Exciting new Merger
Meet our new board
As part of this exciting new chapter, we are delighted to announce the appointment of three new board members:
- Zoë Sabajo, D&I Lead at Royal BAM Group and former DEI program manager at Techleapnl, is dedicated to moving DEI from theory to practice. She will lead Speakers and Organization on the board.
- Melanie Hillebrandt, a visionary entrepreneur with extensive experience in advertising, played a key role in the recent TEDxAmsterdam edition as Production Lead. She will now lead Production and Communications.
- Yeni Joseph, an advocate for a diverse tech ecosystem and Head of Government Affairs & Public Policy at TNW, will spearhead Partnerships and Impact on the board.
Learn more about the Board and the merger.
WELCOME TO OUR NEW TEAM
Did you know that TEDxAmsterdam is 100% powered by volunteers? At the end of last year, we onboarded our new team to support us across speaker recruitment, event production, communications, impact program, partnerships, and internal organization. We can’t wait to share what we have been working on!
If you’re interested in volunteering for TEDxAmsterdam, keep an eye on our socials for new opportunities.
OUR FIRST PARTNER CONNECT OF THE YEAR
Earlier this year, we hosted our first TEDxAmsterdam Partner Connect! After unveiling our vision, mission, and plans for the year, we engaged in interactive workshops on themes, role models, and impactful partnerships. Impact Pioneers Thom Weustink and Zsofia Kollar shared their inspiring journeys and the profound impact of their talks. These Partner Connects will take place quarterly, fostering dialogue and enhancing our events through valuable input.
Curious about partnering with TEDxAmsterdam? We’d love to hear from you! Reach out at partners@tedxamsterdam.nl.
BECOME A PIONEER IN OUR IMPACT PROGRAM
Are you ready to make a real difference? We’re looking for ambitious entrepreneurs, innovators, and change-makers to join our Impact Program!
The Impact Program is a start-up accelerator unique to TEDxAmsterdam designed to help bring ideas into action! Watch this aftermovie from our last Impact Program to learn more.
Over eight weeks, you’ll participate in weekly in-person strategy sessions with expert coaching, develop essential skills, and connect with mentors and partners. The program concludes with a final Impact event, where you’ll pitch your idea to a supportive audience.
Be quick! Deadline for applications: April 11, 2025.
SPEAKER APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN
Want your chance to step onto the TEDx stage? We’re looking for speakers for our mainstage event in October 2025. At TEDxAmsterdam, we embrace inclusivity and diversity, welcoming big ideas from individuals of all backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere, and we’re eager to see yours.
Deadline for applications: April 23, 2025