Awardwinning speechlanguage pathologist, inventor and executive function expert Sucheta Kamath discusses the cognitive processes involved in executive function, the effect of the pandemic on these processes, and why strengthening executive function in adults and children can better equip us to reach our full potential. Sucheta Kamath architects systems that aid in developing the mental skills needed to focus attention, prioritize tasks, set and achieve goals, and control impulses. She is an awardwinning speech language pathologist, entrepreneur, podcaster, and multiple patent holder.

Sucheta invented ExQ®, an online learning platform that leverages
AI, gameplay, error analysis and metacognitive lessons to help middle and high school students build executive function skills.

She hosts “Full PreFrontal®: Exposing the Mysteries of Executive Function,” a podcast exploring new frontiers in brain science.

Sucheta also founded GSHA Gives!, a free communication and executive function jobreadiness training program for previously homeless, incarcerated, and disenfranchised men. 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