Ideas Beyond

Boundaries

Join us at TEDx ST PAULS COLLEGE 2026, an independently organized TEDx event that brings together remarkable individuals from diverse fields to share ideas that inspire curiosity, spark conversations, and create meaningful change.

Through compelling talks, creative performances, and immersive experiences, TEDx ST PAULS COLLEGE offers a platform where ideas transcend boundaries and connect communities

About the Event

Where Ideas Inspire Action

TEDx ST PAULS COLLEGE 2026 is a celebration of ideas, innovation, and human potential. Hosted at ST PAULS COLLEGE, Bengaluru, this independently organized TEDx event brings together educators, entrepreneurs, artists, researchers, social leaders, students, and changemakers whose experiences challenge conventional thinking and encourage fresh perspectives.

The event is designed to create an environment where curiosity thrives, conversations flourish, and ideas inspire action. Through powerful storytelling, thought-provoking discussions, and engaging performances, participants will experience ideas that encourage learning, collaboration, and positive social impact.

Theme

Ideas Beyond Boundaries

Boundaries often define the limits of what we know - but every significant breakthrough begins by moving beyond them.
Ideas Beyond Boundaries celebrates the power of imagination, courage, and innovation to transcend barriers across disciplines, cultures, technology, media, education, business, and society. This year’s theme invites speakers and audiences alike to explore how transformative ideas emerge when we question assumptions, embrace diversity of thought, and connect perspectives across different fields. It is an invitation to think beyond limitations and discover possibilities that inspire meaningful change.

About TED

TED is a nonprofit organization devoted to discovering and sharing ideas that spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and inspire action. Through short, carefully curated talks delivered by experts and innovators from around the world, TED provides a global platform for ideas that have the power to change perspectives and improve lives.

About TEDx

TEDxs a program of independently organized local events licenses by TED. These events are designed to bring communities together to experience TED-style talks and performances while encouraging meaningful conversations and the exchange of ideas at the local level.
Although independently organized, every TEDx event follows TED’s principles of intellectual curiosity, diversity of perspectives, and ideas worth spreading.

Why Attend TEDxST PAULS COLLEGE?

TEDxSTPAULSCOLLEGE2026 is an opportunity to experience a day filled with inspiration, learning, and meaningful connections.

Participants will have the opportunity to:

Listen to inspiring talks from accomplished speakers.
Discover innovative ideas shaping the future.
Engage with educators, entrepreneurs, artists, researchers, and industry professionals.
Network with students, professionals, and innovators from diverse backgrounds.
Explore perspectives that challenge assumptions and encourage creative thinking.
Become part of a growing community driven by curiosity, collaboration, and lifelong learning.

Our Speakers

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Ajaay Srinivaas

Founder, Nuance Studio

Ajaay Srinivaas is the Founder and Owner of Nuance Studio, with over 13 years of experience in design, material innovation, and luxury interiors. He specialises in introducing and leveraging Litheoz Concrete, an advanced Ultra-High-Performance Concrete technology, to create innovative, refined, and thoughtfully designed architectural and interior products. Driven by a passion for design and innovation, Ajaay combines advanced material knowledge, aesthetics, strategic planning, marketing, and business development to bring distinctive products to the Indian and global markets. Through Nuance Studio, he continues to explore the possibilities of engineered concrete to transform spaces and elevate luxury interiors and home décor.

Ananya Vinod

AI Researcher

Ananya Vinod is a Full Stack Developer at A.P. Moller–Maersk, AI Engineer, researcher, motivational speaker, and award-winning public speaker passionate about technology and human impact. At 19, she earned a place on the *Kaun Banega Crorepati* hot seat after outperforming millions of aspirants across India. She represented Bangalore Urban as a Youth Parliament Representative at Vidhana Soudha. A legal patent holder in Natural Language Processing, she has authored a Springer-published book chapter and IEEE publications. A National Champion of Speak for India, she has won numerous debate and public speaking championships and was named Best Delegate at the International Model United Nations in South Africa. At 21, she takes the TEDx stage to inspire meaningful ideas through AI, innovation, and storytelling.

Dr Mahantesh G Kivadasannavar

Founder Chairman, Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled

Dr. Mahantesh G. Kivadasannavar is the Founder and Managing Trustee of Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled and a globally recognized advocate for disability inclusion. A person with visual impairment himself, he has dedicated nearly three decades to empowering persons with disabilities through education, technology, employment, sports, and inclusive development. His pioneering work has transformed countless lives by championing innovation that makes society more accessible and equitable.

Gururaj Sreedhara

Writer & Wild Life Enthusiast

Gururaj Sreedhara is an educator, academic administrator, author, and environmental advocate with three decades of experience in education. He has trained over 2,000 Pre-University College Principals across Karnataka in ICT-enabled administration and classroom improvement. A passionate advocate for education and environmental protection, he has authored several Kannada books on Data Science, Panchayat Raj, Climate Change, and Civil Services. His contributions have earned him prestigious honours, including the Best Educator Award, Kannada Sevaratna Award, and Green Teacher Award.

Omkar GR

Student, ST PAULS COLLEGE

Omkar GR is a Mechatronics Junior Engineer, ATD-certified coach, NLP expert, author, and certified Emotional Intelligence professional, and a student at St. Pauls College, pursuing his bachelor’s studies in Psychology and Journalism. Passionate about personal transformation and human potential, Omkar empowers individuals to build self-awareness, regulate emotions, and unlock their potential through practical, human-centred approaches to personal growth. He is the author of Identity Shift, a book exploring personal transformation, identity, and the journey towards becoming a more conscious and empowered version of oneself. His work brings together psychology, emotional intelligence, coaching, NLP, and practical self-development to help people understand themselves better and create meaningful change.

