Success often comes with suits, degrees, and boardrooms. But for A.K.M. Lutfur Rahman, one of the most powerful lessons in leadership came not from a CEO- but a street food vendor. In this deeply personal and uplifting TEDx talk, he shares how humility, grit, and heart-to-heart wisdom from the streets shaped his journey in the hospitality industry. This is more than a business story- it’s a tribute to the unsung teachers all around us. A.K.M Lutfur Rahman — a visionary business tycoon whose journey from humble beginnings to dominating the country’s hotel and hospitality industry is a true testament to grit, growth, and greatness. He didn’t just build hotels—he redefined them. By blending food, culture, and comfort, he introduced a business model where every meal tells a story and every stay leaves a mark. From a modest start to commanding the country's most dynamic hotel empire, his entrepreneurial path proves that vision backed by values can revolutionize an entire market. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx