Previous Eminent Speakers Hosted by TEDxSIBMBengaluru
Over the years, TEDxSIBMBengaluru has been
known for the illustrious line-up of speakers and the spread of
thought-provoking ideas. This year, the theme is “Winds of Change”. Human
beings are driven by the urge to better their lives, work, relationships and
their surroundings and challenge the status quo. This constant strive to do
better has made change inevitable. Keeping this in mind, the speakers of this
year are distinguished individuals in their respective domains, who have
brought about winds of change and transformed the world around us.
In 2017, TEDxSIBMBengaluru hosted Major
General G.D. Bakshi, who shared inspiring stories about his journey as the
ADGPI of the Indian Army. Talking about his principles and standing up for what
is right, he emphasized on human rights, being the most important preamble. The
same year, Mr. Ehsaan Noorani mesmerized the audience with his tunes and spoke
about the power and importance of imagination and creativity in today’s world.
The right mix of old and new is what will take the next generation forward. While
our country struggles with basic issues of cleanliness and waste disposal, one
of the most crucial talks was held by Mr. Bindeshwar Pathak, founder of Sulabh
International Social Service Organization. He addressed the issue of open
defecation and sanitation problems faced by millions of citizens in our
country.
2018 was a spectacular year for
TEDxSIBMBengaluru. SIBM Bengaluru played host to Mr. Dabboo Ratnani, an icon in
the field of fashion photography. Mr Ratnani emphasized on the indispensable
role played by technology in our lives. He encouraged the audience to do
something new, something different, every day, and follow their dreams, no
matter what. The next in line was Mr. R.B. Barman, the then Chief Statistician
Officer of India. He talked about how different financial parameters are like
the eyes and ears of the country. According to Mr. Barman, the new ideas are
not difficult to implement, it is the old ideas which are difficult to
implement. One of the most engaging talks hosted by TEDxSIBMBengaluru was by
Mr. Sanjeev Kapoor, the most renowned celebrity chef of our country. He impressed
the audience with his determination to be the best in business. He has achieved
excellence in his field by being open to learning opportunities and by his
unmatched humility.
In 2019, TEDxSIBMBengaluru hosted eminent
speakers like Mr. Samir Soni and Ms. Diskit Angmo. Mr. Soni spoke about his
struggles at various stages in life and going from a shy boy to an actor who
transformed himself in front of the camera. Ms. Angmo spoke about her passion
for ice hockey, which took her from Ladakh to places around the world. She also
encouraged everyone to follow their dreams and come out of their comfort zones.
Lt. CDR Vartika Joshi, another speaker at TEDxSIBMBengaluru, skippered the
first All Woman Indian Naval crew to circumnavigate the globe. She gave an
inspiring and motivational speech, where she talked about what she learned from
her breathtaking journey against all odds, breaking stereotypes, onboard the
INSV Tarini.
This year, TEDxSIBMBengaluru has outdone
all the previous years, by inviting dignitaries like Mr. Krishnamurthy
Subramaniam, the Chief Economic Advisor to the Government of India, and Ms.
Neeta Lulla, one of the most celebrated names in the fashion industry, among
many others. Experience with us, the 9th Edition of
TEDxSIBMBengaluru, as we present to you 12 inspiring speakers, some exciting
performances and an audience that believes in Ideas Worth Spreading.