TEDxGraham Windham

Speakers

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• Carol Mills-Kamara

  Administrative/Clinical Supervisor

  Dr. Carol is the author of Shattering Scarcity: Break Free from Limiting Beliefs about Wealth to Walk Boldly in Abundance and Shattering Scarcity Guided Journal & Workbook. Her work centers on the “scarcity mindset” — the quiet belief of not being enough — and how it shapes behavior, reinforces trauma, and fuels inequity across communities and systems. With deep experience in mental health and child welfare, she illuminates the connection between personal healing and systemic transformation. Known for her clarity, compassion, and ability to translate complex concepts into life-changing tools, Dr. Carol helps people reclaim their voice, expand their vision, and embody their true worth. Her philosophy is “When we shatter scarcity, we don’t just change our mindset — we change how we lead, relate, and build society.”

• Hena Doba

  News Anchor

  Hena Doba is the weekend morning anchor at NewsNation and a veteran journalist whose work spans CBS, Cheddar, and national breaking-news coverage. She has reported and anchored across pivotal moments in American life, moderated high-level civic conversations, and guest-hosted thought-leadership events including 92NY’s State of America Summit. Beyond the anchor desk, Hena coaches leaders and teams on media clarity, story craft, and high-stakes communication. Her signature talk, Reinvention Isn’t a Risk—It’s a Superpower, translates frontline newsroom lessons into practical tools organizations can use the same week. She lives in the New York area and speaks in-person or virtually.

• Hetal Raythattha

  Vice President, Marketing and Sales

  "Hetal Raythattha is a Vice President of Marketing and Sales recognized for building inclusive, high-performing teams. After immigrating to the United States at age six, she developed a lasting perspective on identity, adaptation, and belonging. She has led teams at Fortune 500 companies with a focus on psychological safety, shared purpose, and equitable participation, and earlier worked with national radio brands advocating for media access and representation. In her TEDx talk, Hetal explores belonging as a form of equity and how intentional leadership drives collective success. "

• Ioanna Mantzouridou-Onasi

  Founder and CEO

  Ioanna Mantzouridou Onasi is the Founder and CEO of Dextego. With a background in psychology, rhetoric, strategic management, and talent development, she brings a cross disciplinary lens to the future of work. Her mission is to close the gap between performance and potential by making coaching more intelligent, personalized, and scalable. An internationally recognized thought leader and award winning speaker, author, and artist, Ioanna helps organizations future proof their people by building the human skills machines can’t replace: empathy, adaptability, and trust.

• Jose Rivera

  Founder, HOPENEARME

  Jose Rivera is the founder of HOPENEARME, a mobile food pantry that brings groceries directly into underserved neighborhoods in the Bronx, eliminating barriers like transportation, long lines, and the stigma of accessing food assistance. Drawing from his own childhood experience with food insecurity and later as a parent unable to adequately provide for his children, Jose transformed personal trauma into community action. Through the Virtual Café Podcast, he creates spaces for authentic conversations about resilience, dignity, and what it means to build systems that truly serve people. Jose’s mission is rooted in the belief that no family should have to choose between eating and dignity, and that help should come to people where they are, not after bureaucratic delays.

• Keshav Harpavat

  High School Junior

  Keshav Harpavat is a high school junior at Strake Jesuit College Preparatory in Houston, Texas. He is passionate about addressing pressing community issues through innovative solutions rooted in connection and creativity. As the founder of two established, youth-led organizations, Pipes for the People and Math Made Simple, Keshav works to reduce disparities in healthcare and education by empowering youth to take action around the world. Outside of this work, he enjoys playing soccer, competing nationally in debate, conducting scientific research, and performing with his bagpipes.

• Kimmi Berlin

  Founder

  Kimmi Berlin is a published author, writing coach, storyteller, and the founder of Build Up Boys, a nonprofit that equips young boys with the tools they need to retain their innate emotional intelligence. She began telling stories on stage at The Moth, winning several StorySLAMS, going on to perform a one-woman show at FringeNYC. She adapted her show into a memoir that was published by Dutton/ NAL. Kimmi then spent the following decade helping other people tell their stories. In recent years, she has performed stories at “Listen to Your Mother” at SOPAC; "The Porch" at Kaatsbaan; "Late Night Storytelling" hosted by Ophira Eisenberg at the Nantucket Film Festival; and Cat Greenleaf’s “Storyhour” at the Algonquin Hotel. Her essays have appeared in The New York Times, The Guardian, CNN, Good Housekeeping, Salon, and POPSUGAR. She also interviews leading researchers, educators, and thought leaders working on boys' emotional development through the Build Up Boys podcast.

