The Root No One Can Read | Yasas Gunaratne | Tedxkandy

What begins as a childhood fascination can sometimes grow into something extraordinary.
In “The Root No One Can Read,” Yeas takes the audience on a captivating journey from an early childhood passion to becoming an international mentalist. Behind the mystery, performance, and seemingly impossible moments lies a story of curiosity, persistence, imagination, and years of learning the subtle ways in which people think, behave, and communicate.
The talk explores how an interest that may have seemed unusual or difficult for others to understand gradually became a unique craft and, eventually, an international act.
Through his journey, Yeas invites us to look differently at childhood passions—not as passing interests, but as clues to the person we may eventually become. Yasas Gunaratne is a business strategist, startup growth advisor, and innovation ecosystem leader who has spent his career helping entrepreneurs transform ambitious ideas into scalable, high-impact ventures.

With extensive experience in business acceleration, venture building, and strategic growth consulting, Yasas has worked alongside founders, startups, and innovation ecosystems across Sri Lanka, the UAE, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Passionate about the intersection of technology, human behavior, and entrepreneurship,

At TEDx, Yasas brings a unique perspective on innovation, decision-making, and the psychology behind growth—challenging audiences to rethink how they approach uncertainty, opportunity, and the future of entrepreneurship. 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