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Feb 2025
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A bold new chapter for TED | Chris Ander...

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Chris Anderson, head of TED, has some big news to share: after 25 years of leading the organization, he's issuing an open invitation to pass on its stewardship to someone new. It could be anyone. Maybe you? In conversation with Jay Herratti (CEO of TED) and Anna Verghese (executive director of The Audacious Project), Anderson shares the big idea that's driven this decision — and why he's convinced it will open the door to a truly exciting future for TED. (Reach out to us at NextChapter@TED.com to share your ideas for the future of TED.)



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