Theme: Headstrong in Haze

TEDxIITKanpur is an independently organized TEDx event hosted by the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, aiming to emulate the unique TED experience by bringing together leading thinkers and doers to share their passions and ideas.

Outreach Auditorium
IIT Kanpur
Kalyanpur
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, 208016
India

Amandeep Singh

Content Creator

A great storyteller

Amar Khanna

Entrepreneur

Amar Khanna is a funds and portfolio advisor with over three years of professional experience and a background in trading and investing since college. He runs a trading community focused on helping individuals understand the stock market, covering topics like price action trading, chart analysis, and risk management. His courses combine theoretical concepts with real-time application and emphasize disciplined investing for long-term growth. Amar’s approach is shaped by years of hands-on experience across long-term investing, swing trading, and options trading.

Amresh Pratap Yadav

Storyteller

Amresh Pratap Yadav is an employer branding strategist with a focus on building authentic, future-ready brands that resonate from the inside out. With deep expertise in digital trends, recruitment marketing, and employee experience, he approaches employer branding as a strategic function that shapes culture, influences perception, and strengthens engagement. His work spans Employer Value Proposition (EVP) development, DEI initiatives, social media strategy, campus engagement, and corporate influencer programs. Amresh is driven by the belief that branding is not just an external promise—it’s an internal reality that starts with empowered, engaged employees.

Arpita Sharma

Architect

As the award-winning founder and principal architect at Atelier Astil, my focus lies in steering the firm through innovative design projects that have garnered recognition, including the "Most Futuristic & Trendsetter Architecture & Interior Design Firm" accolade. Atelier Astil has significantly contributed to our standout premium residential and commercial projects across the Globe. The team and I are dedicated to shaping spaces that not only reflect visionary aesthetics but also embrace functional innovation to create an impact on the world Atelier Astil’s efforts reflect a deeper mission: to rethink resources, reduce waste, and create spaces that inspire and endure. Atelier Astil as not only positioned the studio as a beacon of innovation but also as a force driving meaningful change in the industry. This is not just design; it is a legacy of responsibility and a commitment to building a greener future for generations to come.

Neha Agrawal

Educator

Neha Agrawal is one of India’s leading Math educators for IIT-JEE and engineering entrance exams, with over 16 years of experience and more than 5 million students taught. A former top Math teacher at BYJU’S and Vedantu, she holds a B.Sc. (Hons.) and M.Sc. in Mathematics from Delhi University. Neha has been awarded by the HRD Ministry, featured in The Hindu Business Line, and recognized by Oxford Economics as a prominent and impactful educator in India’s EdTech space.

Resha Jain

Entrepreneur

Resha Jain is a data-driven content strategy, marketing, and communication specialist with over 16 years of cross-industry experience, including 11+ years in the e-commerce sector. She has led content creation, automation, and distribution across formats for fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands. Her expertise spans e-commerce P&L, brand partnerships, influencer and digital marketing, PR, and social media strategy. Resha has worked closely with both traditional media and emerging content platforms to drive brand growth. She is also skilled in hiring, managing, and mentoring large teams with a focus on collaborative leadership.

Saumya Pandey

IAS

IAS Saumya Pandey, a dynamic civil services officer, achieved a national rank of 4 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination in her first attempt, and is known for her compassionate nature, as seen in a viral video where she sat on the ground to talk with an elderly, crippled man.

Sibasish Missra

Entrepreneur

Sibasish Misra is a multi-faceted entrepreneur and TEDx speaker with a passion for transforming industries through technology and innovation. His professional journey—from a corporate role to founding his own venture—reflects a deep belief in problem-solving and building systems that create real impact. With years of experience in the hospitality and tech space, Sibasish brings a strategic, people-first approach to leadership. He is particularly focused on enabling growth for businesses by simplifying complex processes and making technology more accessible. His work is driven by a vision to create seamless, transparent, and user-friendly experiences in service-oriented sectors. Beyond his entrepreneurial pursuits, Sibasish is an advocate for future-forward thinking and continues to mentor aspiring leaders and startups navigating the evolving business landscape.

Vaishnavee Maanay

Entrepreneur

Vaishnavee is the Head of the Media Department at BNM Institute of Technology, Bangalore, where she brings together strategic thinking, academic research, and a commitment to student development. With a strong foundation in media and communication, she actively mentors students and fosters innovation in the classroom. Beyond academia, she is the co-founder of The Big Barn Farm, an initiative that encourages children to reconnect with nature through immersive agricultural experiences. She also co-founded Skill Bot, a platform designed to equip young learners with future-ready skills through curated learning modules and interactive engagement. Vaishnavee’s work reflects her belief in experiential learning, sustainability, and empowering the next generation through education and community-driven initiatives.