Tedx highlighting ideas worth spreading

By: Rachita Sharma, Managing Editor | Thursday, 20 July 2023

American author, founder of Collegiate EmPowerment, creator of The Inspiration Book Series, Anthony J. D’Angelo has famously said, “Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow.” For someone who is credited to spark a revolution in American higher education Anthony J. D’Angelo had a deep understanding of learning. It is only those who keep learning, who actually grow and evolve in life.

TED, a nonpartisan nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas is an organization committed to helping common people across the world, learn and grow. Founded in 1984 as a conference where technology Entertainment and Design came together, TED today has evolved to become a facilitator of thought and idea exchange through the world.

One of TED’s most recognized projects is TEDx, a grassroots initiative, created in the spirit of TED’s overall mission to research and discover “ideas worth spreading.” It primarily conducts TEDx events across the world, with a vision to bring thought leaders to speak to local communities around the globe. These events are organized by passionate individuals who seek to uncover new ideas and to share the latest research in their local areas that spark conversations in their communities.

In the current edition of Women Entrepreneur magazine, we introduce you to some inspirational women who have not only achieved great success in their respective fields, but have also given TEDx talks to further disseminate their ideas and thoughts. In this magazine edition meet Preethi Shanker, a Montessori educator, certified professional storyteller, entrepreneur, and TEDx speaker with over 7 years of experience working with children. As the founder of Mammadoo and co-founder of I Spy Hope, Preethi is passionate about equipping parents and children with fun and effective tools to learn and manage emotions and social relations.

She is joined by Monique Ong, Chairman, MINDNATION. From working at Fortune's top 500 companies like P&G, Uniqlo, and Facebook, to founding her own mental healthcare company, MINDNATION, Monique has always proved her potential. As a TEDx speaker and director of TBI Spark, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating awareness and support for Traumatic Brain Injury warriors and caregivers, she is helping to empower others and make a positive impact on the world.

The edition also tells the story of Namrata Rupani, Head- Brand & Design Practice, Strategic Growth Advisors. With a graduate in Dentistry from Christian Dental College, Ludhiana; a fellowship in Aesthetic Dentistry, Germany; and Diploma in Pediatric Surgery, she is also passionate about brands and designing, hence leading Strategic Growth Advisors as a recognized branding & designing leader. Fearless Photographer and Telangana state award are some accolades for her achievement. Vaishali Gandhi Shah, Co-Founder, Srujna & Life Coach is another woman leader highlighted in the magazine edition. Vaishali, an MBA graduate from NMIMS, is a Tedx speaker and Life Coach. With a track record of coaching over 250 participants worldwide, many have achieved success as entrepreneurs, leaders, and achievers.

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