After losing his voice to cancer, motivational speaker Shrenik Shah shares his profound journey of turning silence into strength. Using the metaphor of chess, he explains how he found a new, powerful voice and a renewed sense of purpose. This talk is an inspiring guide on how to play life's "masterstrokes" by embracing adversity, practicing acceptance, and focusing on a life of impact and conviction. Turned silence into strength after losing his voice to cancer, now inspiring thousands with a prosthetic voice. A global keynote speaker proving that presence, purpose, and power need no vocal cords. Believes the human spirit speaks loudest when it refuses to be silenced. 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 waste isn’t just a problem, but an opportunity? Thajudeen Aboobaker, Founder & CEO of Urban Trash, shares how he turned early failures into purpose and built a venture that reimagines B2B waste management with both innovation and compassion. From staggering statistics on waste generation to the hidden opportunities within them, his talk reveals how sustainability can drive entrepreneurship—and why each of us carries the responsibility to act for the planet we share. Thajudeen Aboobaker is the visionary Founder and CEO of Urban Trash, a pioneering B2B waste management enterprise committed to transforming environmental responsibility through innovation and technology. Guided by resilience and purpose, he turned early setbacks into the foundation for a company that redefines how businesses approach sustainability.Under his leadership, Urban Trash has grown into a trusted partner for organizations like Wipro and the Kerala Startup Mission, earning recognition for its intelligent waste management systems and community-driven impact. Thajudeen’s approach blends scientific insight with social consciousness, positioning Urban Trash at the intersection of innovation and environmental stewardship.Driven by the belief that sustainability is not just a choice but a shared duty, Thajudeen Aboobaker continues to lead with compassion, inspiring a future where technology, business, and humanity work together to build a cleaner, more responsible world. 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? Actress and entrepreneur Shruthi Rajanikanth shares her journey from failing exams to facing over a hundred rejections in auditions—only to transform each setback into reinvention. From her breakthrough role in Chakkappazham to launching The Perfume Project, her story proves that every “no” is not a verdict, but a rehearsal for a greater “yes.” Shruthi Rajanikanth is an Indian actress, model, radio jockey, and entrepreneur who has made a remarkable mark in the Malayalam entertainment industry. Hailing from the tranquil town of Alappuzha, she rose to fame with her captivating portrayal of Painkili in the popular sitcom “Chakkappazham,” a role that earned her immense love and recognition from audiences across the globe.A versatile talent, Shruthi’s artistic journey extends beyond acting. She is a trained dancer and a short film director, known for her creative depth and dedication to her craft. With an innate sense of charm and confidence, she has also built a strong social media presence, connecting with fans through glimpses of her professional achievements and personal experiences.Stepping into the world of business, Shruthi founded The Perfume Project, a venture born from her passion for fragrances and refinement. Her entrepreneurial spirit reflects her drive to explore new horizons and create meaningful experiences.Graceful, determined, and ever-evolving, Shruthi Rajanikanth continues to inspire as a woman who blends art, ambition, and authenticity, leaving an indelible mark wherever she goes 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

Can science be as thrilling as entertainment? Geo Joseph, the creator of M4 Tech, has captivated millions with his viral experiments that transform everyday objects into extraordinary innovations. In this talk, he takes us behind the scenes of his creative process, showing how curiosity and imagination can make learning exciting, inspire young minds, and spark innovation beyond the ordinary Geo Joseph is the creative force behind M4 Tech, one of Kerala’s most popular digital innovation channels. Renowned for transforming everyday objects into fascinating inventions, he blends science, creativity, and entertainment to inspire millions. Through his viral DIY experiments, thrilling challenges, and out-of-the-box ideas, Geo has redefined tech-based content creation in the Malayalam digital space. His journey reflects an unending curiosity and a belief in thinking beyond the ordinary — turning imagination into innovation. 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

