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Tickets On Sale Now!
Saturday, January 31, 2026
Myrtle Woldson Center - Coughlin Theater
TEDx Spokane 2026 will feature a dynamic lineup of local voices and thought leaders sharing bold perspectives, fresh ideas, and inspiring stories. Tickets go fast-secure yours early and be part of Spokane's most thought-provoking event of the year.
Early Bird Discount Tickets: $79 VIP Package, $68 All Day Ticket unti December 1.
What is TEDx?
In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED has created a program called TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxSpokane, where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDxSpokane event, TED Talks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized.
Tickets On Sale Now!
Saturday, January 31, 2026
Myrtle Woldson Center - Coughlin Theater
TEDx Spokane 2026 will feature a dynamic lineup of local voices and thought leaders sharing bold perspectives, fresh ideas, and inspiring stories. Tickets go fast-secure yours early and be part of Spokane's most thought-provoking event of the year.
Early Bird Discount Tickets: $79 VIP Package, $68 All Day Ticket unti December 1.
2026 Speaker Lineup
Bill Olson
Bill Olson is a physical therapist and educator with more than 30 years of experience in integrative care for chronic and complex conditions. He owns Cascade Integrative Physical Therapy and co-owns Integrative Therapy Seminars, which provides continuing education for musculoskeletal healthcare providers. Bill’s path began in applied biology, working as a naturalist, Peace Corps fisheries…
Brooklyn Dicent
Brooklyn Dicent, M.Ed., is a happiness and mindset expert who uses humor and positive psychology to inspire lasting change. Known as the Chief Happiness Officer, she helps individuals and organizations rewire their thinking through research-backed strategies and clinical hypnotherapy. With over 15 years in learning and development, she’s worked with companies like Microsoft, Visa, and…
Brynn MacLennan
Brynn MacLennan is the CEO and co-founder of Slate, an oral wellness brand transforming the way people floss. Known for its patented 3-in-1 electric flosser, Slate is preparing for a national retail launch in 2026 and has been featured on the How I Built This podcast. A lifelong entrepreneur, Brynn started her first business at…
Cat Caldwell Myers
Cat Myers began her career as a horse trainer in her teenage years, developing discipline, patience, and a deep respect for learning. In college, she wrote her first thesis and graduated cum laude, marking the start of her academic and professional journey. Her path reflects a lifelong commitment to growth, resilience, and pursuing passions with…
Chris Wheatley
Chris Wheatley is passionate about helping people communicate better and lead more meaningful lives. He co-founded the Wheatley Leadership Group, focused on leadership development and coaching. Chris also serves as Vice President of Organizational Learning at Numerica Credit Union and is a Board Certified executive coach. A Spokane native, he sits on the board of…
Gatieh Nacario
Gatieh Nacario is the Director of the Hope House Respite Center at Volunteers of America and a passionate advocate for resilience, creativity, and community. Originally from the Philippines, he moved to Spokane in 2019 and has since brought his voice and artistry to the city’s cultural landscape. Gatieh holds a Doctorate in Education and is…
Grace Leaf
Grace Leaf is an executive biographer, leadership coach, consultant, and performer based in Spokane. With experience in the C-suite and a doctoral background in leadership, she brings a unique perspective to guiding professionals across generations and industries. Grace’s work blends research, writing, and artistry, offering insights into both personal and organizational growth. She is currently…
Hanna Morrell
Hanna Morrell is a holistic financial coach who helps individuals and couples build customized, adaptable money systems while learning to trust themselves with money. She is the creator of the Pacific Stoa Financial Wellness Curriculum. This innovative curriculum is the first of its kind to combine money mechanics with the soft-skills that it takes to…
Jona Gallegos
Jona Gallegos is a singer-songwriter born in Guadalajara, Mexico, now living in the Pacific Northwest. As a father of three and husband to his greatest supporter, Jona crafts songs that are honest, raw, and deeply human. He believes in the power of simplicity to cut through life’s noise. His music offers connection in a complicated…
Olivia Brownlee
Olivia Brownlee is a genre-blending singer-songwriter with deep roots in Spokane’s musical landscape. Her latest album, This Is Where You Live: Songs Inspired in Spokane 2021–2023, celebrates the city’s history, landmarks, and people through collaboration with local artists. Olivia performs regularly with groups like the Zonky Jazz Band and Rockabilly Space Force. She’s also been…
Riley Yates
Riley Yates is a young Spokane-based author who began writing in eighth grade and hasn’t stopped since. He has self-published three novels and is working on a fourth, which he plans to submit to literary agents. Riley founded a creative writing club at his high school and frequently speaks at local schools about the power…
Sheila Tallmon
Sheila Tallmon is a community-builder, poet, and lifelong advocate for growth through intentional connection. Her career spans decades in the youth development and summer camp world, including leadership at Camp Nor’wester and now the Lake Ballinger Center for seniors. Sheila shares her passion through spoken word poetry that reflects personal reinvention and shared humanity. She…
Stephen Heath
Stephen Heath is a cybersecurity leader with more than 20 years of experience protecting organizations from evolving digital threats. He has served as an ethical hacker, Chief Information Security Officer, and advisor to some of the nation’s largest institutions, writing policies that have shaped practices across higher education and beyond. His career has ranged from…