Kelly + Friends Supporting TEDxMinneapolis

My love for TED goes back a little ways. They were a source of entertainment while in the Peace Corps, downloading as many of them as I could when I had internet. While working at Make-A-Wish Minnesota I would find talks that I thought were relevant and host watch parties over lunch. And then Derek and I finally got to attended the TEDxUMN event in March of 2018 and I happened to sit next to the Director of TEDxMinneapolis - it was fate. From there I was hooked and had my mind set on working with that team.

I love TED talks so much because they bring knowledge, inspiration, laughs and humility in short segments on literally any talk imaginable.

We are a nonprofit that relies entirely on volunteers and support from our communities to ensure our speakers get their chance on the red dot to share their ideas worth spreading. 

And if you're thinking, what's the difference in TED vs TEDxMinneapolis? Well we are basically the local version, bringing you speakers and ideas straight out of the Twin Cities!

I have been a lead on the team since 2018 and a Board Member since 2019.

I believe in the power of ideas. Join me? Make a gift to TEDxMinneapolis today! Even $5 will make a huge impact towards our match!

Our gifts will go to the 2021 TEDxMinneapolis virtual event. Let's see what amazing ideas our donations can turn into!!!