In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized (subject to certain rules and regulations).

Young Circle Park
1 N Young Circle
Hollywood, Florida, 33019
United States

Brian Neff

CEO

Brian Neff, CEO of an aerospace component manufacturing company in South Florida, discusses how manufacturing as we know it is about to radically change with 3D printing and additive manufacturing. Mr. Neff founded Sintavia, LLC., an advanced manufacturer focused primarily on the Aerospace & Defense industry, in 2012 after working with metal additive manufacturing at CTS Engines, an affiliated jet engine MRO he acquired in 2010. Prior to CTS, Brian was the President of Southern Air from 2007 to 2009, and its CFO from 2003 to 2007. Brian holds a BA from Dartmouth College and an MBA from Columbia Business School.

Carlos Zuluaga

Creative Director

Carlos Zuluaga, a digital media strategist, believes social media can change the world for the better – and he’s out to prove it! His talk centers on the story of how one person started a viral campaign to clean up community beaches, parks and other public spaces. Owner and Creative Director of Lionfuse Digital Media.

David Aizer

Media Coach + South Florida TV Personality

David Aizer, a South Florida TV personality and stage 3 cancer survivor, inspirers with a talk on embracing our personal challenges and insecurities.

Dr. Brijesh Mehta

Neurointerventional Surgeon

Dr. Brijesh Mehta, a leading neurointerventional surgeon, reveals how he and his colleagues applied modern business processes and technologies to revolutionize stroke care across Florida and the country.

Dr. Tracy Timberlake

Business Consultant + Digital Strategist

Dr. Tracy Timberlake, an award winning business consultant and digital strategist, believes our mobile devices and social media accounts can be a tool for positive change – and she teaches you how to leverage them in her TEDx Talk. I AM DR. TRACY TIMBERLAKE. An Award Winning Business Coach & Digital Strategist. My hope and vision for millions of Entrepreneurs, Leaders and Influencers is to understand the massive impact they can create by showing up fully in the digital space and to give them the tools that empower them to do so.

Francis Jay Caputo

Leadership Thinker + Coach

Francis Jay Caputo, a leadership coach, discusses the importance of embracing interpersonal conflict and building stronger relationships. Francis Jay Caputo is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of 4D Associates International, is a Certified Master Coach, a certified Radical Honesty ® Coach & Trainer and the creator and lead trainer of the 4D Transformative Coaching ProgramTM (4D TCPTM) accredited internationally by the Certified Coaches Alliance (CCA). As an educator, trainer, coach, consultant and writer with over two decades of experience, Jay has worked with thousands of students and clients throughout North and South America, Europe and Asia designing and delivering specialized personal and professional development programs and curriculums. His clients encompass a wide range of leaders across industries including small business entrepreneurs, key stakeholders and management teams of various Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies.

Jennifer Grace

Hay House Author + Inpsirational Speaker

Jennifer Grace, author of the book, Directing Your Destiny, advocates for teaching meditation and mindfulness in Florida schools. Jennifer Grace in her own words: "I am a mother. A writer. A speaker. A spoken word artist. A leader. I am the one who will inspire, light a fire, and help you see your vison to the end. I am a coach, a catalyst, and a confidant. I tell the truth, lovingly yet bluntly, because I know it will set you free. I am authentic. I am real. I am committed to training and developing women who want to lead because I know that ultimately this will create a world of unity, peace, and love."

Lisa Merkle

Farmer + Entrepreneur

Lisa Merkle, an urban farmer growing vegetables via hydroponics near downtown Miami, discusses the future of urban farming and food production – and how to meet the food needs of a growing population in a sustainable and healthy way. A Twenty-First Century Bon Vivant, Lisa Merkle is known throughout the world as one of the foremost experts on curating and producing extraordinary events for corporations, organizations and causes. Merkle calls on her 20 years of experience and endless world-class resources while acting as a strategic partner, working intimately with clients to refine goals and create an exceptional experience to meet and quite often exceed the original intention. The genesis of Box Greens marks a homecoming for Lisa. She returns to Miami after 17 years in New York City where she launched an event production and lifestyle design studio.

Mark Panciera

Partner - The Pacific Institute

Mark Panciera, an undertaker turned leadership strategist for Fortune 1000 companies, reveals the secrets, based in neuroscience, for personal and professional transformation. Mark Panciera is a partner in two thriving and life enriching companies; one in the arena of transforming mindsets in leaders and Fortune 1000 companies, the other in the arena of funeral care as a third-generation undertaker. His passion is to ignite human potential, helping others implement practical solutions for life and leadership effectiveness. Applying his personal formula for success, Panciera has distinguished himself as an advisor to a diversified group of clients in a variety of industries, as well as to countless others through numerous presentations, writings and media appearances. His unique nurturing ability to guide survivors after a loss, along with breathing life into leaders and their teams is authentic and impactful.

Nathaniel Delevoe

Inspirational Thinker + Poet

Nathaniel Delevoe, an inspiring poet, opens hearts and minds with his outlook on the social and racial challenges of our times. Nathaniel Delevoe, stage name DelevoeSpeakz, hails from Broward County Florida and has been performing spoken word for seven years. He has performed in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Pensacola, Atlanta, as well as at high schools and colleges through out his state. He is a well respected talent in the south Florida region. His performance tonight will be discussing police brutality in the U.S. as well as the causes and psyche of the people involved.

Todd Delmay

Best Selling Author + Inspirational Speaker

Todd Delmay tells the story of his fight for LGBTQ equality and the right of same sex couples to marry – and discusses what we can all learn from his experiences. Todd Delmay is President of the Hollywood LGBTQ+ Council, and one of its founding members. He is also a bestselling author and public speaker. He was active in the fight for marriage equality and remains engaged in LGBT issues from youth to elder care as well as issues regarding the environment. Todd is a business owner and landlord in Hollywood and serves on several Boards. He and his husband are proud fathers of an amazing nine years old son, and they enjoy traveling and hanging out together as a family.