Join us for a TEDxCalle Aldama Adventure-January 14th
Save the Date
January 16th, 2025
Hotel Matilda, San Miguel de Allende
*Attendees will be provided with a wireless ear piece with live translation. Some talks will be in Spanish and others in English but no one will miss a word.
As a VIP ticket holder, you'll join the speakers at Bovine Restaurant for an intimate gourmet dinner that sparks inspiration, forges meaningful connections, and transforms an ordinary event into an unforgettable experience.
Get ready to be inspired—one bite at a time.
Jan 16, 2025
12pm - 5pm
When
Where
Hotel Matilda
Calle Aldama 53,
San Miguel de Allende
Ignite your passion
for positive change,
connect with
like-minded individuals,
gain fresh perspectives on overcoming life's challenges
Why
This isn't just an event; it's a catalyst for personal growth and collective action.
ECHOES OF RESILIENCE means exploring how resilience shapes our world, influences communities, and paves the way for a more sustainable future.
Confirmed Speakers
Live and in-person
Alejandra Lagunes
Digital Strategist
Alejandra Lagunes Soto Ruiz was a Mexican Senator. She served as National Digital Strategy Coordinator for México's Office of the Presidency (2012-2018). She was Google Mexico co-founder and worked for companies as a sales manager for both MSN and Yahoo. She also worked as press chief for the presidency of Ernesto Zedillo (1994–2000). She was named one of the most influential women in Mexico by Forbes.
Angelo Musco
Visionary Artist
Musco’s work delves into themes of birth, confinement, and natural architecture, using the human body as a central symbol. His pieces often evoke forms like eggs, nests, and amniotic fluid, drawing inspiration from the organic structures found in nature. His large-scale works translate these ideas into both physical installations and striking photographic compositions.
Based in New York, Musco stages his art across the globe, from major cities like London, Paris, and Berlin, to vibrant cultural hubs in Buenos Aires and beyond. His work is part of major collections and has been exhibited in public venues worldwide, including prestigious platforms like Art Basel and the Venice Biennale, where his evocative explorations of the natural world and human form continue to captivate audiences.
Hermes Arroyo
Mojiganga Craftsman
Hermes is best known for his work in the making of giant papier-mâché and fabric “puppets” called “mojigangas” and their preservation as a cultural tradition of San Miguel. Arroyo's work has been commissioned and regularly exhibited in Mexico and abroad. One of his creations won an award from Vatican City. His work has been praised by important people from all over the world.
Romina Biamino
Wellness Marketing Specialist
Romina Biamino is a passionate marketing consultant specializing in wellness and human development projects. As the founder of LaMachi, a holistic marketing agency, her extensive experience in sales, marketing, event planning, public relations, and hospitality management provides her with a deep understanding of the business world. Romina’s mission is to help brands and projects uncover their purpose, make a meaningful impact, and build authentic identities. Certified in yoga, meditation, and alternative therapies, she integrates wellness insights into all her projects, recognizing the positive impact of health and well-being on people’s lives. Her unique blend of marketing expertise and wellness passion makes Romina a market leader, dedicated to helping her clients reach their fullest potential.
Diego Jiang
Global Business Strategist and Cross-Cultural Leader
Diego Jiang, originally from Tonghua City, Jilin Province, China, is a seasoned professional with extensive expertise bridging China and Mexico. He holds a Bachelor’s in Hispanic Literature from Jilin University and a Master’s in Education from Universidad Intercontinental in Mexico City. With over 15 years of leadership experience at global corporations, he joined China Southern Airlines in 2017, serving as Commercial Director and later as Director for Latin America. As Executive Director of the Guangzhou Tourism Promotion Center in Mexico, he led initiatives to strengthen cultural and tourism ties between the two nations. Currently, he is Sales Manager at Mindray, a global leader in medical technology, where he continues to drive innovation and collaboration.
Luz Marcela Vera
Cultural Advocate and Journalist
Marcela Vera, with her unwavering social and philanthropic commitment, founded the Pro Niño Leones AC Foundation 55 years ago. This initiative has focused on supporting areas of high social, economic, and educational vulnerability, positively impacting the lives of over 53,000 children.
Through her work with Tierra y Amor and the Bee Sanctuary, she has fostered the development of a sustainable agro-tourism project in San Miguel de Allende. This endeavor promotes the care and preservation of pollinators, aiming to regenerate ecosystems and advance sustainability for the environment.
