TEDxWilmingtonUniversity

You have ideas that can change the world, the state, and Wilmington University — we want to hear them. Apply to speak at TEDxWilmingtonUniversity 2016: http://www.wilmu.edu/TEDxwilmingtonuniversity/proposals.aspx

Great ideas have a life of their own. They start out as a small whispering creature setting up camp in your head. As the idea grows, you think of it more and more. Finally, you know your idea is worthy of being shared with the world. You could change the world, all by giving a Talk at TEDxWilmingtonUniversity. http://www.wilmu.edu/TEDxwilmingtonuniversity/proposals.aspx

The talk doesn't stop! Monikah Ogando, Ph.D. rocked her Wilmington University shirt during her morning Periscope Talk! "A handy tool for resilience," was her topic.
Check out her Periscope () to keep the conversation going.

If you attended TEDxWilmingtonUniversity 2015, you were charged with spreading great ideas. Now its time to spread your own! Apply to speak at TEDxWilmingtonUniversity 2016. http://www.wilmu.edu/TEDxwilmingtonuniversity/proposals.aspx

TEDx Wilmington University - Speaker Application Form *The deadline to apply to speak at TEDxWilmingtonUniversity 2015 has passed. The selected speakers will be announced soon.

There have already been over 3,700 total views on the 6 videos from TEDxWilmingtonUniversity 2015. Which talk was your favorite? http://ow.ly/NMVrU

TEDxWilmingtonUniversity Speakers We proudly chose the following people to present at TEDxWilmingtonUniversity. "Ideas worth spreading" are those concepts that move or touch others...

Dr. Monikah Ogando is CEO and Founder of CEO Mastery, Inc, an executive business coaching firm, that empowers entrepreneurs to start and grow their businesses. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxYP58IvkSo

The Soul and Science of Authoring Your Success | Monikah Ogando |... Who do you say that you are? You're both the author and protagonist in your life. Dr. Monikah Ogando tells you how to design your life around...

Dr. Andrew Hartnett is Assistant Chair of MBA programs at Wilmington University. His extensive and distinguished career spans the fields of education, sales, health care, consulting, and leadership. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8HxfCZhmng

Sight vs. Vision | Andy Hartnett | TEDxWilmingtonUniversity Come with Andy Hartnett on a journey exploring the difference between sight and vision, and the lessons that can be learned therein. Andrew...

Dr. Francine Toliver Edwards is an Organizational Development Consultant and an Associate Professor at Delaware State University. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7I2HmKBqSo

Loving From The Inside Out... | Francine Edwards | TEDxWilmingtonUniversity In a culture filled with tension, are we sometimes too quick to play the race/gender/sexuality/religion card? Dr. Francine Edwards tells us why...

Kate Cottle is the Chair of Humanities and Literature at Wilmington University. Her areas of instruction include writing and research, hybrid and online course design, grammar, humanities, literature, history, and poetry. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0vidIWkymo

Oh The Humanities! | Kate Cottle | TEDxWilmingtonUniversity Kate Cottle asks the question: Why study the humanities? We study the humanities to become better humans. The humanities impact workplace and life...

Patrice Banks is an automotive technician who set out to change the face of the automotive industry by building a company around car buying and repair services for women. https://youtu.be/FwFqvOFefqg

How I Plan on Disrupting the Auto Industry...in Red Heels | Patrice... What do you do when you can't find a female mechanic? You become one! Patrice Banks discusses "auto airheads" in this compelling talk about women...

David Bullock is a nationally recognized speaker and trainer who brings an engineer’s perspective to business development and revenue optimization for startups. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VLpKjCs7IA

Four Stories to 10X Your Life | David Bullock | TEDxWilmingtonUniversity Life throws many curve balls at us. Watch and listen as David Bullock talks about the choices we make every day and how those choices define our...

Check out our mention from Delaware Online! http://ow.ly/NuMpi

TEDx at Wilmington University has successful second year; plans fall... By Joyce Carroll Special to Delaware Business Times In many ways, a TEDx event is the gift that keeps on giving. Established three decades ago as a...

Today marks one week since the second event. The show is over but the momentum is still moving strong. Let us know your favorite parts of the event and what ideas you plan to continue to spread!

On May 8, 2015 Wilmington University hosted our 2nd TEDx event. During lunch we were thrilled to host a performance by The Splashing Pearls, an amazing local band with some of the most unique music you've ever heard! Their self-described "Island Folk-Rock Bluesy Hybrid" sound added a truly inspiring musical presence to our TEDx event.

The Spashing Pearls - Live at TEDxWilmingtonUniversity! On May 8th 2015 Wilmington University hosted our 2nd TEDx event. During lunch we were thrilled to host a performance by The Splashing Pearls, an amazing local band with some of the most unique music you've ever heard! Their self-described

Three days ago, the TEDxWilmingtonUniversity attendees shared their passion. What's your passion?

Only one day away from "Engaging Excellence - Everywhere!

Tell us what you gain from tomorrow's event!

