Thursday, October 8, 2026
Maureen Garnett
Wharton Club of Houston
Presents
IDEAS WORTH SPREADING:
TEDx Unplugged
Thursday, October 8, 2026 | 6 PM - 8:30PM -
LOCATION -
800 Gessner Rd., Houston, TX 77024
REGISTRATION: Opens Soon
Members & Guests are Welcome
Enjoy networking and gourmet hors d’oeuvres and cocktails!
Join the Wharton Club of Houston for a candid panel on how to craft and deliver a great TED-style talk — from shaping your central idea to commanding the stage. Given the depth of experience among our panelists, the conversation will range well beyond technique into storytelling, authority, and how to genuinely connect with an audience — with plenty of time for your questions.
An evening with seasoned TEDx speakers on the secrets behind memorable talks.
Featuring A Distinguished Panel
SCHEDULE
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR FEATURED PANELISTS
Dr. Christopher H. Loo
Dr. Christopher H. Loo, MD-PhD, is a physician-turned-entrepreneur, investor, TEDx speaker, four-time author, and host of the Financial Freedom Podcast. A graduate of Rice University and Baylor College of Medicine, he retired from medicine at 38 after achieving financial independence and now helps professionals build authority, redefine success, and create careers aligned with their values.
Lemar Brown
Lemar is a corporate board director, TEDx speaker, and negotiation expert with leadership experience spanning Shell and Goldman Sachs. She serves on corporate and advisory boards, including Certarus, and is known for her "Negotiation Judo" win-win approach, drawing on decades of experience in finance, strategy, risk management, and deal-making.
Durrel K. Douglas
Durrel K. Douglas is a Houston-based entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Douglas Family Companies, with ventures spanning transportation, real estate, media, and consulting. As the founding curator of TEDxThirdWard and founder of Houston Justice, he is passionate about helping people uncover, develop, and share ideas that create lasting impact.
Dr. Saba Syed
Dr. Saba Syed is a healthcare executive, TEDx speaker, and executive coach who serves as Vice President of Pharmacy Operations at Harbor Health. A recognized leader in value-based care and population health, she mentors professionals and leaders in crafting compelling stories, navigating career transitions, and driving meaningful change.
Whether you’re preparing for your first talk or sharpening your delivery, you’ll leave with practical tools and new connections across Houston’s Wharton community. For questions, contact us at [email protected].
All our best,
Sonali Damle & Kurth Anderson
Co-Presidents, Wharton Club of Houston
