Community + Commerce

We had a great day Tuesday.  Tons of energy around emerged around the topic and emerging themes became more clear.  We have an incredible engaged team and have tapped into the minds of many more TEDsters than even I had anticipated.  It’s been fun (and exhausting!). In the morning, we created a large poster that ... more »...

What does local mean?  Is it about proximity and context?  Or affinity?  Great conversation at breakfast to kickoff TED2012!...

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QUESTION: When have you felt emotionally connected when buying something (during a purchase moment)?  Why? Was it because of a person, the service experience, the product, or other? Visit the Community + Commerce Project Space to join in live or use #ActiveCommerce to tweet, post, instagram etc! We’re looking forward to hearing your thoughts as ... more »...

I’m Beth Viner and am incredibly excited to be leading Amex’s Community and Commerce project here at TEDActive. When I’m not gazing at the scenic views of Palm Springs, I work at IDEO- a global design and innovation consultancy, focused on creating impact through design. I will be to facilitate a conversation among attendees and ... more »...

This year, we’re inviting you to follow the TEDActive Projects at every step — whether you’re attending the conference or not. On the the night of Wednesday, February 29, we’ll hold three dinner parties to celebrate the six projects and spark bold new conversations, and we want to give you all the tools you need ... more »...

Welcome to the TEDActive 2012 Projects! We’re incredibly excited to launch these brainstorms (driven by all of you!) and let the ideas start flowing before we even show up in Palm Springs. Today, we’re kicking off online discussions that will help you find other amazing people and spark the first conversations on Facebook. Check out ... more »...