Ramendra Kumar

Author, Storyteller and Motivational Speaker

What would you call someone who is a writer by passion, a storyteller by obsession, a perfect husband by aspiration, a dancer by inspiration, and a cancer warrior by determination? Most people would call him insane. He calls himself Ramen, short for Ramendra Kumar. Ramen has written 55 books, translated into 33 Indian and international languages. His titles published by the National Book Trust, India, have sold over 1.5 million copies. He has participated in international literary festivals and leading Indian events, including the Jaipur Literature Festival, and has received 41 All-India awards for children’s literature. He has also served as a jury member for The Times of India’s Women AutHer Awards and as a mentor with the Scholastic Writers Academy. His journey as a cancer warrior has been featured on global platforms. An engineer and MBA, he took voluntary retirement as General Manager (Corporate Communications) at SAIL.

Rev Fr Dr Joseph T C

Chairman, ST PAULS COLLEGE

Rev. Fr. Joseph T. C. is an author, visionary, and humble servant leader who has dedicated his life to the service of humanity. His journey reflects a deep commitment to education, compassion, human values, and holistic development. Known for his simplicity and grounded nature, he believes that true leadership is rooted in service, empathy, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Through his work and writings, he continues to inspire people to look beyond themselves and contribute to the greater good. As a visionary, he is committed to nurturing young minds and creating meaningful educational and social impact. His life reflects a simple philosophy: to lead is to serve, and to serve is to transform lives.

Revathi Kamath

Environmentalist

Revathi Kamath is an environmentalist, entrepreneur, philanthropist, landscaper, and accomplished Veena musician dedicated to creating meaningful social and environmental impact. Her work spans education, healthcare, environmental conservation, social welfare, and sustainable development. With a deep commitment to service, she has worked towards improving lives and supporting communities, particularly those in need. Beyond her professional and philanthropic contributions, Revathi has been a passionate Veena practitioner for over five decades. Her multifaceted journey reflects a harmonious blend of entrepreneurship, compassion, creativity, and social responsibility. Through her work, she continues to inspire sustainable living, community development, and positive change in society.

Saurabh Gupta

Co-Founder, FroGo

Saurabh Gupta is a technology entrepreneur, author, speaker, and product leader with over two decades of experience across psychology, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and business transformation. An alumnus of Harvard Business School and BITS Pilani, he began his journey as a psychology practitioner before moving into technology leadership roles at Oracle, GE, and Michelin. He is the co-founder of FroGo and founder of Codex, and the author of several books on technology, psychology, startups, and change management. A NEXT100 CIO Award recipient, Saurabh is a sought-after speaker and podcaster. His work explores how AI is transforming leadership, decision-making, human behaviour, and our understanding of what it means to be human.

Vaishnavi Bhupalam

CEO, Kinfluence Media

Vaishnavi Bhupalam is the Founder of Kinfluence Media, a seven-figure marketing agency that helps founders build influential personal brands and enables businesses to scale through influencer marketing. In less than 10 months, she has grown Kinfluence Media into a team of 10 and worked with more than 50 founders and brands across industries. Her entrepreneurial journey began after facing hundreds of rejections, an experience that taught her to stop waiting for opportunities and start creating them. Vaishnavi has been featured in multiple media publications and appeared in more than 10 YouTube interviews. Today, she is passionate about helping individuals and businesses leverage the internet to build credibility, create opportunities, and achieve financial independence. Her work sits at the intersection of personal branding, digital credibility, entrepreneurship, and influencer marketing.

Vishal Rajani

Founder, Synergos

Vishal Rajani is a marketer, entrepreneur, and brand builder with over 16 years of experience helping businesses build brands and drive growth. In 2010, he founded Synergos independently, driven by the conviction that digital marketing would transform the way businesses communicate and grow. Today, Synergos has grown into a 60+ member team working with leading B2B companies, FMCG brands, universities, and businesses across industries. The agency focuses on integrated digital marketing, brand communication, strategy, and design, with an emphasis on building lasting brand equity and measurable business growth. His entrepreneurial journey expanded through his passion for sport and endurance. After discovering the recovery brand Flowlife through cycling, he brought its products to India. This experience inspired him to create ATTIVI, a sports equipment brand designed specifically around the needs of Indian athletes.

Venue

St Pauls Auditorium
St Pauls Campus, E1, Nalagaddarenahalli, PeenyaBengaluru - 560073
Karnataka, India

Organisers

Rev Fr Dr Thomas MJ
Principal, ST PAULS COLLEGE

Rev Fr Rony Lewis
Administrator, ST PAULS COLLEGE

Dr Prashanth Venugopal
Licensee and Organizer - TEDxSTPAULSCOLLEGE

Ms Ananya N K | Dr Vinod Kumar D Chavan | Mr Shinos Aravind K A | Mr Shelly Jess Francis
Members

Student Council
ST PAULS COLLEGE

FAQs

Who can attend TEDxSTPAULSCOLLEGE?

The event is open to students, educators, professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, artists, and anyone interested in ideas that inspire change.

Do I need to register?

Yes. Registration is mandatory as seating is limited

Will certificates be provided?

Yes. All registered participants will receive certificates

Can I attend only one session?

All participants are encouraged to register and attend the complete event to fully experience the TEDx journey.

Will photography and videography take place?

Yes. The event will be photographed and recorded for documentation and promotional purposes.