I am husband and a father. I am a travel marketer and angel investor focused on online travel technology. I am a kite surfer who has been traveling the world for more than 12 years following the wind. I am an MBA who deeply appreciates the experience and relationships — but who now questions the curriculum and its ability to create future leaders. I subscribe to action learning theory and strongly believe reflection is the primary creator of new knowledge. I am an artist who builds narrative semi-functional furniture that tells stories about people’s lives. My favorite artist is Salvador Dali. My favorite book is The Amazing Life of Salvador Dali by Salvador Dali. I work as the Vice President of Marketing at Abacus, Asia's leading provider of travel solutions and services. About TEDx, x = independently organized event 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.)