Gerry Garbulsky

Gerry Garbulsky is an Argentine ideas disseminator, renowned for his role as curator of TEDxRiodelaPlata and for his ability to connect people with knowledge and curiosity. His career is the story of a fascinating journey that took him from the world of pure science to the active promotion of innovation and creativity. With a solid background in physics and an innate passion for thinking, Garbulsky has become an influential figure in the world of technology, education, and art, inspiring many with his unique vision.

After earning his PhD in physics, Garbulsky devoted himself to research and teaching, publishing academic articles and participating in cutting-edge scientific projects. However, his career took a new direction when he discovered the potential of TED talks. Inspired by the idea that well-communicated ideas can change the world, he set out to bring the spirit of TED to his hometown, Buenos Aires. In 2010, he founded TEDxRiodelaPlata, an event that has become one of the largest and most successful in the global TEDx network, attracting thousands of attendees each year.

As curator of TEDxRiodelaPlata, Gerry Garbulsky has been responsible for selecting hundreds of speakers, ranging from scientists and artists to business leaders and social activists. His main mission is to create a space where the most daring and original ideas can be shared with a massive and diverse audience. His curation style has been characterized by a focus on diversity of topics and quality of public speaking, which has positioned the event as an undisputed benchmark in the field of idea dissemination in the region and beyond its borders.

Beyond his work at TEDxRiodelaPlata, Garbulsky is a highly sought-after speaker at corporate and educational events, where he shares his vision on the power of curiosity, innovation, and creative thinking. In his talks, he uses his background in physics to explain complex concepts in a simple and accessible way, demonstrating that science and creativity are not separate worlds.