OUR TEAM
MEET THE TEAM
We have some fantastic individuals involved in TEDxWolverhampton, find out more about our team of Wonderful Wulfrunians…
Clare Roberts-Molloy
CURATOR
A born and bred Wulfrunian Clare is passionate about Wolverhampton and promoting everything the city and its residents has to offer. A bid and tender writer by profession, for the past 12 years Clare has been a Magistrate in the Black Country on the Black Country Bench.
Passionate about promoting women’s rights and gender equality, Clare is the founder of Fawcett West Midlands, a long standing director of Women of Wolverhampton, Founder and Chair of the Homeless Period – Wolverhampton, and was Chair of Wolverhampton Women’s Business Forum for a number of years.
In 2018, Clare applied for and was granted the licence for TEDxWolverhampton, with the aim of putting Wolverhampton on the map. As event Curator, Clare is responsible for bringing TEDxWolverhampton to life and ensuring attendees have a fantastic experience.
James Clarke
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
A digital doer and community activist, a believer in tech for good, James likes to mix these interests whenever possible. When he heard talk of a TEDxWolverhampton, he immediately knew this was something he’d like to be involved in. His favourite TED talks include Sir Ken Robinson’s ‘Do Schools Kill Creativity?’ and Amanda Palmer’s ‘The Art of Asking’.
The opportunity to be involved in bringing TEDx to Wolverhampton, a place James has called home for 13 years and somewhere he loves, but feels suffers from a perception problem was too good to turn down. Building the website & dealing with anything tech related on the day seemed like an obvious use of his skills.
Zoe Mason
PRODUCTION DIRECTOR
Zoe Mason is a dynamic force within the TEDx Wolverhampton team, having been an integral part of its journey since its inception. With a fervent dedication to bringing TEDx to the heart of the community, Zoe has voluntarily worked with the TEDx Wolverhampton team to elevate the platform and make it a cornerstone of Wolverhampton’s intellectual and cultural landscape.
A local social historian by trade, Zoe brings a unique blend of academic rigor and community spirit to the table. Graduating from Wolverhampton University with a degree in History, and later completing a Master’s in Data Science, Zoe has always been driven by a passion for uncovering narratives and giving voice to the unheard.
Beyond academia, Zoe proudly serves as the Student Recruitment Manager at the University of Wolverhampton, where she champions the transformative power of higher education. With an unwavering belief in the life-changing benefits of pursuing one’s passions, Zoe encourages others to find their place in the world and make their mark.
As a proud Wulfrunian, Zoe is deeply rooted in her hometown and is a fervent advocate for its diverse voices and narratives. Whether it’s delving into the annals of history or amplifying contemporary stories, Zoe is committed to ensuring that every voice is heard, and every story is told.
In her capacity as the Production Director for TEDx Wolverhampton, Zoe amalgamates her expertise in history, data science, and community engagement to orchestrate enriching experiences that ignite conversations and catalyse change. Her dedication also contributes to the ongoing legacy of TEDx Wolverhampton, ensuring its position as a beacon of innovation, inclusivity, and empowerment within the community.
Simon Gordon
WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR
Simon, a skilled creative director in social media and web design, utilizes photography, videography, and graphic design. Partnering with TEDx Wolverhampton offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with diverse industry experts, curate inspirational content, and promote career and personal growth, fostering a culture of professional and personal development.
Anju Dhir
PARTNERSHIPS DIRECTOR
Anju is a passionate leader, mother, guest podcaster, school governor, guest lecturer at university, coach and mentor, and public sector worker who works in environmental health, health and wellbeing, and engagement and communications. One of Anju’s core values is growth for herself and those around her. So volunteering for TEDxWolverhampton is aligned to her passions, ensuring the event is enlightening, informative, and provides an opportunity to network with great minds in our wonderful city!
Martin Khechara
DIRECTOR
Martin Khechara is an Associate Professor for Engagement in science technology engineering and maths (STEM) at the University of Wolverhampton. Martin is a medical microbiologist, researcher and educator who has an international profile for his work in higher education.
He is also a professional science communicator, presenter, writer, director, and science theatre performer who believes in that study at university can change lives. He is a champion of social change and actively works in the community with the award-winning STEM response Team to bring the magic of STEM subjects to those that need it the most’.
What is TEDx?
In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED has created a program called TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience.
Our event is called TEDxWolverhampton, where x = independently organized TED event.
At our event, TED Talks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized.
NEXT EVENT DATE:
Sat 5th April 2025, Arena Theatre
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