In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized (subject to certain rules and regulations).

Auditório TECNOPUC - PUCRS
Av Ipiranga, 6681
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, 90619900
Brazil

Danielle Fortes

Senior Product Director

danielle.fortes@oracle.com Danielle Fortes is Senior Product Director for Latin America in the HCM area, working for Oracle in the United States. With more than 25 years of experience, she works at the intersection of Human Resources, Technology, and Innovation, developing and implementing global HR solutions. In addition, Danielle has more than 15 years of experience with SAP. She graduated in Administration from UFMG with a specialization in Programming and Systems Analysis and Technology and Management Systems; she also has an MBA in Digital Marketing. Danielle embraces "continuous learning" as a mantra and is passionate about reading.

Eric Elbling

High School Student

Eric Elbling is a student at Pan American School. He is the founder of @cyclereciclagem , a project focused on recycling electronic waste which managed to recycle over 1 ton of e-waste last year.

Fausto Vanin

digital transformation agent

Fausto Vanin, digital transformation agent. He works on initiatives that use technology to change the social context in which it lives. He has a master’s degree in Applied Informatics from PUC-PR and certification in Innovation and Strategy from the MIT Sloan School of Management. In the process of pursuing a PhD in the use of Blockchain in healthcare at the University of Vale dos Sinos, Co-founder of OnePercent, a company that develops solutions with Blockchain technology and Lanceiros, a technology company formed by black people from the periphery. Mentor, speaker and activist for causes of social and environmental impact in reducing inequalities

João Becker

Student

Psychology student at Unisinos, Gaucho, resilient and optimistic wheelchair user. Passionate about sports and never gives up looking for solutions to problems.

Laura Bier

Entrepreuner

Founder of Roubadinhas and CEO of Blend Experiências. She is one of the most significant references in southern Brazil regarding experiences, gastronomic ventures, and sports events. Laura believes in the strength of the relationship network and connections. She was a pioneer in several projects and is currently tackling the most challenging one of her life, which is further transforming the market on the coast of Rio Grande do Sul, Roubadinhas Atlântida.

Nara Dib

General manager

Nara Lucia Dib, 57 years old, is the NGO Sol Maior general manager. She has worked in the education field since 1989, initially as a teacher and later as a manager. Loves animals, food, traveling, and stories with happy endings.

Sergio Gabardo

Entrepreuner

Businessman and entrepreneur Sérgio Mário Gabardo, 66 years old, is a founding partner of Transportes Gabardo Ltda. Gabardo developed Programa Gabardo Sustentável, which has a series of sustainable and prevention initiatives and projects. His carrier operates and collaborates on socio-environmental issues, participating in Programa Despoluir by CNT Sest Senat, achieving the Zero Carbon Certificate, and participating in the Na Mão Certa Program in favor of the protection of children and adolescents with the international association Childhood.