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).

Anderson Center Osterhout Theater
Binghamton University
Binghamton, New York, 13902
United States

Eden Robbins

Eden Robbins is a User Experience Design leader within the big tech industry, based in NYC. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Binghamton University, earning dual degrees: a B.S. in Business and a B.A. in Fine Arts. With a distinguished career history, Eden currently leads Design for the Venmo app at PayPal. This followed her impactful tenure at Meta, where she contributed to the design of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp apps. During her time at Avanade, a Microsoft and Accenture Joint Venture, Eden played a pivotal role in delivering large-scale digital products, across over 12 diverse industries, for esteemed Fortune 500 companies. Her work has impacted billions of lives globally, fueled by her deep-seated desire to enact positive change in society.

Erin Reed

Erin Reed (she/her) is a transgender journalist based in Washington, D.C.. She tracks LGBTQ+ legislation around the United States for her subscription newsletter, Erin In The Morning. Her work has been cited by the AP, Reuters, The New York Times, The Washington Post, and many more major media outlets.

Johnny Stanton IV

Johnny Stanton IV (he/him) is a professional football player and Dungeons & Dragons nerd. In his mission to be more than an athlete, Johnny uses his platform to shine a light on causes he is passionate about, from breaking down the barriers of the “jock/nerd” binary to uplifting LGBTQ+ athletes in the world of professional and collegiate sports.

Madelyn Fried

Madelyn Fried is a freshman at Binghamton University studying Integrative Neuroscience in Harpur College. Originally from Bergen County, New Jersey, Madelyn was a Gold Award Girl Scout in High School and a lifeguard during her summers. In addition, she loves to listen to Taylor Swift and play with her cats. She is so excited to be this year’s TEDx Binghamton student speaker.

Riya Bolander

Riya Bolander (they/them) is a senior from Marshfield, Wisconsin double majoring in psychology and vocal performance. In their time at Binghamton, they have been involved in a wide range of areas on campus, from performing in operas to working as an orientation advisor. Currently, they work as a peer mentor lead at the Q-Center, a TA in the choir program, and as Soprano section leader at a local church. They are a part of the scholars program, the Lim Lab, and serve as an eboard member for SA organization Sound of Binghamton. Outside of academics, they enjoy singing, reading, and spending time with their cats.

Yan Chen

Yan Chen is a third-year PhD candidate of Industrial Engineering. She earned her bachelor's degree in Safety Engineering from China University of Labor Relations in 2020 and a master's degree in Industrial Engineering from Binghamton University in 2021. In the fall of 2021, she started the PhD program, focussing on the biofabrication of multiscale vasculature networks for tissue engineering. Leveraging cutting-edge techniques such as 3D printing, bioprinting and electrospinning. Yan has published five first-author papers and presented her research at three international conferences.