Ben Steinmetz delves into his life’s experiences, as he travelled to various countries, reflecting on leadership, challenges, and the values that guide him. Through candid storytelling and deep insight, he encourages listeners to travel and define its value and impact on their own terms. Benjamin Steinmetz, a junior at Canterbury School. Ben was born in Mongolia and has lived a truly global life. He lived in 13 countries before moving to Fort Wayne this year. At just 16 years old, he brings a unique perspective shaped by his international experiences. Outside of academics, he expresses his creativity and discipline through music, playing both the piano and guitar. 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

Doyoung Kim shares his journey, insights, and transformative experiences to inspire audiences to rethink their approach to creativity, purpose, and resilience. With compelling stories and actionable takeaways, Kim demonstrates how looking at small pieces of information in the context of its neighbors can help us analyze big data and lead to meaningful impact. Doyoung is a senior at Canterbury School. After moving to the US from Korea in 2024 he has developed strong skills in data analysis and research, with expertise in algorithms and geographic information systems (GIS). His accomplishments include conducting research on the KNN algorithm and leading data-driven projects using GIS to analyze complex datasets. Academically, he has pursued rigorous coursework and independent projects that have further strengthened his foundation in data science and research methodology. Doyoung is passionate about applying data science to solve real-world problems and hopes to continue expanding this interest in college and beyond. Outside of academics, he enjoys sports and creative projects, which he feels keeps him balanced and motivated. 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