Logistics Director of TEDxUofT

In my second year at the University of Toronto in 2022, I embarked on an exciting journey with TEDxUofT, where I took on the role of Logistics Director. This was a milestone for me, as I became the first individual to be directly admitted to a directorial position and the sole second-year director on the team. However, the backdrop of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic presented unique challenges. The organization had not hosted any in-person events for several years, and all team members with experience in such events had graduated. This meant that our team was essentially starting from scratch, facing hurdles in terms of both team dynamics and event execution.

Fortunately, I found myself surrounded by an incredibly enthusiastic and talented team. Together, we poured our collective efforts into orchestrating the 2023 "Radiance" TEDxUofT conference, a monumental undertaking featuring 12 speakers, 3 performers, and an audience of 500. I'm immensely proud to share that our event received the prestigious accolade of "2023 Event of the Year" from UTSU. One of our remarkable speakers, Dr. Monica Vermani, made a significant impact with her speech, amassing over 260,000 views and counting on YouTube.

As an organizer, there is nothing more rewarding than witnessing the positive reception and inspiration our event has generated. It extends beyond the university campus, resonating with individuals from diverse fields in society. This aligns perfectly with TED's mantra of 'Ideas worth spreading,' and it fuels my determination to continue fostering brilliant ideas and inspiring people through our TEDxUofT platform.