos y del caribe y Juegos Suramericanos.Carlos Oquendo ha sido galardonado con la Orden de Boyacá en grado de comendador otorgada por el presidente de la república en 2012 y deportista del año en el 2012 por el círculo de periodistas deportivos de Antioquia.Carlos ha colaborado con diversas marcas como Alpina, Movistar, Herbalife Nutrition, Avianca, entre otras y hoy se dedica a inspirar con su charla #1hace la diferencia. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx