TEDxDublin Salon - Wellbeing & The Money Chase – Finding Balance
In today’s fast-paced world, financial success is often seen as the ultimate goal. But at what cost? As we chase wealth, climb the career ladder, and strive for financial security, we often sacrifice mental health, relationships, and overall wellbeing.
This TEDxDublin Salon event explores the intersection of money, success, and personal happiness. Are we programmed to believe that financial achievement equals fulfillment? Can we redefine success in a way that prioritizes both economic stability and mental resilience?
Through thought-provoking talks and interactive discussions, we’ll hear from experts in finance, psychology, and personal development who challenge the conventional wisdom around money and wellbeing. Expect insights on financial mindfulness, burnout prevention, and redefining prosperity in an era where work-life balance is more critical than ever.
Key Themes: The psychology of money and how it impacts wellbeing The hidden costs of financial ambition Reframing success beyond monetary wealth Strategies for financial wellness without burnout The role of social systems in shaping our pursuit of money This TEDxDublin Salon is a must-attend for entrepreneurs, professionals, and anyone striving for a more balanced, fulfilling life in an increasingly profit-driven society.
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David Delaney
TEDx Talk Title: How mindfulness, breathing practices can shape our relationship with money and enhance our well-being and financial decision-making.
The Mindful Spark is a YouTube channel dedicated to personal growth through mindfulness, movement, and psychological insight. Led by Dave Delaney, the channel offers a variety of content including guided meditations, Wu Style Tai Chi lessons, and educational talks on topics like time perception and emotional regulation. A notable series, Reclaim Your Past, Reset Your Future, combines mindfulness practices with reflective exercises to promote healing and self-awareness . With a focus on accessible, holistic well-being, The Mindful Spark provides practical tools for viewers seeking to cultivate inner balance and personal transformation.
At TEDx Dublin, David will explore the deep connection between mental and physical well-being, showing how practices like mindfulness, and conscious breathing can help. He will offer practical techniques that enhance clarity and reduce stress in any contexts, and inspire a broader perspective on success that includes emotional and physiological harmony.
Iryna Koliada
TEDx Talk Title: Managing success and resilience in high competitive teams
Iryna Koliada is a seasoned professional specializing in fraud prevention and strategic risk management. Currently serving as a Fraud & Deception Project Manager at Meta in Dublin, she focuses on process optimization and risk mitigation strategies. Iryna holds a degree from Trinity College Dublin and has earned a Professional Diploma in Cybersecurity from UCD Professional Academy. Her career spans various roles in compliance, tax, and sales across Europe, including positions at allnex and FO-Consulting. With a strong foundation in cybersecurity and a commitment to ethical business practices, Iryna continues to make significant contributions to the tech industry.
At TEDx Dublin, Iryna will share insights on preventing burnout and ensuring long-term success in competitive team dynamics.
Noelle Carrizo
TEDx Talk Title: Beyond Charity: Reimagining the Future of Mission-Driven Work
Noelle Carrizo is a Dublin-based social impact strategist, educator, and author dedicated to strengthening nonprofit resilience and advancing social justice. As the Founder and Principal Consultant at Mosaic Social Impact, she advises NGOs and CSR initiatives on strategic development and operational sustainability. A passionate advocate for youth work, Carrizo emphasizes the importance of relational and transformative outcomes in her recent writings . Beyond consulting, she lectures on social impact and has authored the fantasy novel The House of the Secret Cat Flaps, a mystical coming-of-age story set in Ireland . Her multifaceted work bridges strategy, storytelling, and systems change.
At TEDx Dublin, Noelle explains that we assume that doing good means relying on donations and short-term funding, but argues this model is unsustainable. NGOs and social impact organisations are often stuck in a cycle of financial insecurity, unable to scale their solutions effectively. For real, lasting change, NGOs must stop thinking like charities and start acting like businesses.
What if we flipped the script? What if NGOs embraced entrepreneurial thinking—focusing on revenue-generating strategies, impact investment, and sustainable business models?
In this talk, Noelle explores how social impact can evolve beyond charity, using innovative funding models and strategic partnerships to create long-term, systemic change. The future of doing good isn’t about giving—it’s about building.
Noelle aims to challenge the outdated perception of NGOs as dependent on donations, show how entrepreneurial strategies can create scalable, sustainable impact, and inspire NGO leaders, funders, and changemakers to adopt a new mindset for social impact.
Olesja Darnopiha
TEDx Talk Title: Mental Health Awareness
Olesja Darnopiha is a seasoned sales coach and trainer at IBM Consulting, specializing in sales education, coaching, and mindfulness facilitation. She serves as a trainer for the IBM Global Sales School and supervises the IBM Blue Core Coaching program. With a background in psychology from Dublin Business School, Olesja integrates psychological principles into her coaching methodologies. Beyond her corporate responsibilities, she actively mentors young women in STEM through initiatives like Teen-Turn, supporting student-led science projects across Ireland. Her multifaceted approach combines professional development with personal growth, making her a respected figure in both business and educational communities.
At TEDx Dublin, will share her story of depression episodes and struggle with mental health.
Rich Gomez
TEDx Talk Title: From Scarcity to Abundance: Redefining Your Relationship with Money
Richard Gomez is a multifaceted professional specializing in digital marketing, lead generation, and financial education. As the CEO of Rebel Leads, he assists business owners in scaling their ventures through strategic online growth. Through his platform “Rich With Rich,” Gomez offers financial literacy content, aiming to empower individuals to achieve financial freedom. He is also the author of Sheep Amid Wolves, a book that delves into financial empowerment and personal development. Gomez shares insights on money management, investing, and entrepreneurship across various platforms, including YouTube and Instagram, providing practical advice for those seeking to enhance their financial well-being.
At TEDx Dublin, Rich's 'idea worth spreading' is to help people stop budgeting and start commanding their money, shifting from restrictions to empowerment through intentionality and generosity. Traditional approaches like strict budgeting often focus on scarcity, leaving people feeling trapped. Instead, financial freedom comes from redefining your relationship with money—using it purposefully and embracing abundance without sacrificing small joys. By directing money toward what truly matters, you gain control and confidence, fostering a sense of empowerment.
This transformation not only impacts individuals but also creates ripple effects in communities, promoting shared prosperity and stronger societies. Commanding your money is about breaking free from limitations and building a future rooted in purpose and generosity.
Richard McGuinness
TEDx Talk Title: Decoding profound interoceptive dysregulation in neurodivergent children
Richard McGuinness is an accomplished sales leader with extensive experience in the technology sector. He is Founder of RevenueOS, and currently serving as Vice President of Sales for EMEA at ClickUp, he oversees the company’s European headquarters in Dublin, driving growth and international expansion. Prior to this role, Richard held significant positions in the telecommunications industry, including Corporate Business Manager at Irish Broadband. He holds a BA in Natural Sciences from Trinity College Dublin and a Diploma in Business Studies from UCD’s Smurfit Graduate School. Richard is recognized for his strategic vision and commitment to fostering innovation within the tech industry.
At TEDx Dublin, Richard aims to educate the audience on the concept of interoception and it's importance in understanding & feeling emotions, along with highlighting the link between interoceptive dysregulation and neurodivergent development. Lastly, Richard will offer practical advice on how to improve interoceptive awareness and radically alter the behavioural & emotional well-being of neurodivergent children.
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