• Latavia Lee

  Director, Learning & Practice Proficiency

  Ms. Lee comes to TEDx Graham with over 20 years experience partnering with children, youth, and families. She started her career straight out of college with a degree in English Language Arts. She always thought she'd be a teacher of sort, but started her career as a Case Planner engaging families toward safe reunification. After several years, on the ground doing the work, she obtained her MSW degree from Silberman School of Social Work focusing on Organizational Leadership. She went on to obtain her MSW license and coaching certification through International Coaching Federation . Ms. Lee is also the owner of HealThy Temple Fitness & Wellness Coaching LLC. Inspired by personal struggles with weight and wellness, she became a certified personal trainer through the National Academy for Sport Medicine. Her goal is help foster change through building relationships that are rooted in compassion, empathy, psychological safety.

• Luke Childs

  High School Junior

  My name is Luke Childs, and I am currently a junior in high school studying abroad through SYA (School Year Abroad) in Spain, but I live in Bedford, New York. I love taking advantage of any opportunity that encourages me to grow, especially activities which involve human-to-human interaction. I am particularly interested in public speaking because I believe it creates a collaborative yet educational space where ideas converge, inspiring meaningful conversations that foster deeper understanding across diverse perspectives.

• Marcella McKoy

  Director, Team Experience & Engagement

  Marcella McKoy is a passionate advocate for organizational culture and employee engagement. As Director of Team Experience and Engagement, she leads transformative initiatives that foster inclusive, high-performing workplaces. With over a decade of experience in Human Resources, Marcella specializes in change management, cultural transformation, and strategies that elevate employee experience. She holds a master’s degree in Conflict Analysis and Resolution and a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, blending expertise in human behavior and service excellence. When she’s not driving organizational change, Marcella enjoys engaging in spirited conversations, exploring, and bringing creative projects to life. Marcella was recently named a 2026 Nonprofit Trailblazer by City & State!

• Michelle Rose

  Public Speaker | Project Manager | Data Analytics' Professional

  Michelle Rose is an accomplished speaker, project manager, and data analytics professional with over a decade of multidisciplinary experience across financial services, the performing arts, and wellness. She currently manages global sustainability data initiatives and oversees enterprise project portfolios, blending strategic leadership with technical expertise to drive data-informed decision-making. Previously, she managed national and international performing arts tours, including productions featuring Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ira Glass, Sasheer Zamata, and American Ballet Theatre, experiences that sharpened her strengths in project management and operational excellence. A frequent conference speaker and dedicated mentor, Michelle is deeply committed to community empowerment and continues to bridge data, creativity, and people-centered leadership to create meaningful impact.

• Nakisha Oliver

  Family Advocate

  I was once a foster child, later became a foster parent, and now serve as a Family Advocate living proof of how full-circle healing can look. Having stood on every side of the system, I carry an intimate understanding of its impact, its gaps, and its possibilities. I’ve learned that mirroring someone’s story is not about the clarity of the reflection, but about recognizing the clouds that formed it and still choosing compassion. This lived experience shapes how I advocate: with truth, grace, and an unwavering belief in family restoration.

• Sil Curiati

  Speaker | Performance Catalyst | Storytelling Expert

  Born and raised in Brazil, Sil is a gifted storyteller and passionate about the cultural aspects of relationships. With 30 years of industry experience, including Global Business Lead and Evangelist at Google NY and Head of Strategy at WPP ad agencies in SP and Miami, Sil left the corporate world to focus on her company, STORY by Sil Curiati. There, she helps people Talk the Walk© by developing their ability to leverage their superpowers. Sil lives in the US with her husband, CJ, and two amazing rescue dogs, Ringo Starr and Bella Bowie, and is pursuing her Master’s degree in Psychology at Harvard.

• Tal Lazar

  Filmmaker

  Tal Lazar brings over 20 years of experience as an award-winning filmmaker and 15 years as a professor at institutions including the American Film Institute, Columbia University, and the Sundance Institute. He has also served in business leadership roles within technology and media companies. Today, he brings a unique blend of storytelling, education, and leadership to help leaders and teams communicate with cinematic impact, sparking emotion, inspiring action, and building lasting connections.