For
the sold out crowd attending, it was clear that we were part of something
special and historical. Last May 24th, the city of Laval held its
first TEDxLaval event. TED is an international nonprofit focused on the
spreading of ideas by inviting speakers from diverse disciplines to present
their thoughts for a better tomorrow. While some can attend the live events,
www.ted.com provides countless talks you can watch for free from previous TED
events.
The
popularity of TED has spun off numerous independently organized TEDx events
that happen in cities around the world committed to celebrating ideas worth
spreading. The TEDxLaval attempted to shine some light on the importance of
Laval as one of the fastest growing cities in Quebec with thinkers and leaders
from different sectors ready to share ideas that are informing the present and
shaping the future.
The
first TEDxLaval was made up of a diverse group of speakers. The topics addressed ranged from educational
reform, space exploration, the future of public transportation and health care,
to individual stories of inspiration to keep things personal. It was clear that
the diverse panel of speakers was a reflection of the rich array of ideas
brewing in the hearts and minds of different leaders in Quebec. In his opening
remarks, Laval Mayor Marc Demers set the tone with an invitation to all in
attendance to see innovative leadership as a key part of the city's success.
“We don't just want to be with the times, we want to be ahead of the times,”
Demers commented. A comment, I believe,
that captured the spirit of the event.
The
11 conference speakers also gave us a taste of the rich bilingual strength of
TEDxLaval. The seamless flow between French and English of the presenters was a
great testimony of how important Laval and the rest of Quebec remains for the
future of learning and thinking beyond our limited perspectives.
An
event like this comes together with a team of dedicated volunteers and
partners. This TEDx gathering was no exception. Setting the tone for a great
event were Gildo Conte, Founder and President of TedxLaval and Co-Organizer
Louise Guay. Their commitment to see a TEDx event in Laval began last January.
Guay, a certified
translator and Conte, an
entrepreneur specializing in photography and video both live in Laval, and as
husband and wife, make a great team.
Furthermore,
there were key sponsors, like Laval Families Magazine, who stepped up to make
this event a reality and who understand that thoughtful reflective leadership
is essential for the flourishing of our
city.
The
theme of this inaugural event was 'Time Lapse', focused on what the future
might look like and what we can do to prepare. As a dad and fellow community
leader, I sensed the personal urgency in a topic like this. Time flies and
things around us keep changing at an incredible pace. I often ask myself,
"What will we do?" If we are going to create a community that
embraces the future with a focus to welcoming new and creative business leaders
to work, dream and create in Laval, we must welcome these changing times and
learn to have our horizons stretched.
TEDxLaval
was a clear reminder that the city of Laval continues to move in the right
direction. While plans for the next TEDxLaval 2017 will soon be in the works,
let's not wait until then to step up and make a difference in the life of
friend, a neighbor or a fellow co-worker. Perhaps spreading ideas begins with
spreading love and caring for those around us. This, perhaps, is the starting
point and foundation of any great and flourishing city.
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