The Economics of Trust explores how cooperation, transparency, and shared prosperity drive sustainable and inclusive growth, especially in rural economies. This session highlights how trust empowers Farmer Producer Companies and social enterprises to uplift marginalized communities through fair wages, ethical practices, and improved access to markets and financial services. It delves into how governance, technology, and collective ownership strengthen resilience and reduce reliance on exploitative intermediaries. Trust not only fosters stronger supply chains and ethical consumerism but also builds long-term value and social impact. The talk encourages a shift from competition to collaboration, positioning trust as a key economic asset. Mr. Samarth Jain is the Director of Jai Jungle FPC, dedicated to sustainable food processing, tribal entrepreneurship, and value addition to minor forest produce (MFP) like Mahua and millets. With expertise in waste-to-energy solutions, nanotechnology, and sustainable agriculture, he has pioneered initiatives such as PLASTo-Fuel and India’s first Mahua-based hand sanitizer through Vedic Vatica Pvt. Ltd. As a Board Member of the District Tea and Coffee Development Board, Jashpur, he plays a key role in market strategy and policy formulation. With an Integrated Bachelor's and Master’s (M.Tech) in Nanotechnology, he continues to drive innovation, sustainability, and economic growth in the agro-processing sector, empowering tribal communities through sustainable enterprise. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

This talk explores the inspiring journey of an entrepreneur who transformed a traditional Indian superfood into a modern brand. Centered around the 3Ds—Dream, Dare, and Do—it highlights the courage to leave a stable job, the challenges of building something from scratch, and the relentless pursuit of a vision rooted in culture and innovation. The speaker also introduces a powerful fourth “D”—Death—as a reminder to live meaningfully and build fearlessly. This is a story of resilience, purpose, and redefining success by bridging tradition with modern entrepreneurship. Sachin Kumar is the Founder and CEO of Sattuz, a Madhubani-based startup revolutionizing traditional Indian superfoods. With an MBA ,he has a proven track record in building businesses from scratch and successfully implementing new products, services, and markets. Prior to Sattuz, he gained valuable experience as a Business Development Manager in Mumbai. Since 2018, under his leadership, Sattuz has transformed Sattu - roasted gram flour - into ready-to-mix drinks and other health-conscious consumables; making traditional nutrition accessible to modern consumers. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Blue Ocean businesses defy convention by creating entirely new markets, challenging norms, and reshaping consumer behavior. Without precedents or benchmarks, entrepreneurs in this space face uncertainty, investor skepticism, and cultural resistance. Yet, through vision, adaptability, and ethical practices, they pioneer transformative change with lasting impact. Success demands identifying unmet needs, navigating global trends, and communicating compelling value. These ventures not only drive economic growth but also influence societal progress. Rooted in the spirit of Dreaming Beyond, the Blue Ocean mindset encourages bold thinking and sustainable innovation, empowering entrepreneurs to redefine industries and build meaningful, future-ready enterprises. Manish Anand is the Founder and CEO of Mithila Naturals, committed to offering organic, chemical-free, and value-added food products from Mithila, Bihar, and North East India. With 27 years of experience in enhancing operational efficiency, customer experience, and business profitability, he has expertise in business strategy, innovation management, marketing, and sales. Leading the Makhana (Foxnut) value chain from farming to global markets, he is dedicated to sustainable food production. An MBA graduate in International Business from Delhi University, he continues to drive growth, excellence, and market expansion in the organic food industry. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Whether you feel pleased or distraught by recent political campaigns, the election has brought us all to uncharted waters. Politics invites fighting, but listening can tune us into the ripples and waves that brought us to now. Humble listening across contested waters can enable figuring out how differences form and how they can be put to use. Listening across differences provides a cultural prelude to a healthier future politics. While serving as a Professor of History and American Studies at Stetson University, Dr. Paul Croce taught about deep values differences. His first book sets William James in contexts of modern declining certainties, and Young James Thinking presents him developing capacities to learn across differences. He has worked across disciplines and audiences to disseminate his inquiries and to increase his own understanding, including with presentation of the 2020 History of Psychology Russell Lecture at the APA on Learning from Disagreements and recently on James and political change for the American Journal of Theology and Philosophy. Now retired from over three decades of teaching in the academic classroom, he has been lighting out for the territory where academia and public concerns meet. His work in The Public Classroom brings together the depth of scholarship with the breadth of teaching to enrich public discussion by encouraging listening across differences. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Who are we? Explore how we build a new sense of identity as we enter adulthood, as well as how we are a mosaic of all the people in our circles of influence. You are only an emerging adult once, and the way these critical years are navigated will significantly define the course of the emerging adult's life. Jessa Ward has witnessed firsthand the power of community engagement during her studies in the learning community cultivated at the Quanta Honors College at Daytona State College. A passion further cultivated through her studies at Stetson University and the school’s Bonner Program, she believes that collaborative problem-solving and the influence of a community can create real change in each community member’s life and in the culture we share. As she continues to engage and serve her own local community, Jessa is dedicated to helping her generation find ways to live for something bigger than themselves, and maybe find out who they really are and who they want to be along the way. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

This talk gives us perspective on how we live our daily lives. Even though we perceive changes and polarization in our world, we must trust that there are more good people out there. We must support each other to shape the society we want to live in, we do not have to wait for something to go wrong and start doing so. Engineer Jaime Bueno Zertuche, born in 1974, graduated with honors in Industrial Engineering and Systems from Tecnológico de Monterrey and holds a Master's in Business Administration from EGADE. He has Master's degrees in International Economics and Free Trade Agreements, and Governance and Human Rights from UANE, along with a Business Administration certificate from the University of Victoria in Canada. Jaime has studied Political Management at George Washington University and Advanced Leadership at the Washington Center. His career includes roles at Coca-Cola Export Corporation and various government positions, including Director of Productive Projects for SEDESOL, State Representative for FONAES, and General Director of DIF Coahuila. He served as a Federal Deputy for District VII of Coahuila and currently directs IEEA Coahuila. A family man and responsible leader, Jaime is dedicated to the common good and has lectured at institutions like Tec de Monterrey, UANE, UVM, and Harvard. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx