A single act of kindness can spark a brief feel-good moment—but lasting impact requires intention. The Chocolate Cake Phenomenon transforms kindness into a system: deliberately scheduling time to truly notice others and share generosity in meaningful ways. Practiced for nearly 15 years, this simple approach has created powerful ripple effects—deepening relationships, strengthening communities, and proving that when kindness is intentional, everyone benefits, including ourselves. Ken Williams is a Career Clarity Coach, Get Unstuck Expert, and the creator of the Leader Success Accelerator, where he helps mid-career professionals break out of career limbo and rediscover what truly lights them up. He’s the author of several books on deepening personal relationships and on setting better goals. Surprisingly, he’s also the guy who has personally baked and shared almost 9,000 chocolate cakes! What started as sharing leftover dessert has become a weekly system of building connection in a disconnected world. Married to the same woman for 35 years (in a row!), he’s the father of five pretty wonderful children, and grandfather of one perfect grandson, And whether he’s coaching burned-out managers or handing out dessert, Ken’s on a mission to help people stop drifting and start living on purpose—one slice at a time. Find him at kenwilliamscoaching.com. 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

From a 130-square-foot home in Mumbai to becoming a mentor who lights the way for others, Satish Gaikwad shares his inspiring journey of being “wired differently.” Through humour, humility, and heartfelt stories—from his early days in hospitality to helping others rise—he reminds us that destiny doesn’t arrive all at once; it comes in instalments we earn with patience, kindness, and purpose. A celebration of resilience, connection, and the quiet power of staying wired to hope. He is a luxury hospitality professional with over two decades of experience, known for creating guest experiences rooted in warmth, empathy, and excellence. His journey — featured on BBC News — reflects his belief that great service begins with humility and heart. At TEDx, he shares insights on leadership through service, and how genuine connection can transform workplaces and lives. 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

Attraverso la sua esperienza diretta nei progetti di riforestazione in Africa, Anna Laura Migliorati racconta storie di comunità che si rigenerano attraverso l'azione ambientale. Il suo talk è un invito a riscoprire il legame tra rinascimento sociale ed ecologico, dimostrando come ogni individuo possa contribuire al cambiamento. Anna Laura Migliorati è una coach e mentore della femminilità consapevole. Da anni si dedica a progetti che uniscono crescita interiore, bellezza e impegno per un mondo più armonico.Ambasciatrice della Fondazione Cuore Verde in Costa d’Avorio, ha partecipato attivamente al progetto della Grande Muraglia Verde in Senegal, un’iniziativa africana di riforestazione e rinascita che attraversa il continente per restituire vita ai luoghi colpiti dalla desertificazione.La sua esperienza sul campo l’ha portata a riflettere sul potere della rigenerazione — non solo della Terra, ma anche dell’animo umano. Oggi diffonde quel messaggio attraverso i suoi percorsi e progetti di consapevolezza e rinascita, dove la trasformazione personale diventa specchio di quella collettiva.Crede che ogni gesto consapevole, ogni parola e ogni atto d’amore possano essere un seme di trasformazione — per sé stessi, per gli altri e per il pianeta. 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

If you've ever watched your audience mentally check out during your carefully crafted presentation, you're not alone. Fern Chan shares how trading PowerPoint purgatory for burlesque vulnerability transformed her from presentation expert to genuine connector - and how you can do the same. Meet Fern Chan, the presentation Jedi Master and bestselling author of "How to NOT Suck at Presentations" This sassy mompreneur ditched her 9-5 in higher education to become the force behind Fern Chan Ventures, where she transforms business leaders, entrepreneurs, and educators into presentation powerhouses. Fern has graced the stages of the UN in Vienna and New York. She's the founder and CEO of Fern Chan Ventures, where she combines her 15+ years of experience in adult education with a hefty dose of sass and Star Wars references to transform nervous presenters into confident communication Jedi. When she's not dropping knowledge bombs at the UN in Vienna and New York or empowering fellow moms to conquer the business world, you'll find her hogging the karaoke mic or nose deep in historical whodunnits. With the badassery of Leia and the wisdom of Yoda, Fern is on a mission to banish boring PowerPoints to a galaxy far, far away, and restore energy and enthusiasm in the audience. 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 honest and heartfelt talk, Ishana Swami opens up about growing up quiet in a world that celebrates loudness. From overthinking and self-doubt to the small, brave moments that changed her, she shares how books, detours, deep friendships, and quiet victories helped her realise she was never “too much” or “not enough”—just wired differently. Through gentle humour and deep reflection, she invites us to embrace our own wiring, trust our softness, and find confidence in simply showing up. A reminder that even the quietest voices carry wonder, strength, and a story worth hearing. Ishana Swami (14) is a curious and observant young learner who finds meaning in the smallest details of everyday life. She won the IIHM Young Chef India Junior Regional Award and was selected among the top 60 girls in India for the AGMNC Math Camp. Beyond academics, she explores creativity through writing, cooking, and adventure — believing that being “wired differently” is where imagination and courage truly begin to flourish. 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

Gerardo Semprebon esplora come il design e l'architettura possano rispondere all'emergenza climatica. Attraverso progetti innovativi e approcci rigenerativi, dimostra come gli spazi che abitiamo possano diventare parte della soluzione, non del problema. Architetto e ricercatore presso il Politecnico di Milano, dove ha conseguito il dottorato di ricerca in collaborazione con la Shanghai Jiao Tong University.Si occupa di architettura contemporanea e di strategie progettuali per la rivitalizzazione di insediamenti rurali. Svolge attività di ricerca e didattica sul tema della progettazione architettonica sia al Politecnico di Milano che alla Xi’an Jiao Tong University. 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