Team Profiles

TED has been a part of my life for a dozen conferences since my first in 1997. I’ve also built two software companies, raised $millions in angel investment, and closed sales with Fortune 500s. Currently working as a Turnaround Specialist for distressed tech startups, and of course organizing this event.

Assistant Professor in the Media Arts and Technology Department at CUNY BMCC; Fulton Street is only minutes from my classroom! I’ve spent my career building specialties in advertising, publishing, motion graphics, UI/UX design, and my main passion: education.

I’m a film, television, and commercial director with a passion for personal stories, complex characters, and moments of spontaneous humor. I’ve directed projects around the world, but living and working in New York City is what really makes me tick. I’m a huge fan of TED and honored to be contributing to this event

For over 25 years, Brad Boyer has been the “go to guy” when Fortune 500 executives want to develop and deliver short, powerful communications that drive action.  From a blank page to the performance on stage, he can get you ready.  This March Brad was the pitch coach at the StartUp Bus event at the SXSW festival.

Founder of GalinskyCoaching.com, head speaker coach at TEDxTeen, and lead facilitator at Literacy for Incarcerated Teens, Galinsky is hired consistently to enhance conferences, keynote speeches, pitches, auditions, and panels. His clients range from C-Level Executives, to TED speakers, to professional actors, to teens in prisons.

After 20+ years as a professional actor, Kelsey now moulds Professionals into Speakers. Communication Coach in Residence at the Brooklyn Public Library, she is also co-organizer of TEDxGramercySalon, and recent speaker coach to Impact Leadership’s Blockchain for Impact Hackathon in association with the United Nations.

Organizer, Promoter, Creator, Impresario, DJ, Designer, Lighting Designer, Talent Booker. Jason has been involved organizing events since 1987. His last 20 years have been in NYC nightlife, where he created/produced well over a thousand events.

Michael comes from Australia via London where he received his Masters at London Business School. Now living in NYC and working in Sales with Movable Ink, he brings previous experience with multiple TEDx chapters to help make sure everyone has a TED-riffic day!

With a strong interest in theatre and a great talent for organizing people, Danii works behind the scenes to make the conference runs smoothly.

A writer, filmmaker, and honor’s student at BMCC, Ortiz is passionate about editing film and writing character-driven stories.
“The greatest visual effect any film has ever and will ever have is the actor.”

New York City photographer with a passion in cinematography and video editing.
Currently studying at BMCC (Borough of Manhattan Community College) and planning to transfer to Brooklyn College to study Film Production.

Tim Luangkhot is a filmmaker to graduate from Cornell University in 2020. He has already directed and edited many professional shoots for independent short films and commercial works. His film “Beautiful Hair” won Best Narrative Film at the Tribeca Film Festival, Our City My Story in 2014.

C.J. Yeh is a designer, artist, educator, and published author. He has published seven books to date, and several of these texts have been adopted by universities in Taiwan as textbooks. C. J. Yeh founded Cynda Media Lab.

An corporate securities and transactions attorney with expertise in alternative dispute resolution and three decades of experience, Sarah provides vital strategic guidance to TEDxFultonStreet operations, as well as connections to prominent individuals in the business world.

An entrepreneur and leader in the modeling and fashion industry, TEDxFultonStreet is proud to have Dale as one of its key advisors. She co-curates on-stage presenters, and connects our brand with key audience members.

Johnny Medina is a self-taught freelance graphic designer and was the CEO of a YouTube editing and graphic design team called “Oasis Tranquility”. In Curtis High School’s NJROTC he was awarded the Theodore Roosevelt medal for being an outstanding cadet.

I am a graduate of CUNY BMCC (Borough of Manhattan Community College) with a great passion in video editing.

Lia Sfiligoj is an Advertising Design student who is hardwired to deliver creativity. While completing her BFA, at the Fashion Institute of Technology, Lia has seen her winning animation work featured in FIT’s ‘Cultural Spheres’ Exhibition and has won the sole departmental award for the Communication Design major.

Tina Hung loves to inspire others through social media. She’s the blogger behind Gemalogue and founder of Tippy Taste Jewelry. Tina holds a BBA in Design & Business Management from Parsons The New School for Design, and will be going into Jewelry Design in Fall 2015 at FIT.

Frances Pollitt is a visual artist, designer, and creative web consultant. With more than 15 years experience in design and web consulting, Frances Pollitt is the creative director and owner of Precise Modern, llc. In addition to her client work, she is also adjunct faculty at the Fashion Institute of Technology in the Communication Design department.

