TEDxSpokane

Say hello to Rory Sade! Rory is a multi-disciplinary composer and sound designer known for blending the elegance of classical piano with the edge of electronic production. Originally from Michigan, Rory studied audio engineering at SFCC and worked with Spokane’s internationally acclaimed studio, Bing Bang Boom. His compositions have been featured in film trailers, advertisements, and theatrical productions. As a top honoree at Spokane’s Musicfest Northwest, Rory has studied under renowned Serbian pianist Ivana Cojbasic and performed internationally. Beyond music, he’s a film photography enthusiast, a WWII history buff, and a fan of cross-country train travel. This year, Rory joins Mikaela Boyle and Grace Leaf for a powerful artistic collaboration at TEDxSpokane—offering an immersive, multi-sensory exploration of attachment styles through music, dance, and visual storytelling Be there to experience it live. Get your tickets now; https://tedxspokane.com/tickets/

We’re thrilled to welcome Mikaela Boyle to the TEDxSpokane 2026 stage!Mikaela is a Spokane-based elementary physical educator, professional dancer, and fitness instructor with a lifelong passion for movement, wellness, and artistic expression. She currently performs with two local dance companies, bringing contemporary/modern and hip-hop styles to life in powerful, community-rooted performances. At TEDxSpokane 2026, Mikaela joins fellow performers Grace Leaf and Rory Sade to present a moving, visual exploration of attachment styles,inviting us all to connect with ourselves and others through the language of dance.
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind performance. Grab your tickets now at https://tedxspokane.com/tickets/

Meet TEDxSpokane 2026 Speaker Jona Gallegos, born in Guadalajara, Mexico, and now rooted in the Pacific Northwest, singer-songwriter Jona Gallegos brings honesty, vulnerability, and heart to every lyric. As a father of three and husband to his greatest supporter, Jona crafts songs that are raw, reflective, and deeply human. He believes in the power of simplicity to cut through life’s noise—and his music offers a space for connection in a complicated world. We’re honored to welcome Jona to the TEDxSpokane stage this year. Come experience his story and performance live https://tedxspokane.com/tickets/

What if money felt empowering instead of overwhelming? Hanna Morrell is a holistic financial coach and the creator of the Pacific Stoa Financial Wellness Curriculum the first of its kind to blend practical money skills with the emotional tools we need to build sustainable, shame-free financial systems. She helps individuals and couples rewrite their money stories with clarity, adaptability, and trust no judgment, no restriction, and no one-size-fits-all solutions. At TEDxSpokane 2026, Hanna will share how financial wellness is less about spreadsheets and more about self-awareness, communication, and systems that actually work for real life. Tickets are live! Join us for a day of bold ideas worth spreading: https://tedxspokane.com/tickets/ Grab yours now!