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, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized (subject to certain rules and regulations).

Kultúrny dom Turčianske Teplice
Partizánska 413/1
1st floor
Turčianske Teplice, Žilinský kraj, 03901
Slovakia

Aleš Mlátilík

Entrepreneur and Innovation Strategist

Aleš Mlátilík is a Czech entrepreneur known for building meaningful solutions in a fast-changing world. As the former CEO of Zľavomat and now founder of Lemondia, he brings a unique perspective on how to stay agile, human-centered, and visionary in business. His career is shaped by one key principle: adaptability is not a reaction — it's a strategy. At TEDx, he shares what it means to create not just products, but possibilities, in a world where change is the only constant.

Dominika Fričová

Neurobiologist

Dominika Fričová is a neurobiologist focused on the study of dopamine – the molecule that shapes our motivation, joy, and movement. Her research centers on neurodegenerative disorders, particularly Parkinson’s disease, and how disruptions in the dopamine system affect everyday life. By connecting basic neuroscience with real human experience, her work explores essential questions: What drives us? What keeps us motivated? And what happens when that system breaks down?

Jaroslav Kapšo

Entrepreneur

Jaroslav Kapšo is the founder of DriveTesla and a passionate advocate for future-forward transportation. With a background in business and innovation, he focuses on how mobility shapes the way we live, work, and think. His entrepreneurial journey has taught him that success today isn’t about having a rigid plan — it’s about being able to adapt, pivot, and stay curious. At TEDx, he explores why flexibility isn’t just a survival skill — it’s a mindset for building the world ahead.

Jerguš Tesák

Zoologist and Nature Educator

erguš Tesák is a zoologist and founder of Lesmír, an organization dedicated to reconnecting people with the wild world around them. Through his engaging storytelling, field work, and public outreach, he brings to life the hidden dramas of Slovak forests and their animal inhabitants. His mission is simple yet urgent: to help people fall in love with nature again, because we protect only what we understand. At TEDx, he opens a window into a world that’s all around us — but too often goes unseen.

Marek Urban

AI and Creativity Researcher

Marek Urban is a researcher focused on artificial intelligence, creativity, and education. His work explores how AI can enhance learning processes, foster creativity, and provide new tools for both students and educators. Marek aims to bridge the gap between technology and human creativity, shaping the future of education in an increasingly digital world.

Nina Beňová

Social Advocate

Nina Beňová is the director of NotaBene, a Slovak initiative that supports people experiencing homelessness. Her work focuses on restoring dignity, amplifying unheard voices, and challenging the stereotypes that surround life on the margins. Through storytelling, advocacy, and systemic insight, she reminds us that being without a home doesn’t mean being without worth. At TEDx, she invites us to look beyond appearances — and to recognize the full humanity in every world we pass by.

Norbert Werner

Astrophysicist

Norbert Werner is an award-winning astrophysicist who studies the vast structures of the universe — galaxy clusters, cosmic filaments, and the invisible forces that shape the cosmos. His work helps us understand not just where we are in the universe, but how everything is connected by matter we cannot even see. Through international research and public outreach, he brings the mysteries of space closer to Earth. At TEDx, he invites us to look up — and reflect on what the universe teaches us about perspective, wonder, and belonging.

Peter Hoferica

Director and Storyteller

Peter Hoferica is a television director known for his work on Dunaj, k vašim službám, one of Slovakia’s most beloved historical drama series. With a passion for stories that connect generations, he blends fact and fiction to create emotionally rich narratives that reflect both past and present. His work explores how storytelling in media can shape collective memory and cultural identity. At TEDx, he invites us to consider: What happens when we don’t just watch a story — but see ourselves in it?

Robert Krause

Neuropsychologist

Robert Krause is a neuropsychologist and mental coach who explores how our minds construct reality. His work focuses on cognitive biases – the invisible mental shortcuts that shape how we see the world, make decisions, and relate to others. Through a combination of psychology, neuroscience, and personal insight, he helps people better understand their own thinking patterns and unlock greater clarity, self-awareness, and connection. At TEDx, he invites us to reflect on one crucial question: What if the way we see the world is not the world itself?

Zuzana Kúkelová

Computer Vision Scientist

Zuzana Kúkelová is a leading researcher in the field of computer vision — teaching machines how to see, understand, and navigate the physical world. Her work has applications in robotics, autonomous vehicles, and artificial intelligence, but at its core, it asks a profound question: what does it mean to truly “see”? With a background in mathematics and computer science, she transforms abstract algorithms into technologies that interact with our everyday lives. At TEDx, she opens a window into a world where perception is no longer limited to humans.