Andrea Stang founded The Hive after grappling with societal expectations for working mothers and stay-at-home parents, a struggle she believes contributed to many women leaving Wichita. Her

Andrea Stang founded The Hive after grappling with societal expectations for working mothers and stay-at-home parents, a struggle she believes contributed to many women leaving Wichita. Her personal experience with isolation and disillusionment in her career, coupled with recognizing similar feelings in other accomplished women, sparked her entrepreneurial journey.

The Hive is a women-focused coworking and community space designed for entrepreneurs and professionals seeking connection. Its mission is to foster authentic friendships and provide actionable support, helping women transform nascent ideas into successful ventures. Stang shares the importance of such a supportive environment in her TEDx talk.

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"A girl is worth nothing. That is what I was told for 17 years of my life. It was hard for me to accept, and even harder for me to ignore." These powerful words from Lesly Goh, Chief Technology

"A girl is worth nothing. That is what I was told for 17 years of my life. It was hard for me to accept, and even harder for me to ignore." These powerful words from Lesly Goh, Chief Technology Officer of the World Bank, introduce how technology transformed her life and career path.

Previously the Financial Services Industry Lead for Microsoft Asia Pacific, Lesly is recognized as a leader in FinTech, Artificial Intelligence, and Blockchain. She champions these technologies as a new frontier for disrupting traditional business models in financial services. Her insights were shared at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Nag Ashwin, an Indian film director and screenwriter, studied cinematography at The New York Film Institute. He began his career as an assistant director for films including ‘Nenu Meeku

Nag Ashwin, an Indian film director and screenwriter, studied cinematography at The New York Film Institute. He began his career as an assistant director for films including ‘Nenu Meeku Telusaa?’, ‘Leader’, and ‘Life is beautiful’. His short film, ‘Yaadon ki Baraat’, was selected for the Cannes Short Film Corner.

He made his directorial debut with ‘Yevade Subramanyam’, a critical and commercial success that earned him the Nandi award for Best Debut Director. He later wrote and directed ‘Mahanati’, a biographical drama about actress Savitri, which garnered critical acclaim and was a box office blockbuster.

This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Indigenous Innovation uniquely blends traditional wisdom with a futuristic vision. Diane Roussin, a passionate community leader, is dedicated to achieving pimadaziwin (the good life) for all

Indigenous Innovation uniquely blends traditional wisdom with a futuristic vision. Diane Roussin, a passionate community leader, is dedicated to achieving pimadaziwin (the good life) for all families and children. Her profound understanding of Indigenous issues and solutions is rooted in her strong identity and worldview. A proud member of Skownan First Nation, she currently lives in Winnipeg.

This presentation was given at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

While predictive algorithms aid shopping or entertainment, Dr. Hany Farid questions their place in the courthouse. The Dartmouth professor investigates the inherent dangers and potential biases of

While predictive algorithms aid shopping or entertainment, Dr. Hany Farid questions their place in the courthouse. The Dartmouth professor investigates the inherent dangers and potential biases of these recommendation engines when applied to the criminal justice system.

Farid, a digital forensics expert, emphasizes the critical need to balance an open internet with reining in online abuses, a complex task vital for healthy online communities. He is Chair of Computer Science at Dartmouth and a Senior Adviser to the Counter Extremism Project.

This discussion occurred at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Zou Shaokun, CEO of Huayu Yuandian, leads a team dedicated to integrating law and technology. Their concrete goal is to enhance legal industry productivity and drive innovation through this

Zou Shaokun, CEO of Huayu Yuandian, leads a team dedicated to integrating law and technology. Their concrete goal is to enhance legal industry productivity and drive innovation through this fusion.

With a diverse background as a Beijing prosecutor, private equity professional, and commercial lawyer specializing in foreign affairs, Zou possesses extensive legal experience and a broad technical vision. These experiences fuel his strong belief in the transformative potential of artificial intelligence within the legal field.

This presentation was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Everyone possesses unconscious bias, which can significantly influence how we treat others. Dr. Rehman Y. Abdulrehman, a consulting and clinical psychologist with LeadWithDiversity.com and founder

Everyone possesses unconscious bias, which can significantly influence how we treat others. Dr. Rehman Y. Abdulrehman, a consulting and clinical psychologist with LeadWithDiversity.com and founder of Clinic Psychology Manitoba, explores this topic. He also holds academic positions at the University of Manitoba and in Zanzibar.

This discussion was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. For more information, visit https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Gaurav Mehta, Founder and CEO of Dharma Life, will discuss "Unconventional Women Leaders." His social enterprise aims to improve the lives of society's poorest, and he also seed-funds innovative

Gaurav Mehta, Founder and CEO of Dharma Life, will discuss "Unconventional Women Leaders." His social enterprise aims to improve the lives of society's poorest, and he also seed-funds innovative ventures. Previously, he worked in private equity at General Atlantic.

Mehta's talk highlights how women entrepreneurs in rural India are challenging social and cultural norms. These women, historically denied their rights, are now generating income, delivering social impact products, and earning respect as community leaders and true agents of change.

This presentation was given at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.