TEDx Organizers
TEDx organizers around the world create grassroots, local events dedicated to spreading ideas within their communities, and beyond. Select any name to learn more about them and their events.
Jesse Maikarfi

Nat Mailhot
L'Ile Perrot, Quebec, Canada
l can confirm that this is my passion!!! The passion for this skill comes from a place of knowing what it’s like to be paralyzed with fear when one has to speak in front of a group. It also comes from a place of knowing how you can get better. They are both realities and helping teens become masters of their own speaking power is the true gift.
Teaching teens the art of public speaking to help them step into leadership roles with ease so they can do it in a way that actually feels good. The BEST part of my job?! I get to be a witness when the moment and when it finally gets to a breaking point, and students see the light that public speaking & presentations are the best and they need this skill all day, everyday! They are not all convinced but eventually they come to my side!

Kris Maillacheruvu
Peoria, Illinois, United States

Daniel Mailloux
Dartmouth, Massachusetts, United States

George Main

Melissa C Main
SCOTLAND, United Kingdom
I’m passionate about the idea that nature is a healer and that by reconnecting with it in mindful ways, we can unlock profound improvements in our mental health. In an age of constant distractions, where stress and anxiety have become commonplace, I believe the practices of our ancestors offer a timeless solution.
For me, this isn’t just about taking a walk in the park it’s about consciously returning to the land, listening to the rhythm of nature, and using these ancient practices to recalibrate our minds. Whether it's through slow walks in the forest, reconnecting with sacred rituals, or just spending time in the silence of the outdoors, these practices provide us with the peace and grounding we so desperately need.
I believe that nature’s healing powers are not just a luxury they are essential to our emotional well-being, and that we must make space for them in our daily lives
Kunz Mainali
Michael Maine
William Maio
Fabiana Maria Maioli

Edwin Mairena
Managua, Nicaragua

Konstantinos Maitianos
Heraklio, Greece
I am passionate about science and the research I pursue, exploring materials science and energy applications, and the impact they can have on the real world. Beyond the lab, I am deeply involved in volunteering, valuing the teamwork, creativity, and discipline it fosters. I also have a strong passion for basketball, having played for many years
Kadari Maitreyi

Orenda Maitri
Humboldt , California, United States
regenerative practices that sequester greenhouse gasses, and create a healthy environment.

Sushovon Maity
Ranchi, India
Traveling, cooking, movies, fictions
Gowrie Maiya
Bengaluru, India
Derf Maiz

Omar Majali
Kaisla Majapuro
Suzan Majeed
Amman, Jordan

Kayyum Majgawkar
Vienna, Austria
Innovative Ideas, Research, Technology
Mallaika Majid
Ellicott City, Maryland, United States

Umar Majid
Srinagar, India

Syeda Majida Bee
Kerala, India
I’m passionate about blending empathy with exploration. I find joy in understanding how things and people move in the physics of flow, the psychology of thought, and the art of collaboration. I love building spaces where ideas, emotions, and creativity can intersect from technical projects to community-driven events. For me, passion means staying curious, grounded, and open to perspectives that challenge the way I see the world.