Have you heard that TED Talk on how to spot a liar? What about the one on how great leaders inspire action? We know you’ve probably come across this one at some point.
While you’ve likely heard a few popular TED talks, did you know that local entrepreneurs + professionals will soon be giving TED talks of their very own, right here in Chattanooga?
Thanks to TEDx — a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share TED-like experiences — and local organizer Maggie Carruth O’Connor, Chattanoogans will get a taste of TED on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at TEDxChattanooga.
This year’s theme is “ripple” — how we’ve been impacted by or created a ripple personally or professionally.
The speaker lineup:
- Andrew Meador | Andrew is a scientist + educator who worked in nanotechnology, CRISPR research, and quality assurance chemistry before transitioning to classroom education. Now, he’s focused on biomimicry education and outreach.
- Chloe Morrison | Chloe (who veteran NOOGAtoday readers may remember as a former editor) will share her experience coming out as bisexual and launching an LGBTQ+-focused business, and how that has given her a unique perspective on privilege.
- Kenyatta Ashford | Former “Chopped” champion + the chef behind Neutral Ground, Kenyatta’s food introduces diners to his “Afro-Creole” identity and features the cooking techniques, flavors, foods, artistry, and traditions that exist throughout the African Diaspora.
- Pete Thornton | Pete helps people and organizations clarify their outcomes and create a “Dream Machine” in order to attain the results they desire.
- Sheaba Chacko | An Anxiety Relief Therapist, Sheaba will talk about Imposter Syndrome + hopes to show how it can create a lasting ripple in our lives and erode us over time when gone unchecked.
- Tiffany Pauldon-Banks | Founder of Lil Mama’s Chicago Style Hoagy, Tiffany is passionate about providing opportunities for other aspiring entrepreneurs through education, support, and inspiration.
Grab tickets to TEDxChattanooga here — full-time nonprofit employees can email tedxchatt@gmail.com for discounted ticket promo codes. There are also 40 first-come, first-serve discounted tickets for Common House members.
