TEDxVisalia

Speakers

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• Adrianne Hillman

  Adrianne Hillman is the founder and CEO of Salt + Light, a Central California nonprofit transforming the way communities respond to homelessness through dignity, radical hospitality, and belonging. She is a speaker, writer, and social entrepreneur passionate about building human projects that heal people and reimagine what compassionate leadership looks like.

• Alice Aleman-Fisher

  Alice Aleman-Fisher is a Survivor Advocate, Realtor, Educator, and Class "A" license holder whose work bridges faith, storytelling, and community healing. As an advocate for both survivors and the incarcerated, she inspires others through her message of forgiveness, grace, and restoration.

• Amie Rangel

  Amie Rangel is a visual artist rooted in observation with an intuitive and interdisciplinary approach to research expressed through drawing. Her studio practice is informed by her role as a mother, college art instructor, curator, and gallery director.

• David Hickman

  David Hickman (Davey) is a seasoned American radio Dj and beloved on-air personality with a remarkable 38-year career in broadcasting. Originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, Davey has dedicated his life to connecting people through music, storytelling, and service. He has brought his unique voice and passion for community to major markets including Sacramento, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Fresno; building deep local roots while influencing listeners across generation.

• Faith Escobedo

  Faith Escobedo is an artist, speed painter, speaker, and minister with Rick Alonzo Ministries (RAM) where she is certified to carry forward the ministry's mission of sharing the hope and freedom found in Christ. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from California State University, Fresno, and has served in ministry for over a decade, working with children, teens and adults. Today she travels nationally and internationally, partnering with churches, schools, and organizations. Faith also serves in recovery and counseling ministries, helping individuals discover their value and purpose.

• Michele Lima

  Michele Lima is the founder of the Paulie Pryce Cortez Memorial Foundation, which raises awareness about the dangers of drowsy driving and supports grieving families. As a mother turned advocate, she transforms her loss into purpose by educating communities and inspiring safer driving habits.

• Natasha Hazlett

  Natasha Hazlett is an attorney, best-selling author, award-winning entrepreneur, and community builder. She is a wife and mom of three young kids who set out on a journey in 2023 to “find her people.” With friends now by her side, she is on a mission to help other women find their people so they too can feel seen, heard, and known. Natasha is the founder of Gathering Table Ministries and Our Gathering Table, where she serves thousands of women seeking authentic friendships and connection.

• Richard Torrez Jr.

  Richard Torrez Jr. is an Olympic medalist who has trained as a boxer his entire life. As a professional boxer, his experiences inside and outside of the ring have shaped his perspective on discipline, perseverance, and achieving a dream.

• Waldo Moraga

  Waldo Moraga is an entrepreneur and former irrigation designer who has helped farmers from South to North America, with their water. His work is always focused on simple solutions and currently supports farmers with carbonic acid water pH control.