January 15, 2026
In an era defined by disruption and constant reinvention, true innovation goes beyond technology it is profoundly human.
How can we intelligently adapt , with empathy and awareness, in a world that is constantly evolving?
TEDxCalle Aldama: Symphonies for the Future invites us to tune into the many melodies of human resilience, echoing in our kitchens, hospitals, hotels, labs, workshops, and creative spaces.
This exclusive gathering will explore pioneering perspectives, innovative processes, and disruptive ideas that are reshaping industries such as gastronomy, hospitality, medicine, science, and the arts, from the local to the global.
Interactive installations, artistic interventions, and powerful talks will create a multi-sensory experience designed to awaken imagination and open new possibilities.
Here, we don’t predict the future, we listen to it, feel it, and co-create it together.
Live the experience:
Powerful speakers from 5 diverse continents
Musical Performance by multi Emmy winner performer
Art Installation by acclaimed international artists
Connect and network with some of the cities greatest minds
Special Performance by OPERÍSIMA MÉXICO Opera Studio
Be the VIP and dine with the speakers to connect at a personal level
Hotel Boutique Matilda
The Venue
Hotel Matilda offers the ideal setting for TEDxCalle Aldama, blending contemporary elegance with an intimate atmosphere that fosters genuine connection. Its sophisticated spaces allow guests to engage closely with speakers, creating a premium, immersive experience where ideas are shared, conversations flow, and inspiration thrives.
Speakers for 2026
Mark Monchek
Founder and Chief Opportunity Officer of Opportunity Lab
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Mark Monchek is an Author, Keynote Speaker, Thought Leader, and Opportunity Intelligence Strategist. As the Founder and Chief Opportunity Officer of Opportunity Lab, he helps mission-driven leaders and organizations build thriving, resilient businesses that create abundance for everyone they touch.
He is the author of the Amazon bestselling book Culture of Opportunity: How to Grow Your Business in an Age of Disruption and a featured guest on numerous podcasts, available at opplab.com, sharing insights on leadership, strategy, and culture. Mark’s work has been trusted by leaders at Google, Apple, JPMorgan Chase, GE, Goldman Sachs, Adorama, TerraCycle, The New York Times, Wharton, NYU, Columbia, NBC, Time Warner, and the United Nations.
With a passion for helping organizations become catalysts for a better world, Mark helps leaders uncover blind spots, leverage strengths, and amplify impact in a changing marketplace.His approach moves beyond traditional growth models, focusing instead on how companies can thrive by contributing meaningfully to their communities and the planet. He has worked with leaders at Google, NBC, The New York Times, and startups around the world, always with the belief that business can — and should — be a force for good.
At TEDxCalle Aldama, Mark explores how we can design a future of work, leadership, and innovation that is grounded in empathy, cooperation, and systems that truly serve human well-being.
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Enzo Romero is a Peruvian mechatronics engineer, inventor, and the founder of LAT Bionics, a groundbreaking initiative that designs and produces low-cost, custom prosthetics using 3D printing technology. Born without a left hand himself, Enzo turned what many would see as a limitation into his life’s work: creating accessible, empowering solutions for others.
His mission is driven by a powerful blend of empathy, engineering, and social justice. Through LAT Bionics, he is democratizing access to prosthetic technology across Latin America and challenging the idea that high-impact innovation must come with a high price.
At TEDxCalle Aldama, Enzo shares how inclusive design and human-centered technology can reshape lives — and how the future should be built for everyone, not just a few.
Enzo Romero
Mechatronics Engineer, Inventor & founder of LAT Bionics
Rosana Alvarez
Placemaker & Regenerative Farming Leader
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Rosana Alvarez is a trailblazer in sustainable agriculture and community empowerment. As founder of Vía Orgánica in San Miguel de Allende, she has created a model for regenerative farming that nourishes both people and the planet. Through her leadership, Vía Orgánica has become a hub for organic food, environmental education, and grassroots activism. Bringing together farmers, chefs, and citizens to reimagine a healthier, more connected future for Mexico.
Hanna McCurley
Artist & Youth Arts Educator
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Hannah McCurley is an artist and creative mentor devoted to empowering young people through art. As co-founder of Arte de los Niños and leader of the innovative Little Picassos program in San Miguel de Allende, she provides children with the tools and confidence to express themselves, dream big, and transform their futures. Hannah’s work celebrates the healing, connecting, and life-changing power of art nurturing the next generation of creative thinkers, one Little Picasso at a time.
