TEDxThirdWard Welcomes Former Third Ward Resident to SOLD-OUT Event As A guest Speaker…
Farrah LaRae Wynn
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Former Third Ward Resident Dr. Amber Gunner Returns to Empower Community at SOLD-OUT TEDxThirdWard, Tackling Burnout and Workplace Connection
Houston, TX – [February 19, 2025] – Dr. Amber Gunner, a Workplace Wellness Consultant and expert in connection, resilience, and burnout prevention, is set to take the stage at TEDxThirdWard on March 1, 2025, in Houston’s historic Third Ward. She will deliver an inspiring talk on “Connection and Its Impact on Burnout”, highlighting how fostering genuine relationships in the workplace can combat stress, improve well-being, and create thriving professional environments.
As an accomplished professional, mother, and doctoral student, Dr. Gunner understands the pressure of balancing high achievement with personal well-being. Her own experience with burnout—particularly during a challenging period of job loss and postpartum recovery—fuels her passion for workplace wellness. She emphasizes the importance of psychological safety, community, and the willingness to seek support, challenging the outdated belief that strength means struggling alone.
"True strength lies in vulnerability and seeking support." says Dr. Gunner. “Needing help is not a weakness. Connection is the antidote to burnout, and we must be willing to ask for support.”
Dr. Gunner’s TEDxThirdWard talk is expected to spark essential conversations about workplace loneliness, the need for deeper connections, and how organizations can foster inclusive, resilient environments. As companies transition employees back into office settings, her insights offer a timely and necessary perspective on rebuilding workplace culture in a hybrid world.
Through her CORE framework—Curiosity, Openness, Resilience, and Engagement—Dr. Gunner equips individuals and organizations with actionable strategies to enhance connection, prevent burnout, and cultivate psychological safety in professional settings.
Expanding the Conversation Beyond TEDxThirdWard
Dr. Gunner’s TEDxThirdWard talk marks the beginning of a broader movement to reshape workplace culture and well-being. In honor of Women’s History Month (March 2025), she seeks to amplify these conversations through speaking engagements, media interviews, and podcast features. providing organizations and individuals with practical tools to foster resilience and connection.
Her expertise is especially valuable to:
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Corporate professionals, HR teams, and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
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Entrepreneurs and high-achieving professionals balancing career and personal life
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Working professionals navigating workplace loneliness and burnout
Media & Speaking Opportunities
Dr. Gunner is available for interviews, speaking engagements, and media features to discuss:
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The role of connection in preventing burnout
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How workplaces can rebuild culture post-pandemic
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The importance of psychological safety in driving engagement and innovation
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How women, especially working mothers, can reclaim support and balance
She has previously been featured as a speaker for organizations like Occidental Petroleum, Zoll Medical, and Girls Inc. and is looking to expand her reach through leading publications and media outlets, including Houston Chronicle, Fast Company, Forbes Women, SHRM, NPR Houston, and Harvard Business Review.
Join the Movement
Dr. Amber Gunner’s TEDxThirdWard talk is just the beginning. She invites corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals to join her in redefining workplace wellness through connection and psychological safety.
“When we prioritize connection, we create thriving teams and stronger communities,” says Dr. Gunner. “Let’s build workplaces that support, uplift, and energize people—not drain them.”
Follow Dr. Amber Gunner on LinkedIn
About TEDxThirdWard
TEDxThirdWard is an independently organized TEDxThirdWard event that celebrates the power of ideas through dynamic talks and performances. With the theme "Dream. Dare. Do.," the 2025 event will feature diverse speakers who inspire curiosity, spark action, and foster collaboration. The event will take place on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM in Houston’s Third Ward.
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For media inquiries, speaking engagements, or interview requests, please contact:
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