Asiya is a seasoned yield & revenue digital advertising strategist. She loves TED for its endless opportunities to learn, hear new ideas, and be inspired. She is a world traveler, whose curiosity ranges from climbing the mountains to dancing tango on the streets of Buenos Aires.

With over ten years experience in hospitality industries, and a background including bookkeeping and office management, Lydia is a picture of grace under pressure – ready to help this event to run smoothly for all in attendance.

Producer & Creative Director Monica Watkins co-produces Diandra Forrest’s 2015 segment w/ Galinsky.

Currently a graphic design student at New York City College of Technology while pursing my goal and career to become a graphic designer and full time creator while continuing to explore my creativity.

Jeongwoon Eun (aka Tigerwon) loves to cover events, travel, and share stories in NYC and abroad.  Winner of ‘best documentary’ award from Media that Matters for “Still Standing”.  Between projects Jeongwoon consults with small businesses.

President/CEO of LA Bloom. I am partnered with world-class events and initiatives in the US and globally, working with brands to maximize celebrity, pro-athlete and consumer engagement through strategic partnerships and sponsorship activations with our events.

Dr. Barbara Stehle is an independent curator and art advisor who has worked for several museums. She writes about art and architecture and teaches at NYU and the Rhode Island School of Design.

As a survivor of traumatic brain injury, Cynthia Cherish Malaran uses music for healing: to regain her memories and to create new ones for others. As a Hospice of NY agent, she brings palliative music comfort to the terminally ill.

Helene DeLillo is an internationally recognized commercial, editorial, and fine art photographer who is engaged by high profile beauty, fashion and technology clients to create & produce advertising, marketing, editorial campaigns.

I am a Drawing Evangelist at-large and Professor of Interactive Design at Quinnipiac University, where I advocate for thinking through pencil on paper before moving around pixels on screens. Visual Notetaking helps me absorb all the cool things smart people say.

In addition to my duties as the CTO and “Sexy Technologist” at Myhomepayge.com, I spend my evenings as an MC for various technology events including Ultra Light Startups and Disruptive Technologists.

Ivan Habalic is an Advertising Design student, completing his BFA at the Fashion Institute of Technology. He has previously designed for the NYU student magazine, IVSA conference, and exhibited photography work. Ivan’s advertising team is 2014 Collegiate Effie Awards finalist.

Tyler Fields is a spirited designer known for openness and connecting well with others. Tyler has gained recognition at F.I.T., winning the student exhibit competition ‘BIG DATA’ as well as being voted President of the Advertising Club, AD@FIT.

Ester Zar is an Australian designer currently completing a Bachelors Degree in Advertising Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology. She believes there is nothing better in life than asking questions, no matter what the answer may be.Motion Graphics (2014)

Christopher Isaiah Green is currently pursuing a BFA in Graphic Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology. His work has recently been featured in the Big Data Exhibition at FIT, where TED’s ideology inspired him to dig deeper into concepts and share knowledge to inspire change.

I am currently completing a bachelors degree in advertising design at the Fashion Institute of Technology.  I am proficient in various phases of advertising.  I compete in design contests such as The Young Ones, and in school events, such as Chalk at FIT and Big Data exhibition, presented by the media design club @ FIT.

I am a student at Borough of Manhattan Community College and currently aiming for my second associate degree in Multimedia Programming.

I’m a graduate from Lee Strasberg Theater and Film Institute. I have an AAS in Television and Radio Production and  I am currently enrolled at Baruch for a finance degree.  I’m always interested in convergent technology and the development of ideas.

Frandy St. James is a writer/director from Brooklyn New York.

My name is Jazmine Rivera and I am a woman from New York with a degree in film. My concentration is writing and directing with a passion for fantasy, science fiction, and psychological thrillers.

I am an NYC based food and product photographer, retoucher, world traveller with an obsession for perfection. I focus on the small things that make a great image while never letting the larger picture out of sight.

I am a Camera Operator/Director working in New York City. I love to tell different kinds of stories in various different formats whether it'd be Short Film, Commercials or Live Events, such as weddings, I'm up for anything having to do with filmmaking.

Chris Jon Conti is an Editor/Sound Recordist based in NYC.  He is always looking for something interesting and meaningful to be a part of.

Julie E. Manso is a graduate of the Hallmark Institute of Photography and the Art Institute of New York City. Julie worked as a peer tutor and teacher’s assistant, she was Director of Photography on nine student thesis films, won the Presidential Scholarship Award, and upon graduation was awarded Best Portfolio.