About Herb
I am a…
Brainstormer, Business mentor, Entrepreneur, Event planner, Idea generator, Investor
Bio
Licenseholder for TEDxManchester.
Born in Brooklyn to Korean parents, I've been living in the UK since 1996. In addition to being a TEDster since 2006, I have also produced 50+ TEDx events.
My first experience with TED was at TED 2006 in Monterey, California and my life was forever changed. TED reconnected me with my love for learning and I've been an evangelist of TED and TEDx ever since.
In the UK I'm best known as an advocate for the tech scene across Northern England. My work has been featured as part of the MediaGuardian Top 100 and Wired Magazine's Top 100 lists.
I'm passionate about
Being a great dad
TED & TEDx
Innovation
Converting great ideas into reality
Northern England
An idea worth spreading
I used to pursue comfort as a main goal in life.
Post-TED I realise that the pursuit of challenge may actually be the meaning of life.
Things you might not know
Assembling sheds & IKEA furniture, arranging travel plans, hitting draws off the golf tee, finding talented folks, writing, creating brand names.