Theme: Out of the Box Brilliance

The theme of our upcoming TEDx Talks is Out of the Box Brilliance. This year's theme encapsulates the essence of pushing past limitations, embracing diverse perspectives, and cultivating a mindset that thrives on unconventional ideas. It explores the journey of those who have dared to think differently, defy limitations, and harness their unique perspectives to spark transformative change.

The "Out of the Box Brilliance" will showcase the power of embracing uncharted territory.

TEDxNazarbayev University 2023 invites you to take a step into the unknown to discover unconventional ideas and experiences.

Orange Hall
53 Qabanbay Batyr Avenue
Astana, Astana, 020000
Kazakhstan

Adina Kadyrova

Adina Kadyrova is a student at Nazarbayev University majoring in biological sciences. She is an aspiring scientist who has worked on several research projects and is currently focused on molecular medicine.

Adiya Kakim

Adiya Kakim is a talented artist, originally from Kazakhstan. She is a student at the Kazakh National University of Arts. At the heart of her creativity lies a deep social consciousness. Adiyas' artistic expressions reverently pay homage to her native Kazakh culture and the storied history of Asia. With her brush, she deftly illuminates pressing social issues such as corruption, domestic child abuse, and feminism, channeling her profound understanding and empathy into thought-provoking works of art that stir public consciousness and advocate for positive change.

Aleksandr Panev

Chief Data Officer at Okko digital entertainment platform. Makes data improve business by inspiring data-people and identifying business needs. Husband, father of two girls and Phd in math.

Aliya Dikombaeva

Aliya Dikombaeva is a Business Trainer, Professional Coach and Member of CIS Speakers Association striving for empowering people and businesses to build healthy communications and long-lasting relationships.

Bilge Uzun

Prof. Dr. Psychotherapist, Psychodramatist, Book Author

Irina Barzhak

Irina Barzhak is a conflictologist and social psychologist. Irina is also a president of the International Association of Psychologists (IATC&OT). Additionally, she is an author of five books.

Lidia Muraveva

Lidia Muraveva has worked in banking as a risk manager. Lidia was almost 30 when she realized that it was time to change occupation and started new career in e-commerce from scratch. In 5 years she passed a challenge from business analyst to director of customer experience. One year ago started her new role as director of perfect transactions in British retail.

Michael Bechtel

Dr. Michael J. Bechtel is Assistant Professor of History at Nazarbayev University. Michael specializes in the history of Central Eurasia, the evolution of states and empires, and the role of history in the formation of identity. In his teaching, he tries to impart two fundamental lessons to his students. First, that the past only matters if it helps us to understand the present. Second, how we understand our histories shapes the way we make our futures.

Tatiana Vetrova

Tatiana Vetrova is a candidate of Economic Sciences, expert in personal branding, author of the ID code method of creating a personal brand, and an associate professor of the Marketing Department at the Higher School of Business.

Vera Veselova

Vera Veselova describes herself as a happy woman, mom and dancer. Doctor with more than 10 years of experience in surgery. Currently working with medical equipment and helping doctors to carry out an accurate diagnosis.