TEDx Tinley Park Insider Edition#1
TEDx Tinley Park Insider
EDITION #1 | July 13, 2026
Ideas Worth Spreading — From Our Community to the Stage
📣 A Message from the Team
Welcome to the very first edition of the TEDx Tinley Park Insider — our official newsletter and your behind-the-scenes window into everything we are building together.
We are beyond excited to announce that TEDx Tinley Park is officially underway. We are thrilled to share that our event is set for October 4th at Tinley Park High School — and the energy is already incredible.
This year's theme is "Community Comes Together" — celebrating the ideas, connections, and shared experiences that make Tinley Park strong. We believe that every community has stories worth telling, thinkers worth hearing, and ideas worth spreading. This event is our opportunity to bring those voices to the stage.
None of this would be possible without the early supporters, volunteers, and partners who said "yes" before there was even a stage to stand on. To every person who has already leaned in — thank you. You are the reason this is real, and this is just the beginning.
We are honored to take you along on this journey. Let's build something extraordinary together.
🎉 Our First Official Sponsor
TEDx Tinley Park is proud to share that our first official sponsor is Moraine Valley Community College. Their early support is helping lay the foundation for a high-quality, community-focused TEDx experience — and we could not be more grateful.
Moraine Valley Community College has long been a cornerstone of education, opportunity, and community investment across the southwest suburbs of Chicago. Their decision to partner with us at this early stage is a powerful signal of what is possible when organizations align around a shared belief in the value of ideas and local talent.
✦ Thank You, Moraine Valley Community College! ✦
We are proud to partner with organizations that share our vision of spreading bold ideas across Tinley Park and the greater Chicagoland area. If you would like to join Moraine Valley in supporting TEDx Tinley Park, we would love to hear from you.
👥 Meet the TEDx Tinley Park Volunteer Committee
The People Powering This Event
Our planning team reflects the spirit of community collaboration. Every volunteer has brought their time, talent, and passion to this effort — and together, they are making the inaugural TEDx Tinley Park a reality.
Role Name
Organizer Spero Speropoulos
Sponsorship Directors Joe Ficaro & Renee Oswald
Secretary Cherie Ipema
Finance Director Danielle Kane
Legal Advisor John Claudio
Marketing & Community Relations Joe Ficaro
Production Designer Don Macaluso
On-Site Director Haseena Jackson
Social Media Director Rich Cruz
Attendee Experience Director Anniece Anderson
Speaker Coach Garret Gray
Newsletter Tracey Fabing
Each role is dedicated to building an event that highlights local talent, fosters meaningful conversations, and strengthens Tinley Park's identity as a place where ideas can grow. We are eternally grateful for every volunteer.
🤝 Why Partner with TEDx Tinley Park?
An Invitation to Shape Something Extraordinary
TEDx events thrive because of community partners who believe in the power of ideas. As we begin this journey, we are inviting Tinley Park leaders and organizations to join us as sponsors.
Your support helps us:
Provide a platform for local thinkers and creators
Produce high-quality talks that reach global audiences
Keep the event accessible to the community
Showcase Tinley Park as a hub for innovation and leadership
Sponsors receive meaningful visibility across event materials, digital promotions, and community outreach — all while contributing to an event that uplifts our town.
TEDx events attract professionals, entrepreneurs, creators, and community leaders — the exact audience many brands want to reach. This year's event offers a unique opportunity to position your organization at the center of inspiration and innovation.
As a sponsor, you'll receive:
High-impact brand placement throughout the event
Exposure across social media, newsletters, and promotional campaigns
Opportunities to engage directly with attendees
Inclusion in video content that lives online long after the event
A partnership that signals your commitment to bold ideas and community growth
"TEDx isn't just an event — it's a platform. Your support helps bring transformative ideas to the stage while giving your brand meaningful visibility."
📬 An Invitation to Connect
Let's Build This Together
With planning now underway and momentum building, this is the perfect time for local organizations to get involved. We would love to explore sponsorship opportunities that align with your goals and highlight your commitment to community growth.
If you're interested in learning more, our Planning Committee is ready to connect. Together, we can make the inaugural TEDx Tinley Park a landmark event for our community.
Get In Touch
Reach out to us at tedxtinleyparkmarketing@gmail.com to learn more about sponsorship opportunities, partnership tiers, and how your organization can be part of something truly special on October 4th at Tinley Park High School.
👉 What's Coming Next
Stay Tuned for Edition #2
Edition #2 will bring updates on speaker applications, new sponsor announcements, event logistics, and more. The momentum is building and the countdown to October 4th is very much underway.
Follow TEDx Tinley Park on social media for real-time updates as we continue this journey — and share this newsletter with anyone who might want to get involved. Every conversation, every connection, and every share helps us grow.
Thank you for being part of the TEDx Tinley Park community. The best ideas are just getting started.
TEDx Tinley Park | Tinley Park, Illinois
This event is independently organized under license from TED.
Questions or partnership inquiries? Contact us at tedxtinleyparkmarketing@gmail.com
Edition #1 | July 13, 2026
