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Dana Tanamachi is a New York City-based artist and designer who enjoys living a quiet life and working with her hands. In 2009, an impromptu chalk installation for a Brooklyn housewarming party landed Dana her first commission for Google and set the popular chalk-lettering trend—and her career—in motion. After working under design icon Louise Fili, she opened Tanamachi Studio, a boutique design studio specializing in custom typography and illustration for editorial, lifestyle, food, and fashion brands. She has been commissioned globally by clients such as Target, Nike, USPS, Penguin Books, Ralph Lauren, Instagram, and West Elm. Named a Young Gun (YG9) by the Art Director’s Club in 2011 and a Young Creative to Watch by HOWMagazine, she has had the distinct honor of creating custom cover art for O, HOW, and TIME Magazines.
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Ndaba Mandela is an internationally renowned speaker, activist, and author, known for his inspiring talks and his dedication to carrying forward the legacy of his grandfather, Nelson Mandela. With a unique blend of personal experiences, storytelling, and a deep understanding of social and political issues, Ndaba captivates audiences around the world, motivating them to act, create positive change, and embrace their roles as global citizens.
Ndaba Mandela holds a BA degree from the University of Pretoria, majoring in Political Science & International Relations. He is the grandson of the late Nelson Mandela and Evelyn Mase. Growing up in the shadow of his iconic grandfather, Ndaba developed a strong sense of responsibility to continue the work of promoting social justice, equality, and freedom for all.
Ndaba's passion for social justice led him to become an advocate for various causes, including education, youth empowerment, and HIV/AIDS awareness. He co-founded the Africa Rising Foundation, an organization dedicated to empowering African youth through education, mentorship, and leadership development. Through his foundation and speaking engagements, Ndaba strives to inspire young people to overcome challenges and become leaders in their communities.
Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall are an Olympic power couple with a remarkable love story. Their journey of determination, love, and excellence has cemented them as one of the most iconic couples in sports today.
At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Tara made history by winning the Gold Medal in the long jump. Her celebration in the sand pit quickly became one of the null as she sprinted to the stands to leap into Hunter’s arms. Weeks later, Hunter competed in the Paralympics, winning Gold in the 400m T62 and Bronze in the 4x100m Universal Relay, null
TARA DAVIS-WOODHALL (25) is the reigning Olympic Gold Medalist in the long jump and has remained undefeated for the past two years. She is a two-time Olympian, ranked #1 in the world, and has claimed the titles of 2024 World Champion, 2023 and 2024 US National Champion. Known as “null,” Tara’s iconic cowboy hats, boots, and infectious personality have made her a fan favorite both on and off the field. She is also the assistant track coach at Kansas State. As a former NCAA Division 1 athlete at the University of Texas, Tara became a four-time All-American, shattered two NCAA records, and earned the title of double-record breaker in the same week.
HUNTER WOODHALL (25) is a three-time Paralympian and null, redefining what it means to be an athlete and entrepreneur. Hunter has won 5x Paralympic Medals and holds the American record for the 100m and 400m (T62). Born with fibular hemimelia, Hunter had both legs amputated below the knees at 11 months old. Defying all odds, he became the first double amputee to earn an NCAA Division 1 scholarship, competing for the University of Arkansas and becoming a four-time All-American.
Outside of competition, Tara and Hunter enjoy life with their two dogs, Milo and Winnie, and their cat, Azula. Tara is a passionate advocate for mental health, sharing her experiences with depression and anxiety to raise awareness and support others. Hunter’s entrepreneurial spirit continues to drive him as he builds and scales businesses that reflect his values and passions, such as apparel, social media and real estate.
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Стэфэн Т.Роквүд нь Есүс Христийн Хожмын Үеийн Гэгээнтнүүдийн Сүмээс санхүүждэг дэлхий даяарх ашгийн бус байгууллага болох FamilySearch International-ын ерөнхийлөгч, гүйцэтгэх захирал юм. FamilySearch-д нэгдэхээсээ өмнө Роквүүд MasterCard International, AT&T, Disney, Office Depot, Citibank зэрэг брэндүүдийн дэлхий даяарх хэрэглэгчдэд зориулсан өвөрмөц үйлчилгээг бий болгох чиглэлээр мэргэшсэн. Түүнчлэн тэрээр хоёр компани байгуулсан ба хожим тэдгээрийг томоохон компаниудад худалджээ. Хамгийн сүүлд Стив FamilySearch-ийн олон улсын хэлтсийн захирлаар үйлчилсэн.
