Czy memy mogą zmieniać świat? Maksim tłumaczy, dlaczego są one jednym z najskuteczniejszych narzędzi wpływu. A gdy połączymy je z AI? Otwiera się przestrzeń, o której nikt Ci nie mówi, ale którą on właśnie odkrywa. Nazywam się Maksim Utkin i 2,5 roku temu przeprowadziłem się do Polski. Od 11 roku życia działam w biznesie — realizowałem różnorodne projekty, od resellingu do filmowania. W wieku 15 lat zacząłem inwestować i już potroiłem swój portfel kryptowalutowy. Od 16. roku życia zajmuję się rozwijam się w dziedzinie AI — tworzę innowacyjnych neuroawatarów dla influencerów, ekspertów, bloggerów. W wieku 17 lat uruchomiłem autorski kurs z edukacji finansowej dla dzieci w Białymstoku. Mając 18 lat, przeprowadziłem niezależne badanie naukowe na temat najpotężniejszego narzędzia wpływu we współczesnym świecie. Moje działania łączą technologie, przedsiębiorczość i pasję do zmieniania świata. 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

Nel pieno della Quarta Rivoluzione Industriale, mentre l’iperconnessione sembra avvicinarci sempre di più, può accadere di sentirsi comunque distanti. L’intimità tra adulti e bambini diventa allora un bene prezioso, ma fragile. In questo talk, Ernestina Politi ci accompagna in un viaggio per riscoprire l’intimità come spazio di ascolto, relazione e crescita reciproca. Tra storie personali, riflessioni scientifiche e provocazioni educative, un invito profondo a ritrovare la voce dell’altro – anche nel mezzo della tempesta digitale. Ernestina Politi è medico e psichiatra presso l’Ospedale San Raffaele di Milano. La sua attività di cura è da sempre intrecciata con gli aspetti della disregolazione meostatica edonica e le fasi della vita, in particolare l’epoca dell’adolescenza. Insegna psicopatologia dell’adolescenza presso l’Università Vita-Salute. Ha lavorato come consulente presso il Tribunale per i Minorenni di Milano concludendo la carriera come Giudice Onorario, collabora con il Piccolo Principe onlus Comunità per Minori di Busto Arsizio e con la Cittadella dei Ragazzi di San Vittore Olona. Quando non lavora partecipa a Mechrì-Laboratorio di Filosofia e Cultura. 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 his TED Talk, The MIG in the Mirror, Dr. John Lechleiter explores the inner journey of leadership through the lens of Mavericks, Icons, and Geniuses. Reflecting on lessons from his career in science and business, he challenges us to consider how we see ourselves and how embracing our unique strengths and imperfections can fuel purpose, innovation, and lasting impact. This talk is a powerful invitation to look inward and lead outward with intention. Dr. John Lechleiter retired as president and chief executive officer of Eli Lilly and Company on December 31, 2016, after more than 37 years of service. He chaired Lilly’s board of directors from January 2009 through May 2017. Dr. Lechleiter joined Lilly in 1979 as a senior organic chemist in the chemical process research and development division. He became head of his department in 1982. He subsequently held roles in product development, project management, regulatory affairs, and pharmaceutical operations. In 2005, he was named President and Chief Operating Officer and joined Lilly’s board of directors. He became CEO on April 1, 2008. Dr. Lechleiter earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Xavier University (Ohio) in 1975 and masters and doctoral degrees in organic chemistry from Harvard University. 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

Brynn Grant passed Dorchester Academy thousands of times before she learned its powerful history and key role in the Civil Rights Movement. Drawing on her experience growing up in rural Liberty County, she explains her personal transformation that led her to champion the story of the people whose lives were touched by the historic events that transpired in this special place. Brynn Grant, the CEO of the Liberty County Development Authority, is a Liberty County native who was honored as the 2025 USA Today Woman of the Year for Georgia. She is the former President and CEO of United Way of the Coastal Empire and the former Chief Operating Officer for the Savannah Economic Development Authority (SEDA).Brynn has served on the Board of Directors of the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, Visit Savannah, Georgia Southern University Parker College of Business, Savannah State University College of Business, Oglethorpe Middle School, Savannah Technical College and Junior Achievement.She earned a B.A. in Journalism from the University of Georgia and is a graduate of Leadership Georgia, Leadership Savannah and Leadership Southeast Georgia, where she is a past board chair.She has been honored as the Small Business Chamber of Savannah Community Advocate of the Year, a Girl Scouts of Historic GA Woman of Distinction and a Savannah Technical College Community Star. 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

What if middle school allowed more time for kids to be kids? Amanda Fanelli advocates for a more student-centered, place-based, experiential learning approach in our public middle school curriculums based on models that allow for exploration and less time sitting still. An award-winning IB History teacher with 19 years of experience helping students understand their role as citizens, Amanda Fanelli was honored as the 2024 Gilder Lehrman Georgia History Teacher of the Year and the 2024 Sol C. Johnson High School Teacher of the Year. She is passionate about guiding her students to confront the challenges that climate change is presenting to marginalized people around the world and in their own community.Amanda earned a B.A. in History from Roosevelt University and a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Massachusetts – Lowell. A Fulbright Scholar, she is currently pursuing her Ed.D. in Curriculum Theory at Georgia Southern University.In her free time, she enjoys spending time in nature and exploring the beauty of the Hostess City with her family. 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 speech, Pranith explores the challenges and innovations in organ transplantation. With over 105,000 people on the waitlist each year, medical breakthroughs like xenotransplantation, organ perfusion systems like CRISPR offer hope, but inefficiencies in organ transport, immune rejection, and ethical issues persist. Pranith will discuss how innovations like animal-to-human transplants and heart-in-a-box technology can improve outcomes. This talk shows how addressing these systemic issues can save lives and inspire change—one heart at a time. Pranith Surapaneni is a Senior at Blue Valley Northwest High School. In his free time, he is a children’s book author, singer-songwriter, athlete, cancer researcher, and entrepreneur. In college, Pranith is pursuing a career in the intersection between healthcare and business. By combining his strengths with his mission, he hopes to create a positive impact on the communities around him. 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