TEDxSoards Road · July 4, 2026

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TEDxSoards Road

We're selecting 24 historic voices for America's 250th Anniversary celebration at Queenslake Horse Farm. Share your idea worth spreading.

📍 Queenslake Horse Farm, VA🎤 24 Speaker Slots⏱ 18-minute talks🇺🇸 July 4, 2026

TEDx Speaker Guidelines

•Talks must be original ideas — no promotional or sales content
•This is a non-commercial event. No speaker fees, travel, or accommodation are provided per TEDx guidelines
•Talks are approximately 18 minutes and will be recorded for potential posting on TED.com
•Speakers must be available July 4, 2026 in the Queenslake, VA area

About You

Tell us who you are

Full Name*

Email Address*

Phone Number

City / State

LinkedIn Profile URL

Personal Website

Your Bio*

This will be used in the event program if selected.

Your Talk

The idea you want to spread

Talk Title*

Talk Description*

Your Idea Worth Spreading*

Complete this sentence: 'My idea worth spreading is...' — Keep it to 1–2 sentences. This is the core thesis of your talk.

Theme Connections

TEDxSoards Road 2026 themes: Freedom · AI · American Legacy

How does your talk connect to Freedom or American Legacy?*

This event celebrates America's 250th anniversary. How does your idea connect to themes of freedom, independence, or the American story?

How does your talk connect to Artificial Intelligence?*

TEDxSoards Road is co-produced by Applied AI Speakers. How does AI intersect with your idea — even tangentially?

Speaking Experience

Help us understand your stage presence

Prior Speaking Experience*

List your most relevant speaking engagements — conferences, TEDx events, keynotes, panels, podcasts, etc. Include event name, audience size, and year.

Video Reel or Demo Link

Link to a YouTube, Vimeo, or other video showing you speaking. Even a short clip helps. Not required but strongly recommended.

I understand that TEDxSoards Road is a non-commercial event operated under license from TED. I agree that if selected, I will not use my talk for promotional or sales purposes, and I consent to my talk being recorded and potentially posted on TED.com. I confirm I am available on July 4, 2026.