Jamaicans.com founder Xavier Murphy will be among the featured speakers at TEDxMiramar, scheduled for March 20, 2026, at the Miramar Cultural Center in Miramar, Florida. Murphy joins 12 speakers selected to present ideas and personal stories as part of this year’s event, themed “Elevate.”
The evening programme, which runs from 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM, will bring together voices from a range of disciplines to share perspectives on leadership, education, identity, and personal transformation.
A Talk on Family Secrets and Generational Truth
Murphy’s talk, titled “Family Secrets Don’t Stay in the Past,” will explore the lasting impact that hidden family histories and silence can have across generations.
“Finding my long-lost uncle in China was a miracle, but it also taught me a hard truth: avoiding family secrets causes far more damage than the secrets themselves,” Murphy said. “I want to show others that seeking the truth is not about blame—it is about the courage to make your family whole again.”
The talk draws on Murphy’s own experiences uncovering family history and reflects a broader theme of how truth and openness can reshape relationships and identity.
He also notes that the deeper message behind the talk is about understanding the ways silence within families can shape who people become.
“I’ll be exploring the hidden ways family silence shapes who we become and why the truth is the only thing that truly lets a family belong,” Murphy said.
The Vision Behind Jamaicans.com
Murphy is the founder of Jamaicans.com, one of the longest-running online platforms dedicated to Jamaican culture and the global Jamaican diaspora. He launched the website in 1995, becoming an early pioneer in using web-based technology to connect Jamaicans living around the world.
Through the platform, Murphy has helped document and share stories from the diaspora for nearly three decades. He is also the host and producer of the popular web series “Jamaicans to the World,” which highlights the experiences of Jamaicans living in more than 100 countries. In addition, he previously served as a producer on the syndicated television programme Caribbean Diaspora Weekly.
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Community Leadership and Cultural Impact
Beyond media, Murphy has been active in community leadership in South Florida. He has served as president of the South Florida chapter of the Association of Internet Professionals and as founding president of the Jamaica College Old Boys Association of Florida (JCOBAFL). He is also the co-founder and coordinator of the Annual Anancy Festival, a cultural event held each June in South Florida to celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month.
His work has earned numerous recognitions over the years, including the Jamaica Diaspora Champion in Media Award, honours from the Jamaica Reggae Industry Association (JaRIA), and the Jamaican Milestone Award for Media from the Jamaica USA Chamber of Commerce in 2025.
Speakers, Performances and Event Details
Murphy will be joined on the TEDxMiramar stage by a diverse lineup of speakers including Julie Jacques, Benny Salas, Dr. Diane Moore-Eubanks, Dr. Ralph Hughes, Tayten Reed, Dr. Anthony Richiez, Treavor Metzler and Zurich Ronert, Byron Faudie, Dr. Andrea McKie, and Lona Fink.
The evening will also feature live performances by vocalist Antoinette Apolon and 11-year-old ballroom dance champion August Komkov.
A 50-minute intermission beginning at 7:00 PM will include a VIP networking experience where attendees can meet speakers and connect with fellow guests.
According to organisers, the theme “Elevate” is intended to encourage both speakers and audiences to rethink personal experiences and view challenges from new perspectives.
Tickets for TEDxMiramar are available through the event’s website.