We are Los Chicaneros, an ordinary family who wants to share, through humor, various situations that most families experience.
Today, we want to tell you a little bit about our story. We met 36 years ago, and next December, we will celebrate 32 years of marriage. Our family consists of Nelson (the father), Cristina (the mother), Nicolás (the eldest son), and María Antonia (the youngest daughter).
We met at a diving club in Cali, Colombia. We share a love for nature and sports; we fell in love there and decided to join our lives forever because we share the same ideal.
When we got married, we were fully committed to starting a family because we believe it is the place where we can raise our children in an environment of love, values, respect, and honesty, among others. Our main goal has always been our children, doing everything possible to give them everything they need in every aspect and to stay united.
It has been a difficult path, full of sacrifices, but always filled with love, hope, and joy. Although we are not perfect, we have always been clear that we are meant for each other and that, thanks to our great love, we have managed to overcome all the trials that life has thrown our way.
Our obligations as parents were to provide our children with proper education, housing, food, and health. Due to job instability, we were forced to move to many places over the last 20 years. At first, it wasn't too complicated because they were children whom we could take from one place to another, but as they grew older, it became more challenging to stay together. So, Nicolás studied in Colombia for both school and university, and Antonia studied part of her school in Colombia, part in Honduras, and completed her university studies in Honduras, while the parents lived between Nicaragua and Honduras, as we found job stability in these countries.
Marco Lui, also known by his stage name "Mr. Lui," is an Italian mime and comedian born on July 18, 1975, in Milan. With a degree in Physical Education from the University of Verona, Lui began his career as a cabaret artist and Michael Jackson imitator before making his mark in television. His unique comedy style, inspired by classic silent film humor, led to appearances on Mediaset programs like Beato fra le donne, and his signature character, Mr. Lui, became popular on Italia 1, drawing comparisons to Mr. Bean.
Beyond television, Lui has built a diverse career in film production and direction, with notable works like The Book of Life (2010) and Dr. Smith and the Fantastic Castle (2012). As a longtime collaborator with Italian entertainer Fiorello, Lui directed and edited numerous backstage pieces for Fiorello's shows, blending his comedic vision with technical skill. An active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he served as a missionary in the South of Italy and has also participated in cultural projects tied to the church. Today, he continues to engage with Italian media as the presenter for the Zecchino d’Oro selections, where he also contributes his talents as a comedian and voice actor, bringing his signature humor and charisma to the show.
Philippines born singer and songwriter Ysabelle Cuevas got her start releasing covers of popular songs on YouTube. Since 2016, her work has amassed over 700 Million streams, with her biggest release “I Like You So Much, You’ll Know It” collecting over 175 Million streams on YouTube to date. In 2018, she released her first original song “Daunted” through Warner Music Philippines, which has since accumulated millions of streams in SouthEast Asia and North America.
Ysabelle’s incredibly versatile voice and innate mastery of vocal production has allowed her to bridge genres and cultures. A lover of Korean culture herself, Ysabelle has personally translated Korean songs into both Filipino and English. In July of 2020, she was the Grand Prize winner of YG Entertainment’s song cover contest where she performed an English version of “Wayo” by Bang Ye-dam of K-Pop group Treasure. That October, Ysabelle’s cover of “Boy With Luv” was featured on Glamour’s "You Sang My Song" series, featuring positive reactions from original artist and K-pop megastars BTS themselves. Ysabelle has since shifted her focus to her original music, and is currently in the studio writing and recording her next big release.
Tato, a singer and violinist from São Paulo, founded Falamansa in 1998. The band became a major success in forró, releasing several albums and selling millions of copies throughout Brazil.

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La leyenda del fútbol brasileño Zico, célebre en todo el mundo por su habilidad y liderazgo en el campo de juego, comparte su trayectoria de determinación y perseverancia, inspirando a los espectadores a explorar las historias familiares.
José M. Hernández comparte su experiencia en la NASA, sus raíces migrantes y la historia familiar que dio forma a su camino, mostrando la manera en que el legado, la resiliencia y la educación pueden dar pie a sueños increíbles.
