Speaker - Balbir Singh
MBE-honoured Choreographer
Bridging Kathak & Contemporary Dance
MBE-honoured choreographer bridging classical Kathak and contemporary dance.
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UnmuTED
TEDx University of Leeds 2023
Where ideas become motion.
19 September 2023, 9:30 AM - 6:30 PMstage@leeds
About the Event
A premium TEDx day for ideas that cross boundaries.
Our inaugural event brought together students, academics, and industry leaders. Expect a careful blend of innovation, creativity, human connection, future thinking, and interdisciplinary perspectives from across Leeds.
9
Moments
4
Themes
1
Community
Itinerary
Event schedule
A structured day of talks, breaks, performances, and conversation, designed to keep momentum without feeling rushed.
09:00
Registration & Networking
Arrive, collect your pass, meet the community, and settle into the TEDx atmosphere.
10:00
Opening Remarks
A welcome from TEDx University of Leeds and an introduction to the theme: Convergence.
10:15
Session 1: Innovation & Humanity
Talks on technology, empathy, design, and the choices behind meaningful progress.
11:30
Coffee Break
Refreshments, conversation prompts, and a chance to connect with speakers and attendees.
12:00
Speaker Sessions: Systems in Motion
A curated block of live TEDx talks across science, business, culture, and society.
13:30
Lunch & Networking
A relaxed lunch period with space for interdisciplinary discussion and new introductions.
15:00
Creative Performances
Short performances exploring identity, movement, sound, and the creative energy of Leeds.
16:00
Closing Keynote
A final talk bringing together the day's ideas and asking what action comes next.
17:00
Reception
Informal reception, photos, speaker conversations, and community reflections.
Featured Speakers
Voices shaping the day
Speaker - Nick Holmes
Culture & Storytelling Consultant
The Science of Culture
Making work feel good again through the science of culture and storytelling.
Speaker - Professor Vania Dimitrova
AI Researcher
Building Human-Centred AI
Building human-centred AI that helps people decide, learn and grow.
Speaker - Gareth Timmins
Former Royal Marines Commando
Leadership & Decision-Making Under Pressure
Former Royal Marines Commando on leadership and decision-making under pressure.
Speaker - Sue Wickison
Botanical Illustrator
Charting the World's Plants
Botanical illustrator charting the world's plants from the Solomons to Nepal.
Speaker - Adityavarman Mehta
Global Health Diplomacy Researcher
Peace in Conflict Zones
Researching global health diplomacy as a path to peace in conflict zones.
Speaker - Lee McAteer
Entrepreneur
Building a £34m Global Brand Portfolio
The entrepreneur who turned £4,000 into a £34m global brand portfolio.
Speaker - Catherine Warr
Historian & Creator
British History for a Digital Generation
Historian and creator bringing British history to a digital generation.
Venue
stage@leeds
University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, United Kingdom
Arrive through the main campus entrance and follow event signage to registration.
Public transport is recommended. Nearby city-centre parking is available but limited.
FAQ
Before you arrive
What time do doors open?+
Doors open at 09:00 for registration, networking, and refreshments before the opening remarks.
Is registration required?+
Yes. Every attendee needs a registered ticket so the team can manage capacity and access.
Are refreshments included?+
Refreshments are planned during the morning break, lunch period, and reception.
Can students attend?+
Yes. Students, staff, alumni, and members of the wider Leeds community are welcome.
Is the event recorded?+
Selected talks may be recorded and published after the event, subject to speaker consent and production review.
Ideas Worth Spreading Start Here
Reserve your seat, bring your curiosity, and join the TEDx University of Leeds community for a day built around momentum.