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TEDxDouglasville2016

TED is an annual event that brings together the brightest minds of ourgeneration to share their ideas with a curated audience of open-mindedindividuals. Based on any number of subjects, these “TED Talks”, arethen made available online for free so that their ideas may be spreadthroughout the world.

TEDx was created in the spirit of TED's mission, "ideas worth spreading."The program is designed to give communities, organizations andindividuals the opportunity to create TED-like experiences at the locallevel through their own event. Since the program’s creation, more than5000 TEDx events have spread throughout the world in places like Dubai,Tokyo, Antarctica and, of course, Douglasville.

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FREETHINKERSW h a t i s T E D x D o u g l a s v i l l e ?

Since it’s inaugural event in April 2015, TEDxDouglasville is quicklybecoming a major venue for spreading ideas and inspiring change. Withrapidly growing support from the community, our TEDxTalks havehelped propel the idea revolution throughout Douglasville and theregion.

Speakers have included medical physician Dr. Frank Rasler;computational astrophysicist, Dr. John Wise (pictured); national non-profit founder, Anthony Flynn; entrepreneurs/CEOs of multimillion dollarmarketing & managing consultancies, Stan Phelps and Rory Vaden,respectively; USA Olympic champion Mrs. Elana Meyers Taylor, andbrilliant minds from all walks of life.

Dr. John Wise | TEDxDouglasville

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MORE “WHY”W h a t w e l o o k f o r i n a s p e a k e r

Speakers come from all walks of life, disciplines, and industries, butwhat they all have in common is an idea and the passion to share it.Everyone has a life story to tell, but we’re not seeking story-tellers, we’reseeking truly unique, radical ideas. The “who” is secondary to the idea.That is what makes our conference a powerful platform for sharingideas.

As a speaker, your objective will be to share your idea in an engagingway and to answer the question, “Why?” Why do you care? Why shouldthe attendees? Why does your idea deserve to be on stage? If you’re upto the challenge and passionate about your idea, we’d love to hear fromyou.

Anthony Flynn | TEDxDouglasville

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Associate yourself and idea with a powerful worldwide brand andmovement synonymous with creativity, collaboration and innovation.

Interact with the best and brightest of our area including businessand community leaders, activists, and experts from all fields.

Gain a platform to build momentum for and increase knowledgeabout your passions, ideas, and dreams.

Reach decision makers (At TEDxDouglasville we’ve had manyattendees that are “executive” level or higher from various disciplines)

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Rory Vaden| TEDxDouglasville

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Deadlines As the conference approaches, you’ll need to meet certain deadlines for sendingus information, such as biographies, slides, and talk outlines. It is imperative thatyou meet these deadlines as we cannot plan the conference without them. Failingto meet deadlines may result in dismissal from the speaker lineup.

Working Together Though you may know your topic the best, we know our attendees and TED’spurpose, and by working together we can best present your idea. Please be awarethat egos have little place at TEDxDouglasville.

Attendance You’ll be expected to be present throughout the duration of the conference asattendees, partners, and other speakers will want to further explore your idea.Please be sure you are available all day. If this or any other criteria is an issue,please let us know.

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TED presenters might make their talks appear effortless, but there are hours of thinking, preparing, practicing, slide revision, and memorization involved behind each spectacular talk. To give your idea the presentation it deserves, you’ll need to consider a few things:

Content Your TEDxTalk should be focused and sharp. It should go deep rather than broad. It should include visuals that develop your ideas. It can include unique aspects of personal experience or projects.

Timing TEDxDouglasville talks run for only 3 to 18 minutes. If you exceed your time, the host will ask you to end your talk.

Curation & Refinement The entire TEDxDouglasville organizing team is here to help you with any kind of information or preparation you may need. We will also help you blend your talk into the theme and other speakers’ talks.

Not Allowed Corporate, political, or religious plugs from the stage are an abuse of the TEDx platform and are unacceptable.

Susan Cain | The Power of Introverts

A PLATFORM FOR MANIFESTING

ORIGINAL IDEAS

Dream big. Strive to create the best talk you’ve ever given. Reveal something never said before that the audience will remember forever. Share an idea that could change the world.

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Show us the real you. Share your passions, your dreams, as well as your fears. Be vulnerable. Speak of failure as well as success.

Make the complex, plain. Don’t try to dazzle intellectually. Don’t speak in abstractions. Explain! Give examples. Tell stories. Be specific.

Connect with people’s emotions Make us laugh! Make us cry!

Feel free to comment... ...on other speakers, to praise or criticize. Controversy energizes and engages.

No selling from the stage! Don’t talk about your company or organization. Pitching products and services or looking for funding is strictly prohibited.

Don’t read your talk. With exception, notes are not allowed on stage. You will under-represent yourself by reading your talk and not

You must not go over your time. Doing otherwise is to steal time from following speakers. If you exceed your allotted time, the host will ask you to end your talk.

Don’t flaunt your ego. Don’t boast. It’s the surest way to switch everyone off.

Rehearse your talk. Do so in front of trusted friends for timing, clarity, and impact.

Hyeonseo Lee | My Escape from North Korea | Photo by Steve Jurvetson

Thank you for your interest in this incredible experience. To take the next step, either contact us or fill out the speaker application on our website.

Email: organizer@tedxdouglasville.com Phone: (404) - 771- 3315

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