Los hermanos Gardiner, bailarines irlandeses de renombre mundial, regresan a Irlanda para explorar las raíces familiares, descubrir su legado y reflexionar sobre la identidad, el legado y las historias ancestrales.
La galardonada periodista Jessica Soho comparte su carrera de cuarenta años en el periodismo, descubriendo la historia familiar, la genealogía, el legado y las historias no contadas que conectan el pasado y el presente.
We are Los Chicaneros, an ordinary family who wants to share, through humor, various situations that most families experience.
Today, we want to tell you a little bit about our story. We met 36 years ago, and next December, we will celebrate 32 years of marriage. Our family consists of Nelson (the father), Cristina (the mother), Nicolás (the eldest son), and María Antonia (the youngest daughter).
We met at a diving club in Cali, Colombia. We share a love for nature and sports; we fell in love there and decided to join our lives forever because we share the same ideal.
When we got married, we were fully committed to starting a family because we believe it is the place where we can raise our children in an environment of love, values, respect, and honesty, among others. Our main goal has always been our children, doing everything possible to give them everything they need in every aspect and to stay united.
It has been a difficult path, full of sacrifices, but always filled with love, hope, and joy. Although we are not perfect, we have always been clear that we are meant for each other and that, thanks to our great love, we have managed to overcome all the trials that life has thrown our way.
Our obligations as parents were to provide our children with proper education, housing, food, and health. Due to job instability, we were forced to move to many places over the last 20 years. At first, it wasn't too complicated because they were children whom we could take from one place to another, but as they grew older, it became more challenging to stay together. So, Nicolás studied in Colombia for both school and university, and Antonia studied part of her school in Colombia, part in Honduras, and completed her university studies in Honduras, while the parents lived between Nicaragua and Honduras, as we found job stability in these countries.
Алтан медалын эзэд болох Тара Дэвис-Вүүдхолл, Хантэр Вүүдхолл хоёр Рүүтстэкийн гол тайзнаас тэсвэр тэвчээр, золиослол, амжилтын түүхээ хуваалцахыг сонсоно үү.
Katie James cantautora colombiana nos comparte su música y vivencias en un evento de FamilySearch realizado en Bogotá, Colombia.
Дрэд, Харриет Скот нарын жич охин Линн М.Жаксон эгч тууштай тэмцэл, өв уламжлалдаа хүндэтгэлтэй хандсан өөрийн түүх болон ирээдүй хойч үедээ тээж буй итгэл найдвараа Рүүтстэкийн гол тайзнаа хуваалцана.
Pictureline компанийн харьяа Sony брэндийн гэрэл зурагчин Нэнси Боровик уй гашуу, дурсамжтай холбоотой туурвисан дүрслэх урлагийн бүтээлээ Рүүтстэкийн гол тайзнаа хуваалцана.
FamilySearch олон улсын байгууллагын гүйцэтгэх захирал Стийв Роквүүд энэ жилийн Рүүтстэк 2024 арга хэмжээний үзэгчдэд хандан үг хэлнэ.
Ghanaian boxing legend, Azumah Nelson, shares a message about the importance of identity, heritage, and determination in the pursuit of our dreams.
Stranger Things actor, Matthew Modine, shares the value of story-telling and pursuing your dreams.
Palestinian-American comedian, Maysoon Zayid shares her story of the importance of equality and the power of comedy.
Lorena Ochoa began her professional career in 2002 and has since been honored as the Rolex Player of the Year, the Best Female Golf Player, and the Best International Athlete by the ESPY awards. In 2017, she was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame as the first Mexican golfer, becoming one of the youngest women to receive that honor.
Not only a professional athlete but also a wife, mother, and entrepreneur, Lorena has paved the way for female golfers in Latin America and all over the world. Join us as she shares her journey of following her dreams and her firm belief in giving back.
Dr. Astrid Tuminez became the seventh president of Utah Valley University in 2018. Born in the Philippines, she grew up with her family in the slums of Iloilo City, where her parents continuously sought better educational opportunities for President Tuminez and her siblings. Her pursuit of education eventually took her to the United States, where she received a bachelor’s and master’s degree, as well as a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
From her humble beginnings in the Philippines, to becoming the first female president of Utah Valley University, education has been the way forward for Astrid Tuminez. Listen in as she shares intimate stories of her ancestors and upbringing, and the powerful influence of women. Watch all of our May 2023 Mothers/Women in Genealogy content null
Will Hopoate began playing for the Professional Rugby League when he was just eighteen years old. After a year, he decided to pause his rugby career in order to serve a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Following his two years of service, Will returned to NRL, and currently plays fullback for the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs.
