Progress in healthcare starts when doctors dare to step beyond convention. Dr. Vivek Subramaniam shows how empowering clinicians to innovate can reshape systems and redefine impact. Change doesn’t begin in policy — it begins with those bold enough to imagine something better. Dr. Vivek Subramaniam is the co-founder of Disruptive Doctors, a global platform empowering physicians to connect, collaborate, and innovate. With a background in medicine and entrepreneurship, he has led initiatives that bridge healthcare, technology, and community building. Recognised for driving conversations on digital readiness and future-focused healthcare, Dr. Vivek champions doctors as leaders of change. His mission is simple yet bold: to impact healthcare differently and inspire innovation from within. 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

Every ripple of change begins with a single act of belief. Aishvarrya Lakshmi reminds us that nurturing confidence in students creates waves of compassion in communities. When we teach with empathy, we don’t just build careers — we build healers. Aishvarrya Lakshmi is a final-year Nursing student at IMU University and co-founder of Mediverse Edu, an AI-powered platform transforming nursing and medical education with simplified study guides, 3D anatomy, gamified quizzes, and personalized AI learning support. Guided by the vision “Where Compassion Meets Tech,” she strives to unite innovation with empathy to create a smarter, kinder healthcare workforce. Her groundbreaking work has earned the Silver Medal at E-Inovasi 2025, recognition from IMU leadership, and dual championship titles at IMU’s Pitch Perfect Challenge. As an IMU Student Ambassador, she has represented the university on national and global stages, including the Startup World Cup. Deeply committed to community service, she has championed health initiatives for underserved groups, from children’s oral hygiene to welfare outreach. With research and advocacy rooted in both technology and compassion, Aishvarrya is redefining the future of healthcare education. 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

Public art connects people, changes communities, and shapes minds. More than just art, public art is a civic practice. It encapsulates larger political processes, offering opportunities to create stronger social ties, improve communities, and cultivate a more productive politics. Tobias Zikmund is a painter and public artist living in Fargo, ND. As a Program Manager at the North Dakota Council on the Arts, he manages a statewide public art program focused on rural places. Tobias is interested in the social and civic functions of art and the significance of land and place. 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

In this heartfelt and insightful TED Talk, the speaker, at the age of 72, shares the valuable lessons learned over seven decades of life. From the importance of servant leadership to the power of selflessness in relationships, the talk delves into the principles that have shaped a fulfilling and meaningful life. The speaker emphasizes the significance of discipline, humility, vulnerability, and gratitude, illustrating how these virtues have guided their journey. With anecdotes from personal and professional experiences, the talk offers wisdom on building strong relationships, achieving financial independence, and embracing the joys of grandparenting. Ultimately, the speaker encourages the audience to invest in their relationships, health, and purpose, and to live a life rich with love and meaning. Vern Dosch, married to Lynne for 42 years, is a father of three and grandfather of eleven. A University of Mary graduate with degrees in Business, Accounting, and a master’s in management, he also holds an Honorary Doctorate in Leadership. Vern’s 45-year career in the Rural Electric and Telecommunication industries culminated as President and CEO of National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC) from 2002 to 2020. Under his leadership, NISC and it’s 1,400 employees became a leading IT provider, delivering innovative software to over 960 cooperatives and providers across the U.S., American Samoa, Palau, and Canada. In 2022 Vern was honored as a member of the National Cooperative Hall of Fame. 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

We are wired for convention yet built to innovate. This talk uncovers the subtle, systemic pressures that can trap our potential, revealing how a personal journey through chaos and complexity is not a detour, but can be a direct path to purpose – one forged in unwavering conviction to challenge the status quo. It is an invitation to courageously unlearn the ingrained patterns that hold us captive, champion the unheard voices that challenge what is possible, and ignite the innate innovator within us all – to help build a future defined not by our limits or precedent, but by unlimited imagination and audacious hope. Deborah Golden thinks differently. Wired for the unconventional, she transforms bold ideas into industry-shaping realities. As Deloitte’s Chief Innovation Officer, Deborah leads at the forefront of technological advancement, tackling challenges and crafting transformative solutions that empower organizations forward in a rapidly evolving world.A lifelong pioneer, Deborah consistently redefines what’s possible through her unique ability to connect ideas, people, and technologies in unexpected ways. From her leadership in Deloitte’s Cyber & Strategic Risk and Cyber Strategic Growth Offering to her current work driving innovation across the marketplace, she thrives on turning disruption into demonstrable opportunity – creating value at every step of the way. Drawing on personal experiences of resilience, Deborah embraces adaptability and mental antifragility, inspiring others to harness change and complexity to create lasting impact. 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

Demonstrating how curiosity and collaboration fuel advancements in technology. Mechanical Engineer with over three years of experience in mechanical design for robotics and research. Enthusiastic about exploring new technologies, collaborating with diverse teams, and continuously developing skills. 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