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Stefan Maynard BOLD Commerce

Sponsor Highlight: Stefan Maynard of BOLD Commerce

kerryJun 20, 20193 min read
As a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit, TEDxWinnipeg relies on the revenue we generate from ticket sales and generous donations from our sponsors in order to make our event not just success, but a reality each year! As a result, we wanted to sit down with some of our sponsors and ask them what they love about […]
Leslea Walters TEDxWinnipeg 2019

Seven Questions With Dr. Leslea Walters

kerryJun 18, 20194 min read
Dr. Leslea Walters is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, having trained as an Obstetrician/Gynaecologist. She sees patients in her downtown practice, delivers babies at the Women’s Hospital (Health Sciences Centre) and operates at various hospitals around Winnipeg. She’s quick to tell you that she ended up in medicine “by […]
Celine Nadon TEDxWinnipeg 2019

Seven Questions With Celine Nadon

kerryJun 13, 20196 min read
Celine Nadon (PhD) is the Chief of Enteric Diseases Surveillance, Outbreak Detection and Response at Canada’s National Microbiology Laboratory. She leads national surveillance programs for infectious diseases transmitted by food and water, and her laboratory continuously monitors for and investigates outbreaks of foodborne disease using cutting edge technology. She specializes in the practical application of science and technology to […]
Aleethia Mackay TEDxWinnipeg 2019

Seven Questions With Aleethia Mackay

kerryJun 11, 20194 min read
Aleethia Mackay is a full time Addictions Counsellor at an alternative high school in the Winnipeg School Division where she works one on one with teenagers who have experienced trauma, and who may be battling substance use and abuse. Aleethia has always had a passion for working with youth of all ages and will spend […]
Alan Cross TEDxWinnipeg 2019

Seven Questions With Alan Cross

kerryJun 7, 20193 min read
Alan Cross is an internationally known broadcaster, interviewer, writer, consultant, blogger and speaker.     Throughout his 40 years in the broadcasting and music business Alan has interviewed the biggest names in rock and is also known as a musicologist and documentarian through programs like the long-running show, The Ongoing History of New Music. We caught up […]
Marney Stapley TEDxWinnipeg

Meet The TEDxWinnipeg Volunteer: Marney Stapley

kerryJun 5, 20194 min read
Did you know that TEDxWinnipeg is 100% volunteer run? From the photographers, to the businesses in the Idea Lounge, to the person writing this post (hi!), we’re all volunteering our time because we believe in the value of sharing ideas. In the weeks leading up to TEDxWinnipeg 2019 we’re publishing a series of interviews with […]
Deb Chaboyer TEDxWinnipeg 2019

Seven Questions with Deb Chaboyer

kerryJun 4, 20193 min read
Deb Chaboyer is an educator at the University of Manitoba, inspirational leader, and emerging entrepreneur. Her emerging company,  Chaboyer International works to empower change and connect the world through Human Resources, Adult Education, Customized Training & Advocacy. Deb that “Every person is a teacher and a learner. It is when we engage on this level […]
Reyn Redekopp TEDxWinnipeg

Meet The TEDxWinnipeg Volunteer: Reyn Redekopp

kerryMay 24, 20193 min read
TEDxWinnipeg is a one-day event dedicated to sharing and spreading ideas, but it takes a lot of time, commitment, and teamwork to make it a reality every year! In fact, everyone involved with TEDxWinnipeg – from the speakers, to the sound guy – are all volunteers driven by a passion for knowledge and innovation. In […]
Dave Brown TEDxWinnipeg

Seven Questions With Dave Brown

kerryMay 22, 20194 min read
Dave Brown is a film performer who has delivering a wide range of cinematic performances including his portrayal of real-life psychopathic serial killer Gary Ridgway in A&E’s “The Riverman” as well as the comedic hitman Sergei in the feature film “Stegman is Dead”. He was also recognized for an ACTRA award for Best Performance by […]
Monique Andrew TEDxWinnipeg

Seven Questions With Monique Fox

kerryMay 22, 20192 min read
Monique Fox is a mother, personal stylist, hair and makeup artist, fashion blogger, YouTuber, model, vintage enthusiast, party planner, professional thrifter and social media personality better known as Style Hunter Fox. With the growing, global need for sustainable fashion practices, Monique promotes her “Shop With Heart” mantra of supporting local designers and small businesses, and […]