Japneet Khanna

Brainstormer, Event planner, Explorer, Idea generator, Student

I am currently in 3rd year, pursuing Computer Engineering at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology. I am a passionate communicator and tech enthusiast. As the Lead Organizer of TEDxTIET, with a strong sense of ownership, I love taking the spark of an idea and follow through with vision. From curating speakers to anchoring large scale events and leading student teams, I have developed a sense of human thinking and innovation. I have experience across event management, tech projects and public speaking. I believe in the power of stories to ignite minds and move people towards meaningful change.

I am passionate about being able to communicate, connect and create something that leaves an impact. Whether it's speaking on stage, curating ideas through TEDx or leading a team, I love bringing something meaningful together. I enjoy working on things that involve creativity, leadership and thought. I am also someone who believes in staying true to yourself and creating space for others to do the same. For me, passion shows up in the moments where I feel connected.

In a world constantly trying to define who we should be whether it's through expectations,social standards or comparisons, the best thing we can do is to simply be ourselves. My idea worth spreading is this: you don't have to earn the right to be yourself, you already are enough. Self love isn't about being perfect, It's about being real. It's about embracing your insecurities, owning your story, and choosing to show up as you every single day. I have learned that confidence doesn't always mean being the loudest in the room, sometimes it's about quietly choosing yourself over and over again, even when it's hard. This is the idea I believe in: be your own person. Love yourself through it all and remember that you were never meant to blend in. You were born to stand out.

Anchoring and Hosting, Data Science, Event Management, Leadership, Public Speaking, Speaker Curation, Team Building

My TEDx journey started with pure curiosity and a desire to be part of something meaningful. Back when I joined, I didn't fully realize how deeply it would impact me. I was drawn to the idea of bringing powerful stories to life and being part of a team that believes in ideas worth spreading. From helping with small tasks to now leading the team as the Organizer, it's been a journey full of growth. TEDxTIET has given me space to explore everything I love whether it's communication, leadership or creativity. More than just organizing an event, it's become a space where I have discovered new sides of myself and built something that matters.

Most people see the confident and on-stage version of me, the one who hosts events or lead teams but what many people don't realize is that I am actually good at staying calm when everything is going wrong behind the scenes. I can keep my cool, think clearly and handle pressure in moments when most people panic. I am also someone who quietly observes. I notice even the smallest things and that helps me adjust, connect and handle things in a better way. I have a strong memory for random details and often it's those little things that end up saving the day.