TEDxWindyCity Inaugural Event
Proof Chicagoans Crave Events of Intellectual & Social Importance
On January 4, 2010 tickets went on sale for Chicago’s inaugural TEDx event with nothing more than a twitter account and a facebook fan page to spread the word. Seven (7) days later, the 150-seat event was sold out! This overwhelming response to TEDxWindyCity highlights both the power of the programming of the event as well as, Chicagoans thirst for intellectually stimulating and socially important events.
The independently produced event, operated under a license from TED, is being presented by Pivotal Production (www.pivotalchicago.com) and the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago (www.msichicago.org). The first TEDxWindyCity event will take place on February 10, 2010 at Flashpoint Academy. The event runs from 5:30 – 8:30pm.
Organized around the theme “Creative Convergence” the event will feature local and national innovators.
Donald Marinelli, Executive Producer of the Entertainment Technology Center at Carnegie Mellon
Dawn Hancock, Creative Director and Owner of Firebelly Design
Zach Kaplan, CEO of Inventables
Rabiah Mayas, Science Director of the Center for the Advancement of Science Education at the Museum of Science and Industry
And magical feats of circuit bending by the talented duo of Roth Mobot
Ticket sales have pleasantly surprised the entire team. “I’m elated at the overwhelming response and support for this event. It has been absolutely delightful to have so many wonderful people reach out and ask how they can help simply because they believe in the power of making innovation and ideas accessible,” said Shannon Downey, TEDx licensee.
A second TEDxWindyCity event will be held on October 6, 2010 at the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago.
Important Information for Ticketholders
There will be an opening reception with complimentary appetizers provided by Amazing Edibles, as well as complimentary beverages provided by Green Planet and Ginger Bliss Juice.
You can play with robots, bent devices or take a guided tour of Flashpoint Academy!
The program will begin promptly at 6:30pm. Late guests will not be allowed entrance into the program until intermission.
The event is SOLD OUT. There will be no tickets available at the door.
If you are driving to the event, you will receive discounted parking at: 172 West Madison located just east of Wells in between Washington and Madison (entrances located on both Washington and Madison).
