At TED, sometimes the best ideas are born between the sessions. The Google Cafe, stocked with delicious snacks and a healthy supply of caffeine, is the epicenter of inspired conversations during session breaks.
Sony
Once again, Sony will provide TED with the electronic means to conduct a stimulating experience. Look for their gorgeous monitors throughout Long Beach and Palm Springs.
Shell
The TED Energy Pavilion, presented by Shell, will explore our energy future, focusing on emergent technologies and innovations that can change the playing field. Look for this outdoor expo in the TED Village, in front of the Terrace Theater in Long Beach.
Wal-Mart
Continuing with Wal-Mart's commitment for waste reduction and renewable energy, Wal-Mart will be helping to define its freshly conceived Sustainability Index at TED2009 -- a program aimed at helping Wal-Mart and its suppliers improve packaging and conserve resources.
Steelcase
A longstanding TED partner, Steelcase helps us create the distinctive look and feel of our legendary Simulcast lounges, as well as other immersive environments on-site.
Aliph
Aliph, makers of the Jawbone headset, will be exhibiting how they make personal communications technology comfortable, usable and beautiful.
Cisco
Watch for a demonstration of Cisco Telepresence, a live, face-to-face meeting experience over the network, which will empower TED attendees to interact and collaborate like never before.
Kauffman
The Kauffman Foundation will showcase the powerful economic impact of entrepreneurship, and present their program which enhances entrepreneurial skills and abilities.
GM
A longstanding TED partner, GM continues to showcase new technologies and vehicles that limit their environmental footprint, while upholding the essence of their heritage.
Grey
In the TED Village at Long Beach and in the simulcast area of Palm Springs, GREY will create an "In Vitro Lab" where the TED community can access GREY's creative brain trust, and brainstorm ideas that can propel brands forward.
Gucci
Gucci is proud to present the Gucci Tribeca Documentary Fund at TED2009, highlighting the power of documentary film to promote awareness and understanding of current issues through artful, accurate and complete storytelling.
Lexus
At the core of all Lexus Hybrids is the ground-breaking technology of the Lexus Hybrid Drive system, which reduces harmful emissions while upholding Lexus's ongoing innovation initiatives. Lexus returns to TED with their popular ride-and-drives as a transportation partner.
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Supporting innovative projects that lead to breakthrough improvements in health and healthcare is RWJF's core. At TED, they will display innovation in health games and game technologies designed to improve overall health.
Smithsonian Media
Smithsonian is proud to bring to TED groundbreaking ideas from the worlds of oceanic exploration, astrophysics and culture.
Rickshaw Bagworks
In creating the official TED2009 Conference Bag, Rickshaw crafted 2,200 bags where both the external body fabric and the Designtex fabric are made from 100 percent post-consumer recycled beverage bottles.
LivingHomes
With the Idea House (situated in front of the Terrace Theater), LivingHomes will erect a replica of their latest Kieran Timberlake-designed house, which has a dramatically smaller ecological footprint than most new homes.
GE
From jet engines to power generation and medical imaging to media content, GE people worldwide are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into leading products and services that help solve some of the world's toughest problems.
