Derek Czapek, a senior from San Diego, California, studies Environmental Science and Economics. After launching TEDx at his high school, he joined TEDxBrownU, rising from finance member to president. Four years in, he’s all about big ideas and bold stories!
Raghav Kallur
Co-President
Raghav is a senior from Dublin, OH studying business economics and data science. Drawn to the art of storytelling, he joined TEDxBrownU to contribute to a platform that empowers people to use their voice to challenge, inspire, and connect. Outside of TEDx, Raghav is an avid pickleball enthusiast and aspiring cook.
Josh Samuel
Co-President
Josh is a junior from Seattle studying IAPA and Behavioral Science. He joined TEDx because he saw it as a way to bring the voices and stories of his community to the forefront of people's minds. Out of TEDx you can find Josh playing soccer or with dogs around campus.
Michael Wang
Co-Vice President
Coming back from his study abroad in Kyoto over the Summer, Michael longs to one day retire to his home amidst the towering trees and running rivers. In the meantime, he studies CS-Econ and East Asian Studies, getting through every day with boba, tennis, and daydreams about random stories.
Steven Liao
Co-Vice President
Steven is a senior from Massachusetts studying Neuroscience and Computer Science. He joined TEDxBrownU to make eye-catching and engaging content that would help the club to expand their reach to more audiences. As Co-Vice President, he looks to continue to expand the endeavors of the club and promote greater reach within the Providence/Brown communities.
Finance, Logistics, and Outreach
Kyoungmin Lee (Kris)
Co-Head
Kris is a junior from Wisconsin studying Biochemistry and Science, Technology, and Society. In TEDxBrownU, he currently serve as the co-lead for the Finance, Logistics, and Outreach (FLO) team. He has been involved with TEDxBrownU since freshman year because he loves listening to new stories and creating memorable experience for others. Outside of TEDx, Kris plays cello and conducts coffee-brewing experiments.
Max Cozean
Co-Head
Sid Udata
Senior Associate
Sid is a junior from San Diego studying Neuroscience and Science, Technology, and Society. At TEDxBrownU, he is currently a Finance, Logistics, and Outreach (FLO) team associate. He has been involved with TEDxBrownU for two years because he enjoys giving a voice to members of the Providence community with exciting stories. He loves working with sponsors to enhance the conference experience for everyone.