Michelle talks about looking at people beyond labels based on their time of birth. Teacher at Cambridge International School Dubai 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 soulful and immersive performance, Teresa Ressing-Bieluń – vocalist, music therapist, and explorer of ancient sounds – invites the audience on a journey through voice, rhythm, and silence. Blending elements of folk, world music, and white singing, she shows how sound can reconnect us with our emotions and inner truth. Using traditional instruments and her powerful, intuitive voice, Teresa transforms the stage into a space of presence, healing, and pure expression. Teresa Ressing-Bieluń – a singer with the soul of a wanderer, a music therapist, and a woman who believes that singing is a map leading back to oneself. Her heart beats to the rhythm of song, and her work combines archaic sounds, world music, ethno, and folk. She plays instruments that remember the past, creating music full of emotion, silence, and breath. On a daily basis, she runs her own "Hola Muzyka" classes for children, co-creates the "MiłoGranie" band, and is involved in traditional singing workshops. Privately, she is a mother who can light up the family hearth with music.Translated with DeepL.com (free version) 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 powerful and deeply personal talk, Wojtek “OjWojtek” Przeździecki – creator, documentarian, and traveler – shares his journey of transformation across body, mind, and career. Blending humor, honesty, and reflection, he reveals how failure can become the foundation for success and how authenticity remains the most valuable currency in the digital world. Through his creative projects and viral experiments, Wojtek shows that courage and self-awareness can turn even the hardest moments into a source of strength and inspiration. Falls and comebacks. Changes in body, mind, and career path. This is the story of a man who did not dwell on his mistakes, but used them as a foundation for a new life. Meet Wojtek “OjWojtek” Przeździecki—an internet creator, documentary filmmaker, and traveler. He has been creating content for the internet for over 9 years and has been running his own channel for 4 years. He is the author of viral, experimental projects that combine humor, courage, and an uncompromising approach to important topics. With his films, he proves that authenticity is the most important tool in the work of a creator and entrepreneur. On the TEDxUEW stage, Wojtek will share his personal story of physical, mental, and professional transformation. He will talk about how difficult experiences can become a driving force, how to turn failures into fuel for success, and how films can have a real impact on reality. 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 thought-provoking talk, Professor Krzysztof Jajuga, a leading expert in finance and risk management, examines how global financial markets have evolved through decades of change and uncertainty. Moving from historical insights to modern challenges, he explores the forces shaping today’s economy and the new risks introduced by artificial intelligence. This is a journey through the past, present, and future of finance — revealing whether the “show” of global markets can truly go on in an era of rapid technological disruption. Professor of economics, long associated with the University of Economics in Wrocław, as well as a lecturer at the Warsaw University of Technology, the University of Economics in Kraków, the WSB Academy, and foreign universities, including in Shanghai. Honorary doctorate from the University of Economics in Krakow and WSB University, honorary professor at the Warsaw University of Technology and the University of Warmia and Mazury. President of CFA Society Poland, member of the Advisory Board of the Association of Business Service Leaders. President of the International Federation of Classification Societies (Data Science) and chairman of the Social Sciences Team of the Council for Scientific Excellence. Author of nearly 500 scientific publications, a respected expert in the fields of finance, risk management, artificial intelligence, econometrics, statistics, and the real estate market. 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 inspiring talk, the speaker reflects on their transition from corporate leadership to mentoring within the startup world, exploring how real innovation begins with people, not processes. Drawing from personal experience, they reveal what holds organizations back — from the “it can’t be done” mindset to fear of failure — and show why young talents and open collaboration are the true engines of change. This is a story about courage, curiosity, and the power of sharing knowledge to build the future together. Co-founder and former president of SI-eCommerce, former vice president of Lukardi S.A., and former CTO of Modivo/Eobuwie, he is a manager with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. He has worked for major clients in Poland and abroad, combining his knowledge of modern technologies with strategic thinking skills. For several years, he has been involved in the development of startups in Poland and supports young talents, including as a juror and mentor for the Econverse Cup competition and a collaborator with the Empiria i Wiedza Foundation. He has completed prestigious educational programs at Stanford University, Université du Littoral, Wrocław University of Technology, and Franklin University. At TEDxUEW 2025, he will answer questions such as: • What is the path from an IT corporation to supporting startups? • Why is investing in young talent an investment in the future? • How does business experience translate into social innovation? 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 insightful and relatable talk, the speaker explores what truly defines a “good place to work” — beyond salary, KPIs, and corporate slogans. Combining personal experience as a leader with powerful research from MIT, Gallup, and Deloitte, she reveals four key pillars of a healthy workplace: purpose, work-life integration, psychological safety, and growth through recognition. With humor and authenticity, she invites us to rethink leadership — not as control, but as creating an environment where people feel seen, valued, and motivated to stay. A leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy and empathy, turning the daily whirlwind of challenges into opportunities for growth.Her life is a constant balancing act - managing pressing deadlines and unexpected fires, both at work and at home, where she leads a team of fifteen professionals at Fresenius Kabi and embraces the joyful chaos of raising three spirited daughters.Monika believes that real leadership starts when control gives way to trust. It’s about creating a space where people feel safe to speak up and say, ‘This isn’t working, let’s find a better way.’ For her, leadership is never a solo journey; it’s defined by the team that stands behind you.Monika will explore how to build workplaces that value every voice, master the art of balancing life’s demands, and nurture environments where collaboration sparks innovation. 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