What does it mean to rise beyond?
“Rising Beyond” embodies the human spirit’s ability to transcend obstacles, daring us to dream and reimagine possibilities. Like standing at the base of a daunting mountain, it reflects our journey to overcome personal and collective challenges. It emphasizes collaboration, using our combined strengths and intellect to surmount difficulties and create a brighter future. More than reaching a single summit, it’s about navigating the endless peaks and valleys of life, continually striving for growth and progress, fueled by resilience and a vision for what lies beyond.
Join us as we come together for our next TEDxFrankfurt event with the theme, ‘Rising Beyond’ and see what you’ll be inspired to do next!
When? Sunday, 8th December 2024
Where? Saalbau Bornheim
Our Speakers in 2024
Eight speakers will be ready to share their inspiring ideas with you that change everything, with topics ranging from leadership, AI & data, digital transformation, health & mind, from anti-racism to activism & democracy, creativity, the power of music & arts. Additionally to the talks we prepared performances by talented artists combined with enough time for social networking and, of course, FUN.
About Our Speakers
Performer: The Never Knows
Kaanvocal/guitar
music and medicine – these are his two passions. He is a gynecologist and also a virtuoso composer. Always in search of the one melody!
Annie
vocal/piano
used to be a boring person playing classical music, but converted herself to be a crazy pianist playing with The Never Knows!
Their orginal pop-songs create a bubble of time and take you on a journey with high speed towards the horizon. Music can make you RISE BEYOND yourself – So, let go, buckle up and we will beam you up!
Performer – Onity Dance Team
Onity dance team, comprised of four members from diverse cultural backgrounds— Peru, Vietnam, Korea, and China—embodies the power of connection through shared passion. United by their love for dance, these individuals have transcended cultural differences, finding common ground in rhythm and movement. Their journey reflects not only a commitment to artistic expression but also an inspiring testament to the strength of collaboration. Through their dedication and creativity, they showcase how music and dance can bridge divides, fostering unity and mutual respect. Onity dance
team strives to portrait themselves as a positive-uplifting dance team, demonstrating that passion knows no boundaries and that true harmony is achieved through the synergy from within.
Performer – Erika Emerson
Erika’s music has so much heart that her voice and a piano are enough to move entire concert halls to tears. The queer artist with UK roots uses her unique vocal tone and radical vulnerability to empower herself, striving to create a safer space for others to do the same. She writes with raw honesty, digging deep enough to confront grief, self-doubt and fear while aiming to stay soft and gentle along the way. Erika’s heart-on-your-sleeve charisma invites you into a world where difficult emotions can be understood, held and perhaps even overcome – one baby step at a time.
Although she just started releasing songs in 2023, she performed at the renowned TV Noir show at Admiralspalast Berlin in September 2024 and played support shows for artists such as Michèl von Wussow and Sobi. Erika is currently releasing monthly singles, leading up to her debut album ‚Baby Steps’ – to be released February 7th 2025 a body of work created together with producer Helge Preuß (Lewis Capaldi, etc.).
Performer – Marja Stratbrücker
About Marja
Marja is a passionate resilience expert with a heartfelt mission: bringing more joy into the corporate world. She believes that genuine joy emerges when we feel a deep inner harmony, confident in our ability to meet life’s challenges with strength and balance.
With over 13 years of experience in event management, Marja’s journey took a transformative turn during the pandemic as she recognized the need to find stability within, rather than depending on external structures. She moved from a reactive to an aligned and empowered approach to life, a shift she now brings into the corporate world.
Now, Marja brings her two greatest passions – nature and the healing power of sound – into her work, designing transformative experiences under her guiding motto: “From mental overload to inner balance”
Through her company, STEP AHEAD, Marja creates unique, nature-inspired resilience experiences that guide leaders and teams back to their inner resources. From keynotes and workshops to sound healing and nature-based coaching, her work opens spaces for deep relaxation and clarity – building resilience that prepares participants to flourish in times of change.
Marja’s vision is clear: to stay one STEP AHEAD by fostering a world where clarity, balance, and joy are at the heart of both personal and professional success.
About her session:
Marja will guide a brief sound relaxation session, creating a genuine pause amid the high energy of the event. This session enhances focus, supports lasting integration of content, and reduces stress, allowing participants’ nervous systems to reset. Free from external input, Marja’s sound relaxation restores inner harmony, building resilience and renewed presence.
Location: Saalbau Bornheim
SAALBAU was founded in 1859 by committed Frankfurters to fulfill the desire for a place for gatherings of all kinds. SAALBAU has grown with the needs of the citizens and has become an indispensable cultural and social promoter.
