TEDxUMiami IMPACT2026

​From quiet revolutions to groundbreaking discoveries, from local initiatives to global movements, impact begins with a single idea. An idea that challenges norms, sparks dialogue, or reimagines what’s possible. With courage and clarity, ideas can grow into actions that ripple far beyond their origin, inspiring change across generations and geographies.

​This year, TEDxUMiami celebrates IMPACT by honoring over 100 years of ideas in action. We spotlight the thinkers, creators, and changemakers from the University of Miami community and beyond whose contributions have shaped lives, policies, and progress. Their work reminds us that real impact starts with one bold idea.

Speakers:


Adriana de Moura: Art Dealer, Bravo TV Real Housewives of Miami
Dr. Ronald L. Jackson II: University of Miami School of Communication Chair of Communication Studies
Nicole Lopez-Alvar: University of Miami School of Communication alumna and Food Editor at Miami New Times
Treasure Wilson: TV Host/Producer, University of Miami School of Communication alumna, and University of Miami NAACP Image Award–winning journalist
Olga Lykova, MBA: Podcast Host, Tech Executive at monday.com
Zanolee Grant: University of Miami School of Communication alumna and documentary filmmaker
Charmaine Mukurazhizha: University of Miami School of Communication alumna, journalist at WSVN-TV 7News
Marizú Weller Rios: University of Miami Foote Fellow Honors student, Presidential Honors, Civic Scholar and Founder of Service Central Guatemala
Etienne Atangana: University of Miami Hammond Scholar, University of Miami College of Arts & Sciences student
Messiah Majid: University of Miami Stamps Scholar and founder of ColorStack UM
Sam Heft: University of Miami Foote Fellow Honors student and campus mentor
Naz Usman: University of Miami School of Architecture, Architectural Designer