Vladimir Gliznitsa

Student

Currently a student at SKEMA Business School on the Sophia Antipolis campus, I’ve always been driven by curiosity and the desire to learn from different fields. Beyond my business studies, I love discovering new perspectives and sharing them with others. Organizing this TEDx event is, for me, a way to bring people together, spark interesting conversations, and showcase the incredible ideas floating around our community.

I am driven by a deep-seated curiosity about the full spectrum of human potential—from the precision of a tennis stroke to the abstract depth of a philosophical treatise. My passion for physical culture and nutrition is more than a lifestyle; it is an ongoing experiment in discipline and optimization. I am fascinated by how we can maintain the human body as a high-performance vessel, and how the rigors of tennis teach us about resilience, focus, and the management of high-pressure moments. This physical discipline is balanced by an intellectual hunger for the sciences and philosophy. I am particularly interested in the breakthroughs that drive our species forward, solving global challenges through technical innovation. However, I believe that science without philosophy lacks a compass. I spend a significant amount of my time exploring the 'why' behind the 'how,' seeking the ethical and existential blueprints that ensure our progress serves a higher human purpose. Whether I am on the court or exploring a new scientific theory, I am always searching for the intersection where discipline, wisdom, and innovation meet to create something truly worth spreading.

In Plato’s Timaeus, the Demiurge is not an omnipotent creator, but a "Craftsman" who shapes the world from a pre-existing state of chaos. Unlike modern engineers who seek to eliminate every "bug" or "anomaly," the Demiurge accepts that the material world is inherently unpredictable and resistant to perfect order. The idea worth spreading is that order is not a final destination, but a permanent negotiation with disorder. In 2026, as we face systemic crises and the limits of algorithmic optimization, we need to rediscover the posture of the Demiurge. We must shift from being "Master Planners" who break when faced with the unexpected, to "Resilient Craftsmen" who view chaos as a co-creator. This talk argues that the most robust architectures—social, professional, or biological—are those that don't just tolerate the improbable, but integrate it into their very design.

Budgeting, Project Coordination, Strategic Partnerships, Team Leadership, Vendor Management

My TED story began with a personal and academic challenge. When I joined SKEMA Business School, I realized that true success wouldn't just come from textbooks, but from my ability to lead a project with a global impact. I made the organization of a TEDx event a central condition of my own growth and success here. For me, launching this event in Sophia Antipolis is the ultimate test of my leadership: it’s about proving that as a student, I can bridge the gap between world-class research and the public. This project is my way of giving back to the ecosystem that is shaping me, and it has become the defining milestone of my business school journey.

Beyond my academic and professional interests, people are often surprised by my background in high-level competitive sports and my natural aptitude for negotiation. I reached the '2nd Series' in the French national tennis ranking system—a high-performance tier that places me among the top amateur players in the country. This experience taught me the mental endurance and strategic thinking required to perform under pressure. Additionally, I have discovered a strong talent for sales and persuasion. I don’t see sales as just a transaction, but as the art of understanding human psychology and building genuine trust. Whether I’m on a tennis court or in a negotiation, I thrive on the challenge of finding the winning strategy and convincing others to join a vision. These skills are exactly what I’m channeling today to lead this TEDx project and bring the best out of our team and speakers.