Baton Rouge is full of brilliant ideas, and we view it as our responsibility to make sure they are heard and spread, but we can’t do that alone. We need dedicated partners to ensure these ideas are shared, and a true TED-like experience is created. And, Neighbors Federal Credit Union couldn’t be a better Visionary Partner!

If you've got a ticket to the upcoming TEDxBatonRouge event, get ready to embark on an intellectual and inspirational journey like no other. With a stellar lineup of speakers and an evening filled with thought-provoking discussions, you're in for a treat that will leave you pondering, inspired, and ready to take on the world.

Tracee Albert, whose first language is American Sign Language (ASL), was influenced to become an advocate after witnessing the everyday situations her two deaf parents face. Noticing the lack of representation and advocacy for the deaf and hard of hearing community firsthand, Tracee created Feel Seen, a sanctuary that offers education, awareness, advocacy, and a safe space for the underserved populations yearning to be heard.

Video partner 4thFLR took the lead on telling the visual story of TEDxBatonRouge’s partnership with Neighbors Federal Credit Union. Curated to make the audience “think again,” 4thFLR will tell a story you won’t want to miss.

Professor of Computer Science and Cybersecurity at Louisiana State University and the founder of the BiT Lab (Baggili Truth Lab), Dr. Ibrahim “Abe” Baggili uncovers cyber vulnerabilities through cyber investigations and forensics of systems, AI, and Virtual and Augmented Reality.

We met with the amazingly creative Jonathan Harnsongkram of neon to discuss his process for preparing for TEDxBatonRouge. As the video producer for the talk videos, Jonathan is tasked with curating the online audience’s experience.

Twelve-time published novelist and produced screenwriter, Robin Palmer Blanche uses her talent to communicate coupled with her life experiences dealing with death and grief to guide individuals through the emotional, psychological, and social processes of death. As an end-of-life doula, Robin strives to shift conversations of death away from fear and to precious and present moments.

Dr. Fareed Dawan, a tenured professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Southern University and Founder and CEO of In Aim Technologies Corporation, battles for real estate on the micro-level.

TEDxBatonRouge today announced the speaker lineup and opened ticket sales for its inaugural event on September 14 at Manship Theatre. Guided by its theme, "think again," the event will encourage attendees to challenge assumptions, consider possibilities, and cultivate curiosity by showcasing five varied ideas from Baton Rouge locals.