College & University Audiences: You Don’t Have to Have it All Figured Out
YouTube sensation STEVEN LIM didn’t always know he wanted to work in entertainment. He pursued a chemical engineering degree and landed a job at Procter & Gamble, but he couldn’t wait to create videos after work. When he finally realized he would be happier pursuing his passion, he pivoted to follow his purpose. While his career at Procter & Gamble wasn’t a good fit, engineering gave him a valuable skill that he uses in his work every day – problem-solving.
In this motivational talk, Lim shares his journey to finding his true passion, and offers encouragement to young audiences that you don’t have to have it all figured out. You can learn lessons to carry with you, continue to grow, and eventually find the path that brings you joy.
Leveraging Influence Through Connection
Digital media expert STEVEN LIM has built an audience of billion through his ability to balance authenticity with savvy storytelling. Lim offers a unique perspective, as both a viral YouTube creator and CEO of Watcher Entertainment, on how brands and organizations can go beyond the numbers game and focus on what their audience and customers want most – connection.
Breaking Down Cultural Barriers Through Food
In this uplifting talk, digital media creator STEVEN LIM shares his vision for a more understanding and connected world through food. As the creator and host of Buzzfeed’s wildly popular show Worth It, Steven traveled the world, trying new foods, experiencing new places, and building community with people. Through his exploration of how food tells the story of culture, Lim reveals how we’re all human and offers inspiration to celebrate our differences.
Shining a Light on the AAPI Community
YouTube star and digital media entrepreneur STEVEN LIM shares the challenges he’s faced – and the opportunities he has created – as a prominent voice in the entertainment industry and member of the AAPI community. From uplifting and diverse representation in media, to how to approach conversations about culture, to finding ways to connect through shared experience, Lim offers his unique perspective in this uplifting talk.
Steven Lim (he/him) is the CEO & co-founder of Watcher Entertainment. He's formerly a chemical engineer who worked at Procter & Gamble and then transitioned his way into entertainment working his way up to Executive Producer at BuzzFeed. He created and hosted BuzzFeed’s biggest food show, Worth It, which is a 3-time Streamy Award winner and 1-time Webby Award winner.