Will AI take our jobs or just expose our blind spots? In this timely and powerful TEDx talk, Laura McLean argues that the future of leadership is not just digital, it's deeply human. As artificial intelligence reshapes the way we work, we risk building systems that exclude by default unless we learn to ask one vital question: who is not in the room? With real stories from a blind man and a bank card to an Indigenous deaf woman rejected by an AI hiring tool, Laura reveals how exclusion gets embedded in our tools, offices, and decisions. Drawing on her own experience building inclusive teams and offices designed for neurodiverse and international staff, she shows what it really means to lead with empathy in a world of algorithms. This is not a talk about fear, it’s a rallying cry for inclusive, conscious, and courageous leadership."Smart leaders don’t just think about who’s in the room, they think about the customers they haven’t met yet." – Laura McLean Laura McClean is a seasoned technology executive with a strong track record in leading transformation, scaling teams, and delivering commercial success across global markets. With experience spanning both strategic and operational roles, she is known for cultivating inclusive, high-performing cultures built on trust, purpose, and integrity. Her leadership approach combines commercial acumen with a people-first mindset, empowering teams to innovate and thrive.Recently, Laura has pivoted towards new ventures where her entrepreneurial outlook and commitment to sustainable leadership can create lasting value. She continues to mentor emerging leaders and actively contributes to the tech ecosystem through board and advisory roles. 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

How many failures does it take to become a world champion? For Carl Frampton, it was 58. In this raw TEDx talk, the former two-weight World Boxing Champion shares the deeply personal moments that shaped his career, from heartbreaking defeats to standing tall on the Vegas Strip.But this isn’t just a story about sport. It’s about accountability, resilience, and the inner circle that truly matters. Carl reveals how setbacks became signposts, how he got the idea to shrink his circle, silence the noise, and rediscover what it meant to truly commit and become World Champion.Whether you're chasing your own version of a title or trying to bounce back from a knockdown in life, this is a talk about embracing failure, rethinking success, how ideas come from the silence, and daring to believe again.“If I can fail my way to the top, then so can you.” — Carl Frampton Carl Frampton MBE is a former two-weight world boxing champion and one of Northern Ireland’s most celebrated sports figures. Born and raised in Belfast, Carl rose to international prominence through a remarkable career that saw him become the first boxer from the island of Ireland to win world titles in two weight divisions—super bantamweight and featherweight.Known for his grit, humility, and dedication,Carl captured the hearts of fans far beyond the ring. Since retiring in 2021, he has become a respected boxing pundit, commentator, and advocate for youth development and mental health. Carl remains a proud ambassador for Belfast, using his platform to inspire the next generation and champion positive change in sport and society. 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

12 Mart 2025 tarihinde "İletişimle Sınırları Kaldır!" temasıyla gerçekleşen TEDxSelçukÜniversitesi etkinliğinde "İletişimin Unutulmaz Lezzeti" başlıklı konuşması ile Onur Deniz bizlerleydi. Onur Deniz is the founder of Özumuz Muhabbet, one of the largest franchise brands in the region. Onur Deniz, an entrepreneur who attracted attention in a short time with his different concept that adopted Anatolian culture, continues to grow rapidly with his brand. 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

There’s an elephant in the room and it comes with a wheelchair, a mobility aid or a staircase. We see it. But too often, we avoid it. In this unforgettable TEDx talk, Shelley Cowan confronts the silent, systemic barriers faced by millions living with disabilities, not just in physical spaces, but in mindsets and missed opportunities. After spending 12 years paralysed and blind, Shelley brings lived insight and bold thinking to the forefront, introducing AI²: Artificial Intelligence + Accessibility and Inclusion, a powerful partnership that could redefine how we innovate, design, and include. As life does, it threw Shelley a challenge on this very stage, her words faltered, but Shelley did something remarkable, she left, paused, gathered herself, and returned to deliver a powerful talk to a gripped live audience. See it for yourself, because this is what courage, leadership, and true inclusion look like. “Inclusion isn’t an add-on — it’s a mindset shift.” — Shelley Cowan Shelley Cowan is an inspirational speaker and accessibility consultant who has lived with Severe M.E. for nearly 30 years. After spending 12 years bedbound and a further decade in a wheelchair, she became a passionate advocate for disability inclusion. Shelley founded JustUs in 2020 to create safe, inclusive spaces for adults with disabilities and later launched Access Avenue to help organisations unlock the power of the Purple Pound.With an MSc in International Business, her research highlights major accessibility failings in hospitality. Shelley combines lived experience and academic insight to champion inclusive, sustainable futures for all. 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 your past wasn’t your prison, but your platform? In this deeply moving TEDx talk, Henry McCrory shares how he transformed a childhood marked by violence and addiction into a life of meaning, leadership, and legacy. Through the lens of Logotherapy, a philosophy shaped in the shadows of Auschwitz, Henry reminds us that no matter our circumstances, we always have the power to choose our response. With wisdom shaped by personal pain and decades of business experience, Henry invites us to reflect on who we’re becoming, what we believe is possible, and how change truly begins: not with others, but within ourselves. “The person you want to change isn’t your partner, your past, or your pain — it’s the one in the mirror.” — Henry McCrory Henry McCrory is a strategic marketer, entrepreneur, and creative leader with over 30 years of experience at the intersection of business and design. As the founder of Creative 3 Media, Henry has dedicated his career to helping brands, networks, and businesses thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape.Henry’s expertise spans smart website development, innovative branding, video marketing, and data-driven digital strategies-delivering tailored solutions that consistently drive measurable results. 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 coming second was exactly where you were meant to be? In this deeply personal and poetic TEDx talk, Amy Mae Dolan, principal dancer with Riverdance, shares how five life-altering interruptions threatened to steal her dream. From a family cancer diagnosis to injury, heartbreak, and endometriosis, Amy’s story isn’t about never falling, it’s about how she learned to rise with grace, grit, and empathy. With the raw honesty of someone who’s truly lived it, she reveals that second isn’t failure – it’s formation. And just like Irish dancing, where the top stays still while the feet fly, we too often appear calm while paddling furiously underneath. This is a talk for anyone carrying more than they show. For anyone in the middle of their own interruption. Amy has an idea, and that is to choreograph your next step, not perfectly, but purposefully. Amy Mae Dolan is a professional dancer and choreographer whose passion for the performing arts has taken her from local stages to international platforms. A proud advocate for creativity and expression, Amy Mae is deeply committed to empowering others through dance and education. With a career that seamlessly blends artistry and innovation,Amy Mae has worked with renowned companies, collaborated on groundbreaking projects, and inspired countless individuals to find their voice through movement. Her approach to dance transcends performance, exploring its potential as a tool for connection, personal growth, and storytelling. 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