Eugene Lipov
Chief Medical Officer & Author
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Dr. Eugene Lipov is a leading expert in treating post-traumatic stress and the pioneer of using Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) to alleviate PTSD/ PTSI symptoms. Inspired by his own family’s struggles with trauma, he has dedicated his career to restoring hope for those affected. In 2006, he adapted SGB- an FDA-approved procedure since the 1970's for pain and circulation disorders- as a breakthrough PTSD/PTSI treatment, later developing the Dual Sympathetic Reset (DSR) protocol for even greater relief. A sought-after authority, Dr. Lipov testified in 2010 before the U.S. House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, published extensively in leading medical journals, and been featured in major outlets including The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Fox National News and NBC.
Karlo Valentin
AI Innovator & Digital Strategy Leader
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Karlo Valentín is a trailblazer in artificial intelligence and digital transformation. As a consultant and strategic advisor, he empowers organizations to harness the power of AI for business growth, operational excellence, and ethical impact. With a background spanning data science, machine learning, and enterprise innovation, Karlo bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and human-centric solutions. He is passionate about shaping a future where AI drives not just efficiency, but meaningful progress for society.
Nory Oxenberg
Community Leader &
Social Impact Advocate
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Nory Oxenberg is a dedicated community leader whose work bridges education, social impact, and grassroots empowerment. With a professional background in education and community relations, Nory served as Campus President at the National School of Technology and later as Director of Community Relations at Humana & United Healthcare in Miami for over four decades. After relocating to San Miguel de Allende, Nory became a driving force behind multiple social initiatives. She served nearly six years as Executive Director of Patronato Pro Niños, co-founded Mano Amiga, providing microloans to women entrepreneurs, and mentors students through Jóvenes Adelante. She is also an active member of the Midday Rotary Club. Nory has launched El Estudio Creativo, a collaborative space for artists and artisans, and founded Fundación Lokkal, an organization dedicated to strengthening local NGOs and fostering community resilience.
Gary Malkin
Multi-time Emmy Award-winning composer & Producer
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Gary Malkin is an Emmy Award–winning composer, speaker, and sonic alchemist who explores how music and the arts can restore our humanity in times of uncertainty. As the creator of Graceful Passages and founder of Global Wisdom Foundation, Gary designs immersive experiences that open the heart, quiet the mind, and reconnect us to what matters most. His work bridges science, spirituality, and emotional intelligence—reminding us that in a future driven by innovation, resonance is our most essential frequency.
J. Oscar Molina
Multimedia Artist Exploring Identity & Displacement
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J. Oscar Molina is a Salvadoran-American multimedia artist whose work explores the spirit of the human nomad—those in perpetual search of safety, belonging, and freedom. Born during the civil war in El Salvador and shaped by his own migration journey to the U.S. at age 16, Molina channels memory, movement, and resilience into his acclaimed sculptural series Children of the World. His towering, faceless figures are not bound by geography or race, they are universal symbols of displacement and dignity. Through his art and curatorial projects, Molina creates spaces where stories of migration become monuments of shared humanity.
Amber Chand
Empowerment Leader & Bridge Builder
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Amber Chand is a storyteller, coach, and visionary entrepreneur who has dedicated her life to empowering women and fostering healing across cultures. A refugee from Uganda, Amber transformed adversity into purpose, founding international ventures that uplift artisans and spark dialogue across divides. Amber Chand has been widely recognized for her work in women’s empowerment and
global enterprise.
Today, through her Dream A New Dream visionary coaching programs and retreats she weaves together spirituality, resilience, and global connection, inspiring audiences to embrace hope, courage, and the wisdom of the human spirit.
Branka Panic
Global Leader in AI Ethics and Social Innovator
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Branka Panic is the founder and director of AI for Peace, an organization championing the ethical use of artificial intelligence for peace, human rights, and humanitarian action worldwide. Recognized as one of the most influential women in AI ethics, Branka leads initiatives that connect technology, governance, and social transformation— inspiring new generations to envision a future where digital innovation means justice and well-being for all.
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Be the VIP
Be the VIP
Experience the magic of soprano Gabriela Perales Betancourt live.
With your VIP ticket, enjoy an exclusive gourmet dinner alongside speakers and fellow VIPs. and an unforgettable evening of world-class opera, jazz, and musical artistry—up close and personal.
This is where ideas evolve into relationships—and real dialogue continues beyond the mic.
Symphonies for the Future
Alejandra Lagunes, 2025
Where
Hotel Matilda
Aldama 53
Zona Centro, SMA
When
Thursday, January 15th
Noon - 5pm
Cost
Regular Ticket: $1,399 MXN
VIP Ticket: $3,199 MXN
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