winning formula for business success, branding tools, clearing the clouds around Ethics as an important criteria for long-term reputational gain and business success. With 34 years of experience, Zarir Irani has spent the last 20 years in UAE of which 18years as an entrepreneur.Capt. Irani is the exclusive Deputy Registrar of Antiqua and Barbuda Maritime Registry (a whitelisted flag with IMO) and was invited in 2022 to join the advisory committee of Lloyds Register Marine and Shipping (MEA) and technical committee of ABS (MENA) in 2024. Additionally, he is the Chairman of the Nautical Institute Middle East Branch, which was the first branch established outside the UK.A Master Mariner with command experience & holding a valid MCA license (until 2027) from UK for unlimited vessel size and geographical area and with over 35 years of work experience in the maritime and yacht industry, Capt. Irani is the founder of a leading Marine Surveying firm M/s. Constellation Marine Services LLC.He is currently a board member of the International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS), having previously served as its Global President. He has overseen over 29,000 independent global consultancy nominations since 2007 through Constellation Marine Services who employed 24 full time staffs in the Middle East. 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

Ankit Khare unpacks the silent truths behind sustainable success in the education sector - from the power of specialization and people-first leadership, to the mindset shifts that separate short-term spikes from long-term impact. Ankit Khare is an edupreneur and growth strategist with close to 2 decades of experience in the education and edtech ecosystem. A trusted advisor to top universities, institutions, and online education brands, Ankit has helped shape the digital journeys of hundreds of education organisations across India. His work lies at the intersection of strategy, marketing, and innovation, always focused on solving real problems and delivering long-term 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

Preeti Bajaj is the dynamic CEO and managing director of Luminous Power Technologies, a leading force in India's power backup and residential solar solutions. Appointed to the helm in July 2022, she's steering Luminous towards a greener, more sustainable future, championing innovative energy solutions and driving the company's "Make in India, Make for World" vision. With nearly two decades of global experience spanning software, real estate, and renewable energy, including her notable role as founding CEO of Clipsal Solar, Preeti brings a wealth of strategic acumen and a passion for transformation. Her leadership is marked by a focus on cutting-edge technology, customer-centricity, and a strong commitment to diversity and fostering emerging talent, making her a pivotal figure in India's energy transition. 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 A visionary leader redefining the energy landscape, Preeti Bajaj is the CEO and Managing Director of Luminous Power Technologies, steering one of India’s most trusted brands in power backup and residential solar solutions. With an illustrious career spanning nearly two decades across Australia and Asia, she has been at the forefront of driving sustainable growth, transformation, and innovation across multinational corporations, ASX-listed companies, and startups. Before leading Luminous, Preeti served as the CEO and Managing Director of the Adecco Group in Australia and New Zealand and previously led Modis Australia as Managing Director. 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

A multiartista Djane Borba apresenta as músicas "Babel", "Paulicéia Desvairada" e "Baião Cereja" no no palco do TEDxGuararema 2025 Djane Borba é uma artista multimídia que tece conexões através da música. Sua trajetória é um mosaico de encontros: dos palcos de São Paulo às turnês internacionais, do jazz ao samba de roda, da educação social à produção cultural. Em Guararema, ela criou a Imagino Art Produções Artísticas, um espaço de conexão entre arte e acessibilidade, reconhecido pela UNOPS. Durante a pandemia, Djane expandiu suas conexões globais com shows online na Austrália e em Portugal, mostrando que a música transcende fronteiras. Como presidente da Rede de Economia Criativa Brasil, ela agora busca fortalecer as conexões entre artistas, comunidades e o futuro da cultura. Djane acredita que a música é uma linguagem universal que nos conecta uns aos outros e ao nosso eu interior, convidando-nos a repensar as formas como nos relacionamos com o mundo. 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

O artista Rafa Bueno apresenta a música "Conexões Reais" no palco do TEDxGuararema 2025. Antes disso, ele leva a audiência para um passeio musical pelas ruas de Guararema (SP), cidade onde nasceu, vive e trabalha até hoje. Rafa Bueno é cantor, compositor e ator nascido e criado em Guararema. Sua jornada musical começou aos 4 anos, e desde então não parou mais. Com três álbuns lançados, incluindo o aclamado 'MJ Experience' que recebeu menção honrosa no Global Legacy and Harvest Ericsson Networks Conference na Alemanha como exemplo de inovação musical. Rafa tem suas composições interpretadas por artistas de várias regiões do Brasil. Em 2014, fundou o Instituto de Educação Musical Rafael Alves, que já atendeu pessoas em 11 países. Além de sua carreira como músico, com apresentações nacionais e internacionais, Rafa também atua como professor de instrumentos, arranjador e produtor musical. 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 failure isn’t the end, but the beginning of something better? This talk reveals how setbacks can be powerful teachers, shaping resilience, creativity, and growth. Discover why failing might just be the best thing that ever happened to you. Flight 2 student at Humanitree School, Mexico City 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