TEDxRobina – Process of Creative Change

Expand your mind in a room of captivating conversationists with TEDxRobina on Saturday 17th November

Hosted at Bond University, this unique event will stir your curiosity and invite you to learn something new as live speakers explore the idea of change during our time in history, sharing from a range of perspectives and industries.

TED Talks

Ever thought about what makes a great leader, where the aliens are, or whether or not schools are killing creativity? How about new ways to remove CO2 from the atmosphere, or SpaceX’s plan to fly humans across the globe in 30 minutes? Chances are you can find a TED talk about it! TED is a non-profit community that is passionate about spreading knowledge. The platform has helped to revolutionise the way we learn in the 21st century where with just the click of a button, you can have a world of expert information at your fingertips. The viral spread of TED talks across the internet is clear evidence of its growing credibility and popularity, and in partnership with local organisers, TED’s exciting hybrid offering TEDx has made events like TEDxRobina possible.

The Process of Creative Change

TEDx events are designed to inspire people to think about what kind of positive changes they can make in their lives and collectively, how we can improve society. TEDxRobina has been themed ‘Process of Creative Change’, inviting both speakers and attendees to explore the unstoppable forces of change around the world, including within health, education, science, art, technology, media and the worldwide economy. Embrace the rare opportunity to experience TEDx here in Robina, igniting new ideas, in-depth discussion and the chance to network with like-minded individuals here at the heart of Gold Coast City.

Live Speakers

TEDxRobina has a line up of specially curated speakers, including:

Dr Peta Stapleton Program Director, Clinical Masters of Psychology

Dr Peta Stapleton has 20 years experience as a registered Clinical and Health Psychologist in Queensland and has received many honours including the Australian Psychological Society Elaine Dignan Award for research into women’s issues, and the 2014 Harvey Baker Award for excellence in Energy Medicine Research. Dr Peta Stapleton has led the Australian research into Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) or ‘tapping’, which is used to treat many conditions including chronic pain, obesity, anxiety and stress.

Helen Zahos Humanitarian/Nurse/Paramedic

Helen Zahos is a Nurse, Paramedic and Humanitarian nominated in the Social Responsibility category in the Greek International Women Awards (GIWA). Helen has dedicated herself in recent years to caring for the victims of some of the world’s most devastating humanitarian crises. Helen is currently working at the Gold Coast University Hospital, and she remains active in assisting other volunteers wanting to go over to Greece and volunteer in refugee camps.

Anthony Ikin, Dancer

Anthony Ikin is a National, Australasian, European and World Aerobic Champion. He was also a soloist in the world famous cabaret ‘Moulin Rouge’ in Paris, performed alongside Natalie Bassingthwaite and John Farnham in ‘Grease’ the arena spectacular and was a top 10 finalist on the debut series of ‘So you think you can dance!’ His most recent achievement is choreographing the closing ceremony for the Commonwealth Games.

Kathryn Lyons Entrepreneur

Kathryn Lyons is an award-winning innovator, mentor and advocate for everyone’s Right to Toilet with Dignity. Through her experiences of poor design of accessible toilets, Kathryn created Accessibili-t. Accessibili-t works with governments and corporations to achieve real access, sanitation and hygiene for persons living with a disability, complex medical conditions and frail aged when toileting.

Adit Balquini Entrepreneur

Adit Balquini is a Law Graduate, Entrepreneur and co-founder of Practice Ready, a start-up that shifts the way education and learning are integrated into our daily lives. Adit redefines learning by:

1) Integrating informal education into our everyday activity using social media as a tool for connecting with others
2) Creating a space for peer-to-peer online learning – encouraging collaboration and discussion
3) Opening up new learning formats that will adapt to the changing jobs and business landscape.

Acharya Narada Muni Meditation Teacher

Acharya Narada Muni was trained in spiritual meditation practices in India and has been teaching meditation for over 35 years. Narada currently teaches Meditation in a corporate environment to business professionals. Narada will clarify the difference between “Mindfulness” and “Meditation” and talk about the research outcomes and benefits of both practices for all members of society.

Janne Torkkola Wildlife Management Services

Janne Torkkola, the owner of Snake Out Brisbane Snake Removal & Wildlife Management Services, created the first podcast dedicated to Australian wildlife science and conservation. Janne is an experienced wildlife management business owner with a demonstrated history of working in the environmental services industry.

Hangna Koh Experiential Designer

Hangna Koh is a South Korean Japanese Australian, working for the Japanese design firm NOSIGNER. Hangna studied fashion in London where she obtained a BA in creative direction and fashion styling, proceeding onto a Masters in Information Experience Design. Magazines and film festivals across Europe have published her work.