At TEDxBITSoM, Nina Lekhi shares her inspiring journey from failing her first year of college to running a successful business for over four decades. She talks about resilience, self-motivation, and the mindset that allowed her to overcome setbacks, challenge stereotypes, and keep pushing forward even when the odds were against her.Nina’s story reminds us that failure is not the end; it’s the beginning of growth, learning, and long-term success. Watch her journey of determination, courage, and entrepreneurship unfold.#Entrepreneurship #WomenInBusiness #Resilience #Inspiration #Motivation #FailureToSuccess #EntrepreneurMindset #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #StartupJourney #BusinessLeadership #WomenEntrepreneurs "True style is when your values shine through your choices."Introducing Nina Lekhi, the visionary behind Baggit, a brand that marries style with sustainability. As a self-made entrepreneur, Nina has transformed the fashion landscape with her eco-conscious, cruelty-free designs, proving that fashion can be both ethical and chic. 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

Bursting the myth - Sciences for the smart, commerce for the below average learners as a career option. Innovator and quick learner. A go getter with never give up attitude. 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 un mondo che ci vuole perfetti, ammettere un fallimento è l’atto più rivoluzionario. Questo speech racconta – con ironia e verità – perché sbagliare è umano, condividere è potente e accettare le proprie debolezze può diventare una forza. Tra miniciccioli, blog naufragati e webinar mezzi vuoti, un viaggio nei fallimenti che ci rendono veri. E liberi. Dopo anni di esperienza in una multinazionale e in agenzie pubblicitarie, Luna Mascitti ha fondato la sua agenzia digitale, Mio Cugino ADV. Specializzata in neuromarketing e storytelling, dal 2021 condivide su Instagram e TikTok consigli pratici per aumentare le vendite tramite i social. Ha già formato oltre 1.600 studenti con manuali, corsi e coaching, tra cui “Vendere con il neuromarketing” e “Storie per vendere”. Recentemente è tornata all'Università Sapienza di Roma come docente, portando in aula strumenti attuali e strategie concrete per promuovere prodotti e servizi online. 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

This talk explores the “power of food” and how our daily choices around meals shape both physical and mental well-being. Drawing on her experience as a registered dietitian, the speaker shares memorable stories from working in elder care, supporting patients with eating disorders, and learning from her own grandparents’ longevity and lifestyle. She highlights how food is not only about nutrition, but also about memory, connection, and happiness. Through examples from Japanese food culture and school lunches, she demonstrates how small, mindful investments in food—just a few extra minutes a day—can enrich health, strengthen communities, and lead to a more fulfilling life. 本トークでは「食の持つ力」について、日々の食事の選択が心身の健康にどのように影響するかを考えます。管理栄養士として高齢者施設での経験、摂食障害を抱える方の食生活改善、そして103歳と94歳の祖父母から学んだ食と長寿の秘訣などを交え、食がもつ栄養だけでなく「記憶」「つながり」「幸せ」を生む力を紹介します。さらに、日本の食文化や学校給食を例に、日常の中で食を大切にする小さな習慣が、未来の健康と豊かな人生につながることを伝えます。 【出身・Hometown】神奈川県/Kanagawa Prefecture大手グループの食品会社で、商品の旨味、塩味、甘味などの味覚のバランスを加味した美味しさの研究を行い、メニュー提案、商品企画を行う。 その後、高齢者施設で、コスト削減を視野に入れた効果的な栄養管理を行う。現在は、独立し、高齢者や、術後の機能回復・維持を目的としたデイサービスの栄養サービス導入のアドバイザー、都内の国家公務員系の病院の病院食の導入のアドバイザー、経営者層向けの仕事のパフォーマンスの上がる栄養相談、飲食店向けの美味しさの研究をベースにしたレシピ提案を行う。 同時に、順天堂大学大学院医学研究科にて、健康長寿のプロジェクトにも栄養面より参加。今回は栄養の観点から人生における重要性を訴えかける。 After working in product development and taste research at a major food company, she managed nutrition in elderly care facilities. Now independent, she advises day services, hospitals, and executives, and develops recipes for restaurants. She also contributes to a healthy longevity project at Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine. Today, she is going to appeal the importance of meals in life from the perspective as a dietitian. 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

Passion and creativity are buried way sooner than expected. An avid reader, quick at grasping . 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

What if the plastic we use every day never really went away? From sea salt to human cells, microplastics are silently infiltrating our planet — and us. In this talk, student researcher Ananya Iyengar shares her journey from a high school biology lab to publishing her own study on how microplastics harm aquatic life. Through science and innovation, she reveals how curiosity can spark real solutions to one of today’s most invisible environmental crises — and how even the smallest actions can make the biggest ripples. Ananya Iyengar is a senior at Granite Bay High School with a passion for healthcare, research, and community service. She has conducted original research on microplastics and their impact on marine ecosystems, while also designing an innovative filtration system to combat this issue. She is also filing a U.S. patent for a device designed to safely cut avocados and prevent kitchen injuries. Ananya volunteers at Mercy San Juan Hospital and with SEWA International, where she helps prepare meals and serve those in need. She also leads GBHSHFH, a student-run volunteer club, and works with children as a tutor at Kumon, camp counselor, and a varsity water polo player. With experiences ranging from a volunteer abroad at a major hospital in India to local community leadership, Ananya is dedicated to combining science, service, and global citizenship in her future career as a physician. 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