Meet the Speakers:

Taryn Roane: Culturally Responsive Teaching

Taryn Roane is an award-winning charter school principal and accomplished community educational leader, skilled in curriculum design, student engagement, teacher empowerment, and strategic turn-around implementation. Ms. Roane has over a decade of experience in developing instructional strategies, program standards for community outreach and partnerships, and improved education communication systems. She speaks formally on cultural responsiveness, progressive visioning and goal setting, and modern educator empowerment.

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Dr. Monikah Ogando: The Soul & Science of Authoring Your Success

Dr. Monikah Ogando is CEO and Founder of CEO Mastery, Inc, an executive business coaching firm, that empowers entrepreneurs to start and grow their businesses. She is the author of On Fire: Seven Strategies to Ignite Your Business and Light Up Your Life, and has been profiled in both Entrepreneur and Inc. magazines. Dr. Ogando hosts entrepreneurial events and workshops, in which she shares her expertise in marketing, business building, and leadership, as well as her philosophy of “designing your business to support your extraordinary life.”

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Dr. Andrew Hartnett: The Difference Between Sight and Vision

Dr. Andrew Hartnett is Assistant Chair of MBA programs at Wilmington University. His extensive and distinguished career spans the fields of education, sales, health care, consulting, and leadership. He holds numerous professional affiliations and honors, including the prestigious designations of Certified Performance Technologist and Certified Management Consultant. A retired Lt. Col. in the Air National Guard, he designed and developed the Delaware Leadership Academy, a graduate course of study for future military leaders. Professor Hartnett is presently pursuing his doctorate in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at Northcentral University.

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Francine Edwards, Ph.D.: Loving From The Inside Out...Collective Human Attention

Dr. Francine Toliver Edwards is an Organizational Development Consultant and an Associate Professor at Delaware State University (DSU). Her distinguished career has included experience in the television industry, most notably with the Black Entertainment Television network, as well as the public affairs arena, in which she represented the D.C. Department of Health and NASA. In her current role at DSU, Dr. Edwards teaches courses on writing, public relations, and organizational management. She has many professional affiliations, and her television documentary work has received the NAACP Image Award.

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Kate Cottle: Oh, the Humanities!

Kate Cottle is the Chair of Humanities and Literature at Wilmington University. Her areas of instruction include writing and research, hybrid and online course design, grammar, humanities, literature, history, and poetry. In addition to teaching, Ms. Cottle has professional experience in the corporate setting as a helpdesk analyst and technical writer. She is currently pursuing her Ed.D. in Curriculum, Technology, and Higher Education from the University of Delaware.

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David Bullock: Four Stories to 10X Your Life

David Bullock is a nationally recognized speaker and trainer who brings an engineer’s perspective to business development and revenue optimization for startups. His focus is helping businesses use technological tools to drive sales. After great success in the fields of engineering and sales, Mr. Bullock founded his own business firm, CEO Mastery, Inc. Among his specialties is maximizing the efficiency of sales-oriented web pages. Among his tools is the Taguchi Method, and Mr. Bullock has the rare distinction of being certified as a TRIZ/Taguchi Ad Optimization Specialist.

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Patrice Banks: How I Plan on Disrupting the Automotive Industry...in My Red Heels

Patrice Banks is an automotive technician who set out to change the face of the automotive industry by building a company around car buying and repair services for women. Fed up with not knowing anything about her own vehicle, Ms. Banks established Girls Auto Clinic (GAC). GAC provides interactive vehicle operation and service workshops that give women practical advice on maintaining and caring for their cars. Ms. Banks previously worked for more than 12 years as an engineer, manager, and leader at DuPont.

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to a few fun shots from the first event. We are just 22 days away from the second event! Join us in learning how to ENGAGE EXCELLENCE - EVERYWHERE!

was honored to have Angela Sheik share her undeniable talent at our first TEDx event. Listen to her latest album for some cool Friday jams.

Angela Sheik - Bring It On (Official Video) "Bring It On" is a single from the new album "Home Before Dark" by Angela Sheik (http://www.angelasheik.com). DOWNLOAD "Bring It On": http://www.angelasheik....

When was the last time you pushed yourself beyond your comfort zone? TED staff complied nine attention-grabbing talks that encourage viewers to seek the truth beyond we think we know. It is a great way to start the week.

Happy Monday!

Truth and Dare TED2015 transforms the “or” in the classic party game name into “and.” Why? Because truth often requires us to be daring, and daring often leads us to new truths. Talks to help you get in the spirit for TED2015...

Wow! Only 35 days away from the second event.

Are you ready?

Looks like Dr. Hartnett is practicing his speaking skills on Talk Philly. Watch him talk about the importance of real-world experience for instructors at .

Talk Philly: Wilmington University Andrew Hartnett, a full time faculty member and Assistant Chair of M.B.A programs at Wilmington University, talks with Erika von Tiehl about the benefits of a practitioner-based degree program and shares his expertise on what employers look for in candidates.