These are the speakers you can expect to see onstage and online on Oct. 9, 2012 at TEDxBuffalo 2012. This list does not include performers, or the TED/TEDx videos to be shown at the event. Let’s meet the talent:
Adrienne Bermingham
Assistant for Jane Goodall Institute’s Youth Leadership Program, focused on creating working community maps. More about Adrienne >>
Alan Friedman
Maker of hand-printed greeting cards by day, world-famous shooter of solar systems by night, from his Buffalo backyard. More about Alan >>
Kevin Gardner
Five Points Bakery co-owner with an indelible passion for making authentic food and creating real change. More about Kevin >>
Geoff “DeafGeoff” Herbert
Syracuse-based designer, web producer, and DJ who just happens to be deaf. More about Geoff >>
Joy Kuebler
Landscape architect focused on building outdoor spaces for all kinds of learning. More about Joy >>
Dr. Jonathan Lawrence
Teacher, preacher, and interfaith bridge-builder, dedicated to helping students discover the religious landscape of Buffalo. More about Dr. Lawrence >>
Tom McManus
Seller of drink accessories and keen enthusiast of in-sourcing jobs to Buffalo. More about Tom >>
James D. Roberts
Adventurous chef who’s also a staunch advocate for sharing recipes, training young talent, and fostering the local scene. More about James >>
Chris Smith
Oracle engineer and blogger who started Cash Mobs to convert social momentum into local business. More about Chris Smith >>
Matthew Walter
Trader of video games and believer in giving back lots of energy to your town. More about Matthew >>