What is TEDx?

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TED Talks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized. (Subject to certain rules and regulations.)

Can I be a TEDxSavannah speaker?

Yes! Anyone is welcome to apply during the open call for speakers. TEDx speakers are dedicated individuals willing to commit their time and energy to presenting their ideas. If you have an idea worth sharing then you should apply. Note: TEDx talks cannot be self-promotional.

What if I’ve been a TEDxSavannah speaker before?

So long as it’s not for consecutive years, you are welcome to apply again.

Can I be a TEDxSavannah Sponsor?

TEDxSavannah is made possible thanks to generous donations from the Savannah community. If you would like to become a sponsor please contact us.

What is the TEDxSavannah event like?

TedxSavannah is designed to be a fully immersive, carefully curated experience. Selected speakers spend months working with a coaching team to perfect their talks, so come prepared to be both supportive and impressed. In between the talks, we’ll also share TED videos that fit with our theme and help add to the ideas worth spreading.

A key component of TEDxSavannah is the opportunity it provides for conversation and the active exchange of ideas. Throughout the event, there are lengthy breaks to facilitate discussion. Attendees are provided coffee and light snacks during the breaks and an afterparty immediately follows the final talk. In order to enjoy the full benefit of TEDxSavannah, we encourage all attendees to commit to attending the entirety of the TEDxSavannah program.

Like every TEDx event around the world we will be filming TEDxSavannah, so expect to see our production crew hard at work. Please respect any directions they give.

What should I do if I purchased a ticket to TEDxSavannah but cannot attend?

If you are a ticket-holder but cannot attend, please contact us immediately so that we can make the ticket available to someone on our waitlist.

Help! I was not able to get a ticket!

TEDxSavannah has a limited capacity and each year tickets sell out very quickly. We hope to grow the event to accommodate more attendees in the future, but for now we have provided the opportunity for anyone who is unable to get a ticket to sign up for waitlist status on our ticketing page. If any tickets become available due to a ticket-holder being unable to attend, the people on that list will have the opportunity to purchase them on a first come, first serve basis.