Theme: Run for the change

On April 18, 2025, TEDxGingkoCollege presents an evening of bold ideas and transformative discussions. The event explores themes of personal reinvention, emotional intelligence, artificial intelligence, and community building through a series of thought-provoking talks and performances.

The program begins at 18:30 with a musical performance by the Ginkgo College Art Ensemble, followed by insightful speaker sessions:

"Life Without Limits" examines multipotentiality and personal growth;

"The Code of Emotion" discusses mental health and authenticity in the digital age;

"Algorithm Awakening" explores AI's role in reshaping education and human potential;

"Utopia of Coexistence" investigates urban innovation and cultural connections.

The evening includes a networking break and concludes with a group photo at 21:20. This gathering brings together thinkers, creators, and innovators to share perspectives on shaping tomorrow's world.

Gingko College Venue
Gingko College of Hospitality Management, Guangchang Road North Section 2, Hongguang Street, Pidu District, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
Chengdu, Sichuan, 611743
China

Alex Close

Artist

Holds a Master's in Industrial Design Research from Carleton University, Canada, and a Master's in Painting from the Glasgow School of Art, UK. Recipient of the Canadian Chalmers Professional Development Grant, the Canadian Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grand Prize, and the Special Jury Award at the International Open Art Competition Art Olympia. Resident artist at Robert McLaughlin Gallery, Muzychi Expanded History Project, and Narva Art Residency.

Andre Longginou

Cross-cultural ｍental health advocate + content creator

President of Shalom Therapy, providing mental health counseling, and a video blogger showcasing China to the Western world. Youth mentor, team leader, and senior manager overseeing counseling teams across 4 Australian cities.

Bin Hu

Social impact entrepreneur

Founder of "028.C Youth Creative Community". His project "028.C Youth, Hello!—Chengdu Drifter Youth Creative Space Operation Public Welfare Project" won the Silver Award at the 6th China Youth Volunteer Service Public Welfare Entrepreneurship Competition.

Garrett Jones

Writer + content creator

Writer, screenwriter, and video host with 196,000 TikTok followers. Having lived in China for 20 years, he has helped numerous brands craft their stories.

George Workman

Teacher

Foreign teacher at Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, holds a Bachelor's from Oregon Economic University. Former English teacher at Chengdu Golden Apple Primary School, Beijing Creative Summer Camp, and Beijing Dayu First Public Primary School.

Hongyi Fan

Cross-cultural innovation strategist

Founder of Curidaosity, Global Shaper Community Leader in Greater China, and Youth Course Lecturer at the United Nations Institute for Training and Research.

Mia Thayer

Dance therapist

Founder of House of Self at Chengdu Niya Niya Culture Communication Co., Ltd., offering dance workshops, group classes, and one-on-one psychological counseling. With over 8 years of experience as a dance teacher, Mia creates a safe and empowering space for adults to express themselves authentically.

Xiaohui Zou

AI researcher+interdisciplinary science expert

Reviewer for “Computer Applications and Software (Shanghai)”; Researcher at Peking University's Interdisciplinary Knowledge Modeling Group; Public lecturer at Tsinghua University's Rain Classroom; and Expert on the Science & Art Committee of the China International Science and Technology Foundation.

Yonghua Wang

Educator

Featured guest on Sichuan TV's Women of Sichuan, appointed lecturer for the All-China Women's Federation's Experts Here, and lead speaker at the Chengdu Parent School.

Zeyu Wen

Clinical psychologist + digital content creator

Holds a Master's in Psychological Counseling from Columbia University and is a registered counselor in New York State. Founder of Forest Psychology and Emotional Lab Relationship Lab, with 50+ workshops (Chengdu/Shenzhen/Shanghai) and 5,000+ hours of one-on-one counseling. Content creator with 150,000+ followers, known for the viral New York street interview series.