Qazi Ali Imran

Consultant, Entrepreneur, Event planner, Foodie, Idea generator, Muslim, Student

I’m a second-year mechanical engineering student at Jamia Millia Islamia, which basically means I spend half my time with textbooks and the other half running around trying to make events happen. Right now, I’m heading the Events team at 180 Degrees Consulting. It’s been a ride from planning stuff down to the last detail to dealing with things that inevitably go wrong at the last minute. Before this role, I was part of the Events and Sponsorship Team, which is where I first realized I actually enjoy this chaos. Around the same time, I joined the Sponsorship Team at TEDxJMI. Honestly, I didn’t expect to learn as much as I did especially about how to talk to people, pitch ideas, and actually get them on board. It’s been one of those experiences that stays with you. More recently, I’ve been helping organize Talimi Mela: The Evighet. It’s an on-ground event, so there’s a lot of running around, coordinating with people, and figuring things out as we go. Stressful? Sometimes. Worth it? Absolutely. I’ve picked up bits of team leadership, communication, and sponsorship stuff along the way but honestly, the best part has just been working with people who care about what they’re doing.

There's one thing that pulls me in it's the feeling of being part of something that actually happens. Not just on paper, but in real life. Events, conversations, moments where people come together and something clicks. I like the chaos of planning stuff. The stress, the last-minute changes, the relief when it actually works. I like talking to people who know more than me, learning by messing up, and figuring things out on the fly. Also this might sound random, I really enjoy when a plan comes together. Could be an event, a pitch, or just getting a team to actually agree on something. That tiny win? Feels good. So yeah. I'm passionate about... making things real. With people who actually show up.

One idea I truly believe is worth spreading is that powerful ideas can come from anyone, not just experts or famous people. Many people around us students, teachers, small entrepreneurs, or even someone solving a local problem often have valuable insights and experiences. The problem is that these ideas usually remain unheard because there aren’t enough platforms where people feel comfortable sharing them. I think when people are given a chance to speak about what they have learned, struggled with, or discovered, it can inspire others in unexpected ways. Sometimes a simple idea or personal story can make someone look at a problem differently or motivate them to try something new. That is why I believe creating spaces where people can openly share ideas is important. When people listen to different perspectives, it encourages curiosity, understanding, and sometimes even new solutions to everyday challenges.

Communication, Corporate Sponsorships, Digital Marketing, Event Planning, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Sponsorship Generation, Sponsorship Relations, Strategic Partnerships, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Team Management

My TED Story I first came across TED Talks a few years ago while browsing videos online. At first it was just curiosity, but the more talks I watched, the more I realized how powerful simple ideas can be when they are shared in the right way. What fascinated me most was that people from completely different backgrounds scientists, students, entrepreneurs, and artists could all stand on one stage and share ideas that make people think differently. Over time, watching TED Talks became something I genuinely enjoyed. Some talks challenged the way I looked at problems, while others inspired me to think about how small ideas can create meaningful change. The concept of “Ideas Worth Spreading” started to feel very real to me. My connection with TED became much stronger when I had the opportunity to work with TEDxJMI 2025 as part of the Sponsorship Team. During that time, I worked closely with the executive board and other team members to help secure sponsorships and support the planning of the event. Being involved behind the scenes helped me understand how much dedication and teamwork it takes to make a TEDx event happen. Seeing the event come together from planning to execution was a memorable experience for me. It showed me how a platform like TEDx can bring people together to share ideas, start conversations, and inspire a community. Why I Want to Organize a TEDx Event The main reason I want to organize a TEDx event is because I believe many people around us have meaningful ideas and experiences that deserve to be heard. In every community there are students, innovators, and individuals with stories or insights that could inspire others, but they often don’t get the platform to share them. Having already worked with TEDxJMI, I’ve seen how powerful these events can be. They create a space where people can listen, learn, and think differently about the world around them. That experience made me want to take a more active role in creating such a platform. If given the opportunity to organize a TEDx event, my goal would be to bring together speakers with diverse perspectives and ideas that can encourage curiosity, discussion, and positive change. I want the event to be a place where people leave not just inspired, but also motivated to explore new ideas and possibilities. For me, organizing a TEDx event is not just about hosting talks it’s about creating an environment where ideas can connect people and spark meaningful conversations.

I'm not the loudest person in the room usually. But put me in front of people when something's actually happening ... an event, a stage, a moment that needs someone to just... hold it together and I surprise myself. It's not something I planned. It just happened. Backstage chaos, someone shoves the mic at you, and you realize... oh, this is actually fine. I can do this. The other thing people don't really know? I'm big on trekking. Not in a "look at my gear" way. More like I just really enjoy disappearing into the mountains for a bit. Walking for hours, not talking much, letting my body be tired instead of my brain. It's become this quiet thing I do for myself. No phones, no deadlines, just figuring out which way the trail goes. Funny how trekking and hosting events don't seem related but both kinda force you to think on your feet. Just one has more trees and less crowd.