Frequently asked questions and answers for attendees

Frequently asked questions and answers for attendees

TEDxYerevan 2012 Badges

TEDxYerevan invitations have been all sent out! Along with attendance confirmations we are receiving some questions regarding the event day. Here are the most common ones with answers:

Are there any seat reservations?

No. Plan to arrive early to get a seat closer to the stage. A few rows
will be reserved for TEDx speakers and Advisory Board Members only.

How much can I be late?

The doors will close at 10:00am. If you do not register in person by
10:00am, on September 29th, then your seat will be given to someone on
the waiting list.

Do I need to bring a passport/ID?

No.

Can I take a friend/spouse with me?

No. Family, friends and significant others cannot join unless they
have personally received an invitation to the event.

Do I need to print this email?

No.

What’s the agenda?

TEDxYerevan program this year will feature four …

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Dream superpower of speaking any language

Dream superpower of speaking any language

In anticipation of TEDxYerevan 2012, our team has decided to conduct interviews with some of our previous speakers. Here is the first in the series, ladies and gentlemen, we give you TEDxYerevan 2011 speaker Stepan Khzrtian.

If you could be a superhero, what would you want your superpowers to be?
I am inspired by language and communication, and I would want to have the superpower of speaking any language. After all, in the beginning was the Word. And of course, I’d like to fly. Preferably business class (yeah right).

Who has been the biggest influence on your life? What lessons did that person teach you?
My parents. They have taught me discipline and humility. (I kinda just ruined the “humility” part, didn’t I?)

What makes you angry?
When people ask me what makes me angry. Ironically, right now I’m smiling. And so are you…?…

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Vahé Berberian on falling in love

Vahé Berberian on falling in love

Fall in love with the concept, with the project. Fall in love with the person. Love does some strange things. It rekindles so many emotions. Don’t be afraid of pain. Pain is important, it makes you get out of your emotional coma. It makes you feel alive.

Vahé Berberian
TEDxYerevan 2011 Speaker
TEDxYerevan  Advisory Board Member

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We have a new website!

We have a new website!

TEDxYerevan 2012 is back on September 29! The theme for this year is Embracing Change. In line with the theme, the TEDxYerevan team has also embraced a few changes in a number of directions this year.

The most inspiring change we are excited to share with you today is our brand new redesigned website at www.tedxyerevan.com!

Check out TEDxYerevan.com to first of all watch our new teaser video clip! In line with our teaser video idea, our website opens a variety of doors and windows for visitors to see how they can:

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Apply to attend TEDxYerevan!

Apply to attend TEDxYerevan!

The attendee application is now open for 3 days! Apply before  September 12, 2012, 11:30pm!

Note that TEDxYerevan is an invitation only event. To be considered as a participant you need to register! Find more information about this procedure below, as well as links to make your own profile and indicate your interest.

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