About
TEDxWHU
TED is a global conference devoted to ideas worth spreading.
The conference started out in 1984 bringing together people from three worlds: Technology, Entertainment, Design. Since then, its scope has become even broader. TED talks are filmed and published through the official TED channels, reaching millions all around the world. TEDx events are in the spirit of TED's mission but independently organized under an official TEDx license. WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management is a leading business school located in Vallendar/Koblenz. It is continuously ranked among the best business schools in Europe. TEDxWHU is designed to stimulate dialogues through TED-like experiences. Live presenters spark deep conversation and connections. The TEDxWHU event is fully planned and coordinated by students of WHU and takes place at the Vallendar Campus.
Ideas worth spreading
At TEDxWHU we aim to give a stage to individuals that shape the future of our world. Become inspired by the thought provoking, groundbreaking and unique ideas from all around the world. TEDxTalks cover a diverse range of topics ranging from technology, extreme sports to environmentalism and global issues.
Become inspired by ideas worth spreading at TEDxWHU!
Learn, grow and connect
At TEDxWHU, you will not only experience a day of speeches, but also get the opportunity to connect and interact with speakers and other participants. Engage in discussions with open-minded and likeminded individuals and become a part of a growing international network of individuals.
Words from our academic Director Prof. Dr. Holger Ernst
Hello and a very warm welcome to our TEDx event at WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management!
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TEDx at WHU gathers individuals with diverse backgrounds, ideas, and visions to immerse in inspiring stories and groundbreaking concepts. This makes WHU the perfect host for a TEDx event: a place where excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and the courage to forge new paths come together. Our core values – innovation, internationality, and community – are reflected in everything you will experience during this event.
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TEDx is about sharing ideas worth spreading, broadening horizons, and discovering new perspectives. This perfectly aligns with what we foster every day here at WHU: a unique blend of knowledge, creativity, and passion to shape the future.
TEDx at WHU welcomes a set of great speakers, who have the courage to share their visions and personal journeys with us. They will inspire us with their stories and their voices will spark conversations and ignite ideas that may reach even far beyond this event. I want to thank our dedicated TEDx at WHU team that has poured all their energy and enthusiasm into recruiting excellent speakers and organizing this event – a wonderful example of the initiative and teamwork that define the WHU community.
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I invite you to join the TEDx at WHU event and to experience this day not just as listeners, but as active participants – thinking, questioning, and engaging with one another. The best ideas often arise through dialogue – a philosophy that is deeply embedded in WHU's culture.
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I encourage you to dive into a day filled with inspiration, curiosity, and unforgettable moments. Be part of this special experience – and let yourself be inspired. I wish you a truly inspiring TEDx experience and a fantastic day at WHU!
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Warm regards,
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Prof. Dr. Holger Ernst