Through the years, Will has overcome obstacles on and off the rugby pitch. Here he takes us through the ups and downs of footy and shares his own personal journey of prioritizing family and values—while still intensely dominating on the field.
Francesco Lotoro, an Italian pianist, composer, and conductor, has tirelessly recovered and promoted thousands of works of music composed by individuals in the concentration camps of World War II. He is the author of several volumes of musicology and currently works as a professor at the U. Giordano Music Conservatory in Foggia.
An artist like none other, Francesco Lotoro has given a voice to those silenced by the atrocities of war. Here Francesco shares his journey of relentless devotion to preserving the story of humanity, proving that history lives on through music and connects the past, present, and future.
Sunetra Sarker first rose to fame as a teenager, playing Nisha Batra in the cult soap Brookside. Over the ensuing three decades, Sunetra has become a BAFTA member and a stalwart of British television. She is currently filming the fourth series of the hit drama Ackley Bridge, for which she has received significant praise for her pioneering role of Kanees.
Raised in England by parents who had come from India, Sunetra quickly became an actress of two worlds. In this keynote, she shares her inspiring journey of exploring and embracing her rich multicultural heritage.
Sharon Leslie Morgan is a genealogist, author, and the founder of Our Black Ancestry, an online community dedicated to providing resources for African American genealogical research. In 2019, she received the James Dent Walker Award from the Afro-American Historical & Genealogical Society, the highest honor given to genealogists in her specialty.
Sharon has not only devoted her life to genealogy but has also actively fought racism head-on, as detailed in her book “Gather at the Table,” co-written with Thomas DeWolf, a descendent of one of the largest slave-owning families in United States history. Join us as Sharon details her journey of seeking healing, discovering family, and paving a path toward conciliation.
Erick Avari, an award-winning film and stage actor, has contributed to a variety of finely crafted performances in grand operas, soap operas, hit television series, award-winning independent films, and some of the highest-grossing cinematic works in Hollywood. Specifically known as a trailblazer for a generation of South Asian actors, Erick has played more than two dozen different ethnicities with authority and authenticity in his fight against stereotypical casting.
A man of the stage and film, Erick describes his journey of acting, stories of his family and childhood in India, as well as his thoughts on kindness and the duty we owe each other.
Nick Vujicic, an Australian American born without arms or legs, faced incredible trials throughout his life, but through perseverance and hope, he discovered purpose, strength, and the power of kindness and empathy. Now, he travels all over the globe, sharing his message of hope through inspirational speeches and powerful coaching.
Come join us and listen in as Nick shares an inspirational story of turning obstacles into opportunities and his ever-powerful message: you matter.
The brilliantly talented chorus and dance group from Japan, bless 4, made their major debut in 2003 with “Good Morning! Mr. Sunshine.” Eighteen years later, they have hosted performances across the globe, and have continued to impress audiences with their talent.
From Tokyo to the U.S. and back, bless4 describes their journey of coming together as a family to share their music and creativity. Tune in for a few songs along the way!
Diego Lugano, a former professional soccer player from Uruguay, has become known as one of the most talented athletes in the sport. His career lasted over a decade, from 2003 to 2014, and included 95 matches and two world cups. He was given the honor of being named the best captain in the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
With a long history in leadership, Diego describes bringing teams together around the world, raising a young family in different countries, and inspiring new generations of athletes.
Considered one of the best players in the history of Brazilian soccer, Tita entered the professional league with Flamengo, the most popular team in Brazil at the time, when he was just eighteen years old. Two years later, Tita was named Brazil’s Soccer Selection, an immense honor, and continued on to participate in the 1990 World Cup.
From Brazil to Germany, Italy, Mexico, and Guatemala, Tita has had a fantastic career in the sport of soccer. Join us as he shares his love of family and stories of playing with legends like Zico, helping Bayer Leverkusen win its first cup, and supporting Flamengo in their most successful season.












