Theme: Immerse Yourself

Get ready to be inspired by thought-provoking talks, innovative ideas, and engaging discussions. TEDxBuckheadAve is back with an immersive experience that will leave you motivated and inspired.

Experience a day filled with captivating speakers, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities. Speakers include:

Matt Cartwright
Tristan LaGrande
Sam Yankelevitch
Catina Jenkins
Tristan LaGrande
E. Mackey
Brandi Harvey
Velera Wilson
Sabrina Runbeck
Walter Stith
Charreah Jackson
Robert H Johnson

Connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a difference and shaping the future.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your horizons, gain new insights, and be part of a vibrant community. Get ready to be immersed in the power of ideas at TEDxBuckheadAve!

MODEx Studio
3005 Peachtree Rd NE
Atlanta, Georgia, 30305
United States

Catina Jenkins

CEO, Catina Speaks, Learning & Development Professional, Inspirational Speaker, Consultant

individuals and organizations. Specializing in facilitation, program design, onboarding, coaching, and curriculum creation, she makes learning engaging and impactful. As the founder of Catina Speaks, she extends her passion by offering coaching, workshops, and motivational talks that inspire individuals and families. Her global experience includes teaching in Ghana, enriching her educational perspective and commitment to making a difference. A strong advocate for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), Catina excels in developing Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to foster inclusive environments. She is also a fierce advocate for her son with autism, having served on boards to create safe spaces. In her free time, Catina loves rocking the boymom life with her son Glen and making lasting memories with her family and friends!

E. Mackey

CEO, Founder of Blvck Spades, Blvck Haven Studio, and Dope Heart Media

E. Mackey is an Atlanta-based entrepreneur, author, activist, and philanthropist. With a dynamic portfolio spanning various domains, he is a prominent figure in both business and social advocacy circles.

Matt Cartwright

Psychotherapist, Interfaith Minister, Teacher, Speaker and Author

Matt Cartwright is a Psychotherapist, Ordained Interfaith Minister, Certified Spiritual Life Coach, teacher, and emerging author with an enlightening story of personal resilience. With over 20,000 hours of dedicated service to his credit, Matt's calling lies in helping individuals and couples transform their struggles into strengths and their pain into purpose.

Robert Johnson

DEI & LEadership Speaker, Facilitator, Consultant and Founder of RHJ Consulting Group, LLC

Meet Robert H. Johnson Jr., an extraordinary force dedicated to cultivating inclusive and equitable workplaces, where every individual finds their place, voice, and value. With unwavering commitment, Robert is on a mission to shatter barriers and empower leaders and teams to embrace inclusive leadership fearlessly.

Sabrina Runbeck

CEO, Co-Founder of PulsePoint Path, HealthTech Catalyst, Corporate Builder

"Sabrina Runbeck is a healthcare innovator, entrepreneur, and the visionary leader of PulsePoint Path. With a background as a clinician, she experienced burnout firsthand, which led her to create solutions for healthcare professionals and entrepreneurs. Sabrina leverages her expertise in media, community building, and healthcare consulting to empower health tech innovators to scale their impact and shape the future of healthcare technology.

Sam Yankelevitch

Author, Speaker,Linkedin Learning Instructor

Sam Yankelevitch is too old to grow up, too young to stop learning and delighted to give back. He is a bilingual Spanish-English author, LinkedIn Learning instructor, and corporate trainer, passionate about transforming how people communicate to help address today’s complex problems. Sam has presented to thousands of attendees nationally and internationally. Originally from Colombia, Sam's multicultural upbringing has shaped his unique perspective on communication: a bridge that connects diversity of thought and enables inclusive, holistic solutions. He aims to empower individuals to rewrite their individual narratives, so that they can contribute positively to their communities through better interpersonal connections. An Interview with Failure is Sam’s first stab at fiction where he reveals the truth about the F word. Sam’s LinkedIn Learning courses reached over 650,000 global students establishing him as a respected thought leader and educator. More at Samyankelevitch.com.