Support Center
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How do I suggest a speaker?
Use our "Suggest a Speaker" form, and fill in as much information as you can. This form goes directly to our s...
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Can I suggest myself as a TED speaker or performer?
Yes. The best way to submit yourself to TED is through our nomination website. We're not able to respond perso...
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Can I speak at TED by becoming a sponsor?
No. Read more about sponsoring TED here. Sponsoring TED has many benefits, but a guaranteed speaking slot is n...
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What do you pay speakers?
TED does not pay speakers. We do, of course, cover travel costs and provide excellent hotel accommodation -- a...
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Will it help if I submit multiple nominations, or have my friends or e...
No. It really only takes one suggestion.
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Is there a deadline for suggesting a speaker?
We accept nominations on a rolling basis. It's best to get your suggestions to us as early as possible, so we ...
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I want to speak at TED, but my usual talk runs 50 minutes. Can I get a...
We strictly enforce the clock for all speakers. TED is the place to condense your ideas into a compelling 18-m...
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Do you have keynotes or panels?
At TED, everyone hears every presentation; there are no breakout sessions or tracks, no keynotes, and very rar...
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What do you look for in a speaker?
Our presenters run the world's most admired companies and design its best-loved products; they invent world-ch...
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Can I submit my video to TED?
All of our TEDTalks are given by speakers from our TED Conferences or independently organized TEDx events. The...