In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)

Anna Lichota'a personal journey has taken her from communist Poland to the post of Executive Director at an investment bank in London. She has: set up, grown, restructured and liquidated businesses in 16 countries; climbed the highest peak on every continent; has written a book; is deeply involved in various charities.