Professor Ali Khan explores the gap between struggling and flourishing. Drawing from science, statistics and evidence-based insights, he unpacks how actions and experiences at work, including autonomy, clarity, support, pressure and prospects, shape us, our thriving, and our performance in the modern workplace. A founder CEO who has experienced the rollercoaster of startup life.Ali is also a Visiting Professor, helping to build the UK’s (and possibly the world’s) first Flourishing Zone. I’m on the Leadership Council of the AI for Human Flourishing at Harvard University, researching and evangelising the impact of AI on humans, and vice versa.Alongside other roles, Ali is a Flourishing practitioner, having developed scientific models that help us understand and harness the actual manifestation of flourishing in the form of performance and productivity.He has been the CTO and Scientific Officer at AXA’s Well-being unit, among many things, measuring human and population longevity and mental health across multiple countries. 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

To preserve agricultural cultural heritage and address the global food crisis, Li Zhong, the Chinese representative to the World Food Forum, proposed a three-step plan to empower traditional wisdom with digital technology. This plan involves using sensors and AI to digitally archive ancient knowledge, employing data analysis to optimize ecological models, and leveraging blockchain platforms to connect farmers with markets and increase their incomes . Li Zhong particularly emphasized that youth are a key force for change. He urged them to harness technologies like AI and big data to drive innovation, integrate agricultural cultural heritage with modern technology, and provide innovative solutions for achieving sustainable development goals. 为保护农业文化遗产和解决全球粮食危机，世界粮食论坛中国代表李众，提出数字技术赋能传统智慧的三步计划：通过传感器和AI数字化存档古老知识、用数据分析优化生态模式、借助区块链平台连接市场提升农民收益。李众特别强调青年是变革的关键力量，利用AI、大数据等技术推动创新，实现农业文化遗产与现代科技的融合，为实现可持续发展目标提供创新解决方案。 李众，博士，中国农业科学院海外农业研究中心国际合作项目主管，联合国粮农组织世界粮食论坛中国代表，研究方向为企业海外负责任投资研究、海外农业战略研究等。自2018年加入海外农业研究中心以来，主要负责国际合作项目管理和监测评估、援外培训和推广项目等，如国际农发基金南南合作项目，联合国粮农组织绿色农业发展项目，亚洲建设银行农业科技项目等。出版专著《中国农业企业海外负责任投资案例研究》、《世界农业丛书—北非农业》，参编多部“一带一路”国家农业发展国别报告，发表中英文核心期刊6篇。李众持有美国科罗拉多大学和中国农业大学经济学一等荣誉双学士学位、乔治华盛顿大学国际贸易与投资政策硕士学位，以及中央财经大学管理学博士学位。除其母语汉语外，李众持有中英翻译资格证书，掌握韩语（中级），西班牙语（初级）。 Li Zhong, Ph.D., Head of the International Cooperation Programs and Assistant Research Professor at the Center for International Agricultural Research (CIAR) of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS), with a research focus on China agricultural enterprise overseas responsible investment and international agricultural cooperation strategy research. He is also the China Representative at the World Food Forum, initiated by Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations. Since joining the Center for International Agricultural Research in 2018, he has mainly been responsible for managing and monitoring international cooperation projects, China-Aid training programs, including the South-South Cooperation project of the International Fund for Agricultural Development, the Green Agriculture Development project of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, and the Agricultural Technology project of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. He has published a monograph titled "Case Studies on Responsible Investment by Chinese Agricultural Enterprises Overseas" and co-authored the "World Agriculture Series – Agriculture in North Africa." and several other books; published five core journal articles in both Chinese and English. Li Zhong holds a dual bachelor's degree with Summa Cum Laude in economics from the University of Colorado and China Agricultural University, master's degree in International Trade and Investment Policy from George Washington University, and Ph.D. in Management from Central University of Finance and Economics in China. In addition to his native Chinese, Li Zhong is certicated Chinese-English Interpreter, with intermediate proficiency in Korean and conversational proficiency in Spanish. 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