As a journalist, she has published four books in the Genio y Figura series: “32 Personalities of Guanajuato,” “Personalities of Today,” “Winds of Words,” and “Voices of a New Century.” Her work has appeared in La Jornada Semanal, Época, Tierra Adentro, and Aerial Photography and Impressions, earning her recognition, including an award for the Best Written Piece.
Ricardo Muñoz Zurita
Mexican Chef
Widely regarded as “the anthropologist of Mexican gastronomy,” Ricardo is a renowned chef, author, and culinary researcher dedicated to preserving Mexico’s rich culinary traditions. His passion for the diverse regional cuisines of Mexico inspired his groundbreaking work, including the acclaimed Diccionario Enciclopédico de la Gastronomía Mexicana. Trained at prestigious institutions like Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and The Culinary Institute of America in New York, he combines deep academic knowledge with hands-on expertise. In 2016, Muñoz Zurita established the Ricardo Muñoz Zurita Medal, honoring excellence in culinary education, research, and editorial contributions, alongside a scholarship to support emerging Mexican chefs. A 2017 nominee for the Basque Culinary World Prize, his work has cemented his legacy as a guardian of Mexican culinary heritage and a mentor to the next generation of gastronomes.
Sasha Carrion
Hypnotherapist
Transformational Life Coach and Hypnotherapist Sasha stands out as a transformational powerhouse, celebrated for guiding clients through awe-inspiring, life-altering transformations. An authority in reprogramming the subconscious mind, Sasha has an unrivaled ability to make the seemingly impossible a reality. Her dedication to helping clients reach unthinkable heights is matched only by her genuine love and deep care for those she serves. Sasha’s compassionate approach ensures that each client feels seen, supported and empowered. A true visionary, Sasha's journey from trauma survivor to motivational leader and entrepreneur is a testament to her resilience and deep empathy.
Vicki Steinwurtzel
Writer, Editor, Educator, International Volunteer
Educator, technologist, writer, and volunteer, Vicki Steinwurtzel is passionate about international volunteer home builds. She speaks on the impact of building homes for families in need, and on the transformative experience for the volunteer. She has worked on “builds” on five continents and 11 countries, to include Zambia, Cambodia, Peru, Madagascar, and Mexico. Vicki worked as a technology consultant to corporations and in schools, holding a master’s degree in Educational Technology. She is a co-founder of the InOutUp Collective, a platform for helping women harness change for a greater life.
Anjan Sundaram
War Reporter
Anjan Sundaram is a journalist, author, television presenter, and artist whose career began with reporting on the devastating conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the world’s deadliest war. After two decades of covering dictatorships and overlooked conflicts, he now turns his focus to the pressing issue of environmental wars. His work has been featured in esteemed publications such as The New York Times, The New York Review of Books, and Granta, and he has hosted television programs exploring artificial intelligence, politics, and travel. Sundaram is the author of critically acclaimed memoirs Breakup, Bad News, and Stringer. Through his art, he channels the profound emotions from his time in war zones, transforming them into expressions of resilience and hope, while continuing to illuminate the inspiring humanity he encounters in the world’s most perilous regions. A TED Fellow, Sundaram’s voice resonates as a powerful force for understanding and change.
As a VIP ticket holder, you’ll enjoy a gourmet dinner alongside the speakers—an intimate opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and be inspired like never before.
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Hermes Arroyo
Experience the premiere Artistic Video of
'Aztlán Tenochtitlán' at the event.
Of Uto-Aztecan lineage with Mexika and Chichimeka ancestry, Aztlan embodies a duality shaped by his upbringing in Mexico City and Los Angeles. A man of hope, he champions indigenous ancestral values as a foundation to maintain an organic ethical connection to Human evolution. His pursuit of truth encompasses everything from ancestral teachings to UAP research and transparency, reflecting a constant quest to uncover the secrets of our reality and the connection of our consciousness. To him, today's endeavors are the foundation for humanity's heritage in the totality of our universe. Aztlan's warrior spirit drives his advocacy, evident in his dedication as a research member of UAP Files Series, as member of the Hollywood Disclosure Alliance, that works to educate the public about the reality of the UAP phenomena and it's implications on humanity, and his leadership within the AJUPEME-USA initiative to revive the ancient Mesoamerican ballgame and the indigenous fighting ritual of Xochiyaoyotl.
Alexander Dervin is a filmmaker and creative executive collaborating with Aztlan Tenochtitlan and the AJUPEME-USA team. He is a Los Angeles-based director / producer with more than 25 years of experience telling ethical stories told with polish and heart. Dervin has collaborated with such artists and groups as Steven Spielberg, Peter Gabriel, Julie Taymor, Ben Affleck, Coca-Cola, IBM and the Academy Awards.
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