Voice Your Power with TedX Speakers Holly Smithson, RickValencia and Pantea Khodami

Public speaking—it’s the fear that grips even the most brilliant minds. Yet, mastering the art of speaking with confidence is one of the most transformative skills for leadership, influence, and impact. Too often, game-changing ideas go unheard because of self-doubt. Too often, brilliant voices stay silent while the world moves forward. It’s time to break that cycle.

Join us for an exclusive TEDx San Diego screening and panel discussion, where three fearless speakers share how they conquered their fear of public speaking, harnessed their confidence, and stepped into their power. Whether you’re looking to own the room, deliver a pitch with conviction, or simply find the courage to speak up, this event will inspire and equip you with the tools to transform fear into fuel.

What to Expect:

• Exclusive TEDx Screening – Watch three clips from the TEDx talks.

• Panel Discussion & Q&A – Hear from TEDx speakers as they share their journeys of claiming their message, overcoming fear and stepping into their power.

• Practical Takeaways – Gain tools and strategies to build confidence, speak with impact, and turn fear into strength.

Featured Speakers:

• Holly Smithson – President & CEO, Athena | How to Uncage the Confidence Within

• Pantea Khodami – Worldwide Head, Life Sciences & Precision Medicine, AWS | DNA, Data, and Decoding Health

• Rick Valencia – CEO & Managing Director, ImpediMed, Founder and Former President, Qualcomm Life | Innovating From the Outside In

• Moderated by: Fatima Oguz – Director of Engineering, Qualcomm

If you’ve ever hesitated to speak up, doubted your abilities, or felt held back by fear—this event is for you. Your voice has power. Learn how to use it with confidence.