Our team throughout the years

I’m a positive thinker, always trying to make the best of a bad situation. I love thinking and talking about complex and deep topics and I’m convinced that our ideas become truly great through others. Start a conversation with me about psychology or philosophy over some Belgian beers and I’m hooked!

Communication sciences student with a professional bachelor in Marketing and Data. TEDx gives voices to a lot of topics that are not enough talked about and to share knowledge. I want to contribute to this event and leave a small mark in future generations.

I am a first year PhD student at the KU Leuven, specialising in salmonella infections. I don’t only investigate new concepts for my own research, i also love to explore innovative ideas and learn about the world in my daily life. That’s why I started listening to TED talks and how I ended up in TEDxKULeuven. In my spare time I travel as much as possible and dance and go running to clear my mind.

After my MSc in Business Engineering I decided to go ahead and continue with a MSc in Electromechanical Engineering. Passionate about innovation and technology I decided to join TEDxKULeuven because I think ideas are worth spreading ! 

Soon-to-be anthropologist, experienced in international communications, marketing, and project design. I love volunteering, my plants, and the sun. You can probably find me at the library or no farther than a kilometer from the faculty of social sciences!

Creative Copywriter & Content Creator and occasional Freelance Translator. Passionate about languages (friends call me a language nerd), world literature, and writing, I graduated in 2020 with a MA in Western Literature at KU Leuven. Additional secret obsession: yoga and baking.

As a future Astrochemist, sports enthusiast, project manager, and former TEDx licensee and organizer, I joined TEDxKULeuven during my Chemistry master’s. TED talks and the community deeply inspired me, fueling my passion for sharing ideas, learning, and engaging with diverse perspectives.

Law student specialising in economic and private law and passionate art lover. The concept of creativity/creation has always intrigued me. TEDx is a space where creativity and sharing ideas is central. Being a part of TEDx  is a great way to gain more experience in public speaking by helping another as a speaker coach. 

Proud Latina women, in love of customer service, music, creativity, nature and human behavior. Always thinking how to be a better human and help others to improve their ideas, that’s what TEDx is about and I want to be part of it. Let’s have a talk!

I’m a positive thinker, always trying to make the best of a bad situation. I love thinking and talking about complex and deep topics and I’m convinced that our ideas become truly great through others. Start a conversation with me about psychology or philosophy over some Belgian beers and I’m hooked!

Law student specialising in private and economic law. TED talks have always been a source, not only of information, but also of inspiration for me. I strongly believe everyone should have access to qualitative educational content, which is why I joined TEDx. I love sports, whether on a ski slope or on a tennis court.

I am a first year PhD student at the KU Leuven, specialising in salmonella infections. I don’t only investigate new concepts for my own research, i also love to explore innovative ideas and learn about the world in my daily life. That’s why I started listening to TED talks and how I ended up in TEDxKULeuven. In my spare time I travel as much as possible and dance and go running to clear my mind.

After my MSc in Business Engineering I decided to go ahead and continue with a MSc in Electromechanical Engineering. Passionate about innovation and technology I decided to join TEDxKULeuven because I think ideas are worth spreading ! 

Soon-to-be anthropologist, experienced in international communications, marketing, and project design. I love volunteering, my plants, and the sun. You can probably find me at the library or no farther than a kilometer from the faculty of social sciences!

Creative Copywriter & Content Creator and occasional Freelance Translator. Passionate about languages (friends call me a language nerd), world literature, and writing, I graduated in 2020 with a MA in Western Literature at KU Leuven. Additional secret obsession: yoga and baking.

I am an international student at the campus in Brussels, with a passion for education and lifelong learning. Communication is often the key to any closed door, that’s why I love to chat and meet new people. In my free time you find me either on the bike, in the pool or running around somewhere.

Law student specialising in economic and private law and passionate art lover. The concept of creativity/creation has always intrigued me. TEDx is a space where creativity and sharing ideas is central. Being a part of TEDx  is a great way to gain more experience in public speaking by helping another as a speaker coach. 

I love deep, meaningful conversations, which is why I’m a huge podcast fan. Like the rest of the team, I’m eager to build an engaging weekly show. When I’m not listening to podcasts, I’m cycling through the cobbled hills of my Flemish Ardennes or playing squash to unwind.

Passionate about creating images since I was a kid. This ranges from photography, to creating posters and moving images. I just love to visualise people’s ideas and bring them to life, it’s like explaining things without needing words.

Naman Agarwal is a finance major at KU Leuven, active in student communities and sustainability initiatives. For him, TEDx is a space where diverse voices share ideas and experiences. He currently manages finances at TEDxKULeuven .

I am a multimedia professional with expertise in communication projects and experience in television and editorial work. I am passionate about sculpting stories into an inspiring video. I’ll be overseeing the video and production of the event – from managing audio and video needs, photography, camera operators and the livestream.

Stefanie Van Moen is founder and speaker coach at Vox Consult. Passionate about voice and communication and slightly addicted to TED talks… I love to help speakers stretch their comfort zones to unleash the best speaker in them. Proud of my 2nd book-baby: ‘ Spreken met impact‘ published by Lannoo in 2020.

Dr. Syed Ali Shirazi holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from KU Leuven. He is a peace researcher, activist, and co-founder of PhD Society Leuven and PEARL VZW. At Bozar, he promotes interfaith harmony through annual Sufi music nights. He speaks internationally on religion, peace, and diversity, including at the European Parliament .