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• Meet 2018 Speaker Dr. Kira Banks

  May 30, 2018

  We asked our upcoming speakers a series of questions to get to know them a little better in advance of their presentation. In this post, we’re featuring Dr. Kira Banks, psychology professor. What was your reaction when you learned you were chosen as a speaker for TEDxAM18? I was excited and nervous! It’s an honor […]

• Meet 2018 Speaker Geoffrey James

  May 23, 2018

  We asked our upcoming speakers a series of questions to get to know them a little better in advance of their presentation. In this post, we’re featuring Geoffrey James, business writer and author. What was your reaction when you learned you were chosen as a speaker for TEDxAM18? Flabbergast. Who is an inspiration or mentor […]

• Meet 2018 Speaker Dr. Shanita Williams

  May 16, 2018

  We asked our upcoming speakers a series of questions to get to know them a little better in advance of their presentation. In this post, we’re featuring Dr. Shanita Williams, learning and development specialist.   What was your reaction when you learned you were chosen as a speaker for TEDxAM18? I have always admired the […]

• Meet 2018 Speaker Stephanie Rutt

  May 9, 2018

  We asked our upcoming speakers a series of questions to get to know them a little better in advance of their presentation. In this post, we’re featuring Stephanie Rutt, interfaith minister, teacher, and author.   What was your reaction when you learned you were chosen as a speaker for TEDxAM18? I felt like I have […]

• Meet David Hudson, Host of Our June Event

  May 7, 2018

  We’re excited to introduce David Hudson as our host for the 2018 TEDxAmoskeagMillyard event on June 2, 2018, at Stockbridge Theatre. Rather than telling you all about David, we invited him to share his story directly in this Q&A. Tell us a bit about yourself. I’m not sure I’ve ever answered this question the same way […]

• Meet 2018 Speaker Bhagirath Khatiwada

  May 2, 2018

  We asked our upcoming speakers a series of questions to get to know them a little better in advance of their presentation. In this post, we’re featuring Bhagirath Khatiwada, advocate for refugees and immigrants. What was your reaction when you learned you were chosen as a speaker for TEDxAM18? I was very excited and challenged when […]

• Meet 2018 Speaker Dr. Mary Guinan

  April 25, 2018

  We asked our upcoming speakers a series of questions to get to know them a little better in advance of their presentation. In this post, we’re featuring Dr. Mary Guinan, medical detective and women’s health advocate. What was your reaction when you learned you were chosen as a speaker for TEDxAM18? I was delighted and […]

• Behind the Talks: The Journey from Nomination to Presentation

  April 23, 2018

  Whether you’re new to live TEDx events or have had the pleasure to attend TEDxAmoskeagMillyard or other TEDx events in the past, you may have no idea what goes into making this event come to life. The talks, of course, are the heart of the day and everything the organizers do revolve around showcasing each […]

• Meet 2018 Speaker Randall Mikkelsen

  April 18, 2018

  We asked our upcoming speakers a series of questions to get to know them a little better in advance of their presentation. In this post, we’re featuring Randall Mikkelsen, a financial and political journalist. What was your reaction when you learned you were chosen as a speaker for TEDxAM18? I was gratified to learn I […]