TED Community

Ideas spread because of people. (And a little help from the Internet.) Meet members of TED's global online community.

Germaine Yokoyama-Heiliger

Germaine Yokoyama-Heiliger

Aspen, Colorado, United States
Dostonbek Yokubov

Dostonbek Yokubov

Adela Yolanda Sekarningtyas

Adela Yolanda Sekarningtyas

Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Mubariz Yolchiyev

Mubariz Yolchiyev

Baku, Azerbaijan
I like computer technology, working out, riding a bike, drawing, and reading. I am passionate about communicating with different people.
Christine Yoldas

Christine Yoldas

Bursa, Turkey
Christine Yoldas

Christine Yoldas

Oğulcan Yoldaş

Oğulcan Yoldaş

Umutcan Yoldaş

Umutcan Yoldaş

Laurie Yoler

Laurie Yoler

Palo Alto, California, United States
Helping entrepreneurs, engineers and scientists to make a difference in the world. Creating and supporting more diverse boardrooms, investors and founders.
Sude Yolsal

Sude Yolsal

Feyy Avilla  Yolwans

Feyy Avilla Yolwans

Surabaya, Indonesia
Özlem Önce Yön

Özlem Önce Yön

Turkey
Defri Yona

Defri Yona

Indonesia
Mariana Yonamine

Mariana Yonamine

Logan Yonavjak

Logan Yonavjak

Durham, North Carolina, United States
I am passionate about redesigning the way capital moves to build a regenerative and equitable future. At the core of my work is a deep belief that financial systems—when structured intentionally—can drive real, lasting impact at the intersection of nature, technology, and people. Much of my career has been spent navigating the space between innovation and investability—helping structure funds, diligence investments, and commercialize cutting-edge solutions that address pressing environmental and social challenges. Whether working with private equity, family offices, or venture-backed startups, I’ve seen firsthand how capital can be both a catalyst and a barrier. Too often, the best solutions—whether in sustainable agriculture, ocean technology, or biodiversity finance—struggle to attract the right type of investment because traditional financial models aren’t built to value their long-term benefits. That’s what drives me. I thrive on finding, funding, and scaling solutions that challenge the status quo—helping unlock new forms of capital that drive systemic change. I’m deeply engaged in the world of nature-based solutions, from climate-smart agriculture to ocean and forestry investments. But I also see finance as a living system—one that needs to evolve beyond outdated extractive models. Impact investing shouldn’t just mitigate harm; it should regenerate ecosystems, empower communities, and create more resilient economies. I am equally passionate about mentorship, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing. The most transformative ideas rarely emerge in isolation; they come from diverse, interdisciplinary communities. Whether advising startups, contributing to research, or designing investment strategies, I believe in democratizing access to capital, breaking down silos, and aligning financial incentives with long-term sustainability. At the heart of it all, I’m driven by the belief that finance can be a force for good—but only if we reimagine how it works. I want to be part of that reimagination. Whether through structuring innovative funds, advising early-stage impact ventures, or shaping capital flows toward regenerative systems, my passion is in turning bold ideas into scalable financial solutions that benefit both people and the planet.
Jackie Yondo

Jackie Yondo

Enabling business through technology
Misheel Yondonvaanchig

Misheel Yondonvaanchig

Sachiko Yoneda

Sachiko Yoneda

Kana Yoneyama

Kana Yoneyama

Himeji, Japan
Lee  Yong

Lee Yong

Shah Alam, Malaysia
danith yong

danith yong

Taverny, France
New technology, Internet, Personal development, Nintendo
Ed Yong

Ed Yong

Kyle Yong FL

Kyle Yong FL

KL, Malaysia
Ginger Yong

Ginger Yong