The TEDx staff is headquartered in New York City, with contributors worldwide who help shape the development of the program.
Lara Stein - Licensing Director / Director, TEDx
Lara leads the global strategy, growth and vision for the TEDx program.
Ask me about:
- Regional TEDx strategy
- Global TEDx strategy
- The TEDx program in general
Salome Heusel - Deputy Director, TEDx
Salome provides guidance to organizers from the application process on until the event day, and manages strategic TEDx events and initiatives. She plans TEDx workshops and activities at TED conferences.
Ask me about:
- TEDx initiatives (TEDxWomen, TEDxCity2.0, TEDxYouthDay)
- The TEDx sponsor marketplace
- Attending TED as a TEDx organizer
- Special projects and partnerships
Lauren Cucinotta - Branding + Editorial Manager
Lauren monitors all TEDx events for brand clarity and compliance with the rules. She collects and shares stories, best practices and helps organizers get the most out of the platform.
Ask me about:
- Your TEDx logo and event positioning
- The TEDx Tumblr, Facebook and Twitter
- Branding issues in your community
Becca Pace - Global Development Manager
Becca works on expanding the TEDx program into the developing world with initiatives such as "TEDx in a Box" and special TEDx partner events
Ask me about:
- TEDxChange
- TEDx in a Box
- TEDx in the developing world
Alex Rudloff - Chief Digital Strategist, TEDx
Alex is responsible for technology strategy and development initiatives for TEDx. He manages technological roadmaps, priorities and partnerships.
Ask me about:
- Digital partnerships
- Technology suggestions
Will Davis - Applications Manager
Will reviews all incoming TEDx applications and helps organizers renew their events and obtain additional license types. He resolves licensing queries and helps determine whether events are suitable for the TEDx platform.
Ask me about:
- The license application process
- Renewing your TEDx license
- Suitability of your event for the platform
- Hosting other TEDx event types
David Webber - TEDxTalks Manager
David manages the reviewing process for TEDxTalks. He also curates the talks showcased on the TEDxTalks website and other TEDx platforms as well as recommending TEDxTalks to be featured on TED.com.
Ask me about:
- How to shoot your event
- Getting your TEDxTalks considered for TED.com
- Our content guidelines
Monica Goff - TEDx Team Coordinator
Monica supports the activities of the TEDx team and assists the TEDx Director.
Ask me about:
- Meeting with the TEDx Director
- General TEDx questions
Amanda Ellis - TEDx Projects Coordinator
Amanda assists in the execution of strategic TEDx initiatives, as well as with TEDx activities at TED conferences.
Ask me about:
- TEDxWomen, TEDxCity2.0, TEDxYouthday
- TEDxYouth
- TEDx at TED Conferences
Boian Filev - Branding and Resources Coordinator
Boian helps to monitor and review TEDx events for branding consistency and compliance. He also helps to manage the TEDx Wiki and other resources for TEDx organizers.
Ask me about:
- Access to Resources
- Filling out your event page
- Issues or concerns with branding compliance
Talhia Hein - Post-event Coordinator
Tahlia helps organizers close out their events, fulfill their final requirements, and amplify their post-event impact for the renewal process. She manages TEDx videos and photos.
Ask me about:
- Your event feedback
- Preparing your talk videos and photos for YouTube and Flickr
- Getting your TEDx talks considered for TED.com
- Photo + video copyrights
Rachel Saunders - Applications Coordinator
Rachel reviews all incoming TEDx applications, and guides applicants throughout the application process, ensuring applicants select a name, event format and license type that best fits their event plans.
Ask me about:
- Naming your event
- Choosing an event type
- Renewing your license
TEDx support
Need help? Have a question? For general inquiries about the TEDx program, including rules and best practices for organizing an event, email tedx@ted.com.