In his TEDxWilmingtonSalon talk, Dr. Matt Markel reveals a surprising key to building happier employees and more resilient organizations: talking about money. With clarity and insight, he makes the case for integrating financial education into the workplace—not just as a benefit, but as a strategic driver of performance, well-being, and retention. This talk is a win-win blueprint for leaders who want their people and their companies to thrive. Dr. Matt Markel is a visionary technologist, entrepreneur, and author with a track record of leadership across the defense and commercial tech sectors. As CTO of Epirus Inc., he leads cutting-edge innovation to protect global security, and previously served as CEO of Spartan Radar, advancing autonomous vehicle technology. A former VP at Waymo and Ghost Autonomy, Matt helped develop world-class radar systems, including the industry’s most sensitive automotive imaging radar. He is the author of Radar for Fully Autonomous Driving and co-founder of Red Advantage Management. A sought-after speaker, Dr. Markel simplifies complex tech to inspire action and transform the future of mobility and national defense. 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

Do you remember being more creative as a young person? Are you still as imaginative as you were back then? Esther takes us on a journey of understanding the power of Imagination. She shares insights on how imagination truly is a valuable currency in the relationship between thought and reality and how best we can retain it. She does not just speak about it in theory but shares moments in her life that have been actualised after believing in what she visualised in her mind.  Esther Chungu Nyathando is a gospel singer and media personality who uses her platform to spread messages of faith, hope, and empowerment. Beyond music, Esther advocates for children’s and women’s issues, often engaging in motivational speaking and media work. She has worked as a friend of UNICEF and is a UN Zambia supporter of the SDGs, specifically under SDG 2 (Zero Hunger). Her artistry blends traditional Zambian sounds with contemporary gospel, making her a prominent voice in Zambia’s modern Christian music scene. 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