TEDxAmirKabir

Speakers

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• Ehsan Sayyafzadeh

  Founder, CEO & Purpose-Driven Entrepreneur

  Ehsan Siafzadeh is an entrepreneur and the CEO of Chavosh Company. After spending a period abroad in pursuit of new opportunities, he chose to return to his home country to rebuild and expand his own business from the ground up. His journey reflects determination, resilience, and a strong belief in creating local impact through innovation and leadership. Today, under his direction, Chavosh continues to grow as a dynamic company shaped by vision, perseverance, and a commitment to progress.

• Hamidreza Samadi

  Founder & CEO – Innovation Ecosystem & Sustainable Business

  Dr. Hamidreza Samadi is a polymer engineer turned entrepreneur and innovation leader. With a strong foundation in engineering and years of experience in startup ecosystems, he currently serves as Chairman of Riseco Holding and is the founder of Ampere Innovation Factory. His commitment to social impact is demonstrated through his role in philanthropy and development of technology-driven ventures. Dr. Samadi’s mission is to bridge scientific expertise and business leadership to foster sustainable growth and transformative ecosystems.

• Hossein Abdeh Tabrizi

  Economist, Financial Strategist & Policy Advisor

  Hossein Abdeh Tabrizi is an Iranian economist, financial strategist, and policy advisor with extensive experience in capital markets, corporate finance, and housing economics. As a professor and public intellectual, he has contributed to shaping Iran’s financial system and promoting transparency and efficiency in economic policy. His research and lectures focus on sustainable finance, market regulation, and macroeconomic reform.

• Iman Nejad Ahad

  Podcaster & Historical Documentary Creator

  Iman nezhadahad is a storyteller, podcaster, and creator of Ravcast, one of the most influential Persian podcast and media brands focusing on history, culture, and human transformation. Through narrative-driven documentaries and thought-provoking storytelling, he explores how individual choices and historical events shape societies. His mission is to make history emotionally resonant and intellectually engaging for a new generation of Persian-speaking audiences worldwide.

• Mahya Saedi

  Radio Writer, Journalist Voice Actor & Podcast Host

  Mahya Saeedi is an Iranian radio writer, voice actor, and podcast host who began her career in 2010 at the age of 19 through radio-related blogging and creative writing. She gained early recognition for her contributions to Radio Javan programs such as Good Afternoon Tehran and Night Hangout, and later expanded her artistic range by writing and performing in radio dramas at Radio Namayesh. Currently, she hosts the Radio Maan podcast, a literary series dedicated to promoting reading and cultural dialogue.

• Maryam Mahmoudi

  Associate Professor of Nutrition & Health Sciences

  Dr. Maryam Mahmoudi is an associate professor and nutrition scientist dedicated to advancing research on diet, metabolic health, and preventive medicine. Her academic work focuses on the impact of nutrition on chronic diseases and overall well-being. Through teaching, research, and public engagement, she empowers individuals to make informed choices for healthier lives.

• Mohammad Darvish

  Environmental Activist & Sustainable Development Advocate

  Mohammad Darvish is an Iranian environmental activist, researcher, and public speaker dedicated to promoting sustainable development and ecological awareness. With decades of experience in natural resource management and environmental education, he advocates for policies that protect Iran’s biodiversity and combat desertification. Through his public campaigns and educational initiatives, Darvish inspires communities to reconnect with nature and take collective action for a greener future.

• Mohammad Mahdi Pourbasir

  Serial entrepreneur and venture investor

  Dr. Mohammad Mahdi Poorbasir is a serial entrepreneur and venture investor with extensive experience in founding, owning, and managing multiple successful ventures, including Faradars, SmartUp, Rizo Trading Group, Cafe Tadris, Tose’e Institute, Gheimeh.com, and the Research Institute. He holds a Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship from the University of Tehran and serves as a visiting lecturer at K. N. Toosi University of Technology and Allameh Tabataba’i University, where he teaches in the fields of entrepreneurship and management. Driven by innovation and long-term value creation, Dr. Poorbasir continues to play a pivotal role in shaping Iran’s startup and venture ecosystem.

• Mohammad sadegh Davoudvandi

  Startup Mentor & Innovation-Driven Leader

  Mohammad sadegh Davoudvandi is the Chief Executive Officer of wallGold and an active figure in the startup and digital economy ecosystem. With expertise in product management and marketing, he serves as a consultant and instructor helping businesses refine their strategies and accelerate growth. Passionate about innovation, scalability, and sustainable business development, he is dedicated to empowering emerging ventures and fostering entrepreneurial success.

• Pouria Bakhtiari

  Entrepreneur, Founder of Ekotopia Podcast

  Pouria Bakhtiari is an Iranian entrepreneur and the founder and host of Ekotopia, one of the most popular Persian-language podcasts focused on economics and financial literacy. Originally trained in materials engineering at Yazd University, he began his career in the industrial field before realizing his true passion lay in business and entrepreneurship. After founding and managing several ventures in the agricultural and distribution sectors, Bakhtiari faced significant financial challenges that ultimately shaped his understanding of resilience and business fundamentals. Determined to rebuild, he pursued advanced studies in management and later entered the financial markets, where he gained professional experience in investment and analysis.

• Shahin Kaveh

  Founder of Umix & Product Manager at Zarinpal

  Former Product Manager at leading tech companies such as Snapp and Digikala, Kaveh is the Founder of Umix and currently serves as Product Manager at Zarinpal. A graduate of Sharif University of Technology, he is actively involved in the blockchain and cryptocurrency ecosystem, combining product innovation with emerging financial technologies.