Learn the art of building businesses that can adapt and thrive amid constant disruption. Major Hassan Safa presents practical frameworks for strategic foresight, agile leadership, and long-term success in a volatile market landscape. Hasan is a PhD candidate in International and Diplomatic Affairs, holding two bachelor's degrees in Political and Administrative Sciences and Military Sciences, along with two master’s degrees in International and Diplomatic Affairs and Business Administration (EMBA). He has published a book on geopolitics and an article analyzing Lebanon’s gas sector from a geopolitical perspective. An experienced instructor, he teaches Communication Skills, Leadership, Advocacy, and Strategic Management.With 17 years of experience, Hasan has developed expertise in communication, management, and leadership. His work with global organizations—including the U.S. Army and Air Force, British Royal Air Force, German Navy, Italian Military, UNIFIL, and UN agencies—has strengthened his cultural awareness. Passionate about human rights and international law, he has led specialized training programs. Hasan is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and leveraging his skills to educate and empower others. 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

Explore the core traits and mindset required to lead in times of uncertainty and change. Elias Hankash draws from real-world experiences to reveal how transformational leaders can inspire innovation, overcome barriers, and drive societal progress in a fast-evolving world. Elias Hankach is the CEO of Noknok and has held key roles in multiple companies, including Mazar Farms, Bongos, and Red Bull, where he served as a manager. He spent four years in Japan and Egypt before returning to Lebanon as a consultant, providing advisory services to various corporations. In 2014, he was appointed an advisor to the Minister of Economy, focusing on restructuring key sectors. He was first elected as a Member of Parliament in 2018, actively serving on Youth & Sports, Economy & Trade, and Planning committees. He resigned in 2020 following the Beirut Port explosion but was re-elected in 2022. In his second term, he became Rapporteur of the Parliamentary Information Technology Committee. Beyond politics, he co-founded "Make Your Mark" in 2018, a youth-driven initiative supporting local development and cultural projects, securing grants for institutions, and assisting small and medium-sized enterprises. 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

Ripples in the Pool, Waves in Life: My Swimming Journey of Self-discovery 8-year-old student 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

Al igual que Miguel Ángel transformó el mármol agrietado en el majestuoso David, también nosotros tenemos la oportunidad para esculpir una obra maestra cuando reconocemos el potencial de una Grieta. Maestra en artes plásticas y licenciada en Ciencias Sociales, con un Máster en Estudios Multidisciplinarios de Buffalo State University. Docente universitaria, escritora y educadora con amplia experiencia en la enseñanza de las artes plásticas y visuales, enfocada en la formación integral de jóvenes a través de las artes. 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

Ser popular es el camino hacia la inclusión, donde las puertas se abren, las almas se encuentran y la felicidad crece cuando todos brillamos. Padre orgulloso de tres maravillosas hijas y esposo de una talentosa neuropsicóloga. Dedica su vida a guiar procesos de aprendizaje, promover la inclusión y el desarrollo integral de sus estudiantes. Psicopedagogo, Orientador escolar y Profesor universitario, que contribuye con amor y compromiso a la formación de nuevas generaciones en la Universidad del Quindío, la Institución Educativa Olaya Herrera y el programa PANE 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

Preservar nuestros ecosistemas y los recursos de nuestro planeta es una tarea urgente que necesita de la ayuda de todos, pero ¿cómo lograrlo? ¡Descubre cómo la literatura puede ser la semilla para salvar el planeta! Valeria Rojas es docente de English & Social Studies en el Gimnasio inglés de Armenia. Desde pequeña cree firmemente en que “el mundo está hecho de historias, no de átomos” (Muriel Rukeyser) y por esta razón decidió cursar su Pregrado en Estudios Literarios en la Pontificia Universidad Javeriana de Bogotá. Al graduarse, quiso sembrar en otros su amor por las historias lo que la llevó a convertirse en profesora de Inglés y Español desde hace 10 años en colegios internacionales de Bogotá. Además, por su profunda preocupación por crear un mundo más justo para todos obtuvo su título de Maestría en Estudios de Paz y Resoluciòn de Conflictos en la Universidad Javeriana y un MA Special Education de la Universidad de Alabama. 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