Applying an Entrepreneurial Mindset to Parkinson’s Disease | Haynes D'Souza | TEDxUniMelb

In this powerful and heartfelt TEDx Talk, Haynes D'Souza shares his personal journey of transitioning from the corporate finance world to becoming a caregiver for individuals living with Parkinson's disease. With a unique perspective, Haynes demonstrates how applying an entrepreneurial mindset can bring about transformative change in the realm of healthcare. He explores the unexpected challenges encountered in the realm of medication, surgery, and rehabilitation for Parkinson's patients and emphasises the importance of innovative thinking, adaptability, and problem-solving in finding effective solutions. Haynes is a Corporate Finance advisor & Parkinson's Disease advocate with over 10 years experience working in San Francisco, Canberra & Melbourne. With a background in traditional finance & FinTech, he has advised numerous startups globally on M&A, capital raisings, IPOs & due diligence. Within Australia, Haynes is also a passionate advocate for Parkinson's Disease research & rehabilitation. Following the diagnosis of his father in 2011, Haynes has been involved in local rehabilitation groups as well as supporting neurodegenerative research - primarily Alzheimer's & Parkinson's Disease. Away from advocacy, Haynes can be found competing in marathons & road cycling events across Australia. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx