About Speak With Purpose — A TEDxCatawba Production
TEDxCatawba is named after the Catawba River, which stretches over 220 miles through North and South Carolina. The inaugural event will be held on June 14, 2025, at Drendel Auditorium in Hickory, North Carolina, and will bring world-changing ideas and extraordinary voices to the heart of the region. This is where visionaries, disruptors, and creative minds converge to challenge perspectives, ignite dialogue, and unveil the ideas shaping our future.
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, TEDTalk videos and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event.
Christine D. Gagnon is Founder, Organizer, and Licensee of TEDxCatawba, an independent TEDx event operated under license from TED.
Episode 12: Meet Dr. Ernest Brown, House Call Physician & Healthcare Advocate
Christine D. Gagnon interviews Dr. Ernest Brown, a house call physician and healthcare advocate, about his work restoring patient-centered care through direct service and technology.
5 Jun 2025
Episode 11: Meet Michael Galinsky, Award-Winning Filmmaker
Host Christine D. Gagnon interviews award-winning filmmaker Michael Galinsky, who shares insights into his documentaries exploring the intricacies of American life and culture.
2 Jun 2025
Episode 10: Meet Dr. Kathy Wilson, Sleep Medicine Expert & Medical Director
Christine D. Gagnon interviews Dr. Kathy Wilson, Medical Director, about her journey into sleep medicine and leading advancements in pulmonary and critical care.
29 May 2025
Episode 9: Meet Cassidy Burel, Founder & Custom Apparel Designer at CassB by Design
Host Christine D. Gagnon interviews Cassidy Burel, founder of CassB by Design, about her personalized fashion business and transforming the apparel industry with custom designs.
27 May 2025
Episode 8: Meet Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Catalyst & Author
Christine D. Gagnon interviews Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Catalyst, about inclusive leadership and advancing women in the workplace, offering insights into creating more equitable professional environments.
19 May 2025
Episode 7: Meet Tessa West, NYU Psychology Professor & Author of Jerks at Work and Job Therapy
In this episode, Christine D. Gagnon sits down with Dr. Tessa West, a professor of psychology at NYU and best-selling author. She is widely recognized for her expertise in interpersonal dynamics and the science behind human behavior at work.
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TEDxCatawba is named after the Catawba River, which stretches over 220 miles through North and South Carolina. The inaugural event will be held on June 14, 2025, at Drendel Auditorium in Hickory, North Carolina, and will bring world-changing ideas and extraordinary voices to the heart of the region. This is where visionaries, disruptors, and creative minds converge to challenge perspectives, ignite dialogue, and unveil the ideas shaping our future.
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, TEDTalk videos and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event.
Christine D. Gagnon is Founder, Organizer, and Licensee of TEDxCatawba, an independent TEDx event operated under license from TED.
13 May 2025
Episode 6: Meet John Lentini, President of BOLD Training
In this episode, Christine D. Gagnon sits down with John Lentini, President of BOLD Training Corp. With a background in finance and global operations, he now focuses on helping organizations grow through strong, people-centered leadership.
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TEDxCatawba is named after the Catawba River, which stretches over 220 miles through North and South Carolina. The inaugural event will be held on June 14, 2025, at Drendel Auditorium in Hickory, North Carolina, and will bring world-changing ideas and extraordinary voices to the heart of the region.
This is where visionaries, disruptors, and creative minds converge to challenge perspectives, ignite dialogue, and unveil the ideas shaping our future.
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, TEDTalk videos and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event.
Christine D. Gagnon is Founder, Organizer, and Licensee of TEDxCatawba, an independent TEDx event operated under license from TED.
5 May 2025
Episode 5 – Meet Joe Schurman, PwC Partner & AI Leader, Aerospace & Defense
In this episode, Christine D. Gagnon sits down with Joe Schurman, a partner at PwC and a leading voice in AI for Aerospace and Defense. He advises government agencies and space organizations on advanced technologies and has nearly three decades of experience in the field.
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TEDxCatawba is named after the Catawba River, which stretches over 220 miles through North and South Carolina. The inaugural event will be held on June 14, 2025, at Drendel Auditorium in Hickory, North Carolina, and will bring world-changing ideas and extraordinary voices to the heart of the region. This is where visionaries, disruptors, and creative minds converge to challenge perspectives, ignite dialogue, and unveil the ideas shaping our future.
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, TEDTalk videos and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event.
Christine D. Gagnon is Founder, Organizer, and Licensee of TEDxCatawba, an independent TEDx event operated under license from TED.
28 Apr 2025
Episode 4: Meet Rob Sweetman, Former Navy SEAL & Sleep Scientist
In this episode, Christine D. Gagnon sits down with Rob Sweetman, a former Navy SEAL turned sleep scientist. He is the founder of Sleep Genius and works with elite performers to improve resilience and recovery through science-backed sleep solutions.
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TEDxCatawba is named after the Catawba River, which stretches over 220 miles through North and South Carolina. The inaugural event will be held on June 14, 2025, at Drendel Auditorium in Hickory, North Carolina, and will bring world-changing ideas and extraordinary voices to the heart of the region. This is where visionaries, disruptors, and creative minds converge to challenge perspectives, ignite dialogue, and unveil the ideas shaping our future.
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, TEDTalk videos and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event.
Christine D. Gagnon is Founder, Organizer, and Licensee of TEDxCatawba, an independent TEDx event operated under license from TED.
21 Apr 2025
Episode 3 – Meet Schele Williams, Broadway Director & Author
In this episode, Christine D. Gagnon sits down with Schele Williams, a celebrated Broadway director and published author. She is known for her groundbreaking work on productions like The Wiz and her commitment to telling powerful, inclusive stories on stage.
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TEDxCatawba is named after the Catawba River, which stretches over 220 miles through North and South Carolina. The inaugural event will be held on June 14, 2025, at Drendel Auditorium in Hickory, North Carolina, and will bring world-changing ideas and extraordinary voices to the heart of the region. This is where visionaries, disruptors, and creative minds converge to challenge perspectives, ignite dialogue, and unveil the ideas shaping our future.
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, TEDTalk videos and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event.
Christine D. Gagnon is Founder, Organizer, and Licensee of TEDxCatawba, an independent TEDx event operated under license from TED.
15 Apr 2025
Episode 2: Meet Blaise Agüera y Arcas, Vice President, Fellow, and CTO of Technology at Google
In our second episode, Christine D. Gagnon sits down with Blaise Agüera y Arcas, Vice President, Fellow, and CTO of Technology at Google ahead of his TEDx Talk this coming June at TEDxCatawba to hear more about his research and upcoming book “What Is Intelligence?”.
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TEDxCatawba is named after the Catawba River, which stretches over 220 miles through North and South Carolina. The inaugural event will be held on June 14, 2025, at Drendel Auditorium in Hickory, North Carolina, and will bring world-changing ideas and extraordinary voices to the heart of the region. This is where visionaries, disruptors, and creative minds converge to challenge perspectives, ignite dialogue, and unveil the ideas shaping our future.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, TEDTalk videos and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event.Christine D. Gagnon is Founder, Organizer, and Licensee of TEDxCatawba, an independent TEDx event operated under license from TED.
6 Apr 2025
Episode 1: Meet the Founder – Christine D. Gagnon
In this premiere episode, we sit down with Christine D. Gagnon, the visionary behind TEDxCatawba, to explore the origin of the event, the meaning behind its name, and her mission to bring bold ideas to the region.
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Dr Ernest Brown
Michael Galinsky
Dr Kathy Wilson
Cassidy Burel
Jennifer McCollum
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