Bernd Born

Bernd Hans Born is a writer, filmmaker, and self-taught historian based in Palm Beach and Berlin. Through his acclaimed documentary project Becoming Born, he explores how memory, ancestry, and storytelling connect generations across continents. A former engineer turned storyteller, Bernd now speaks to schools, heritage groups, and cultural organizations about the importance of preserving personal history. His talks inspire audiences to rediscover their roots and see how family stories shape identity, empathy, and understanding in a changing world.