Shaun Harner

About Shaun Harner

I am a collaborative and innovative leader with a deep background in producing events…

Experience

1. Co-curator, Licensee

   Tedxlincoln

   Nov 2012 — Present · Lincoln, NE, US

   TEDxLincolnAs the Licensee and Co- Curator for TEDxLincoln I work with a team of hard-working volunteers who strive to make a community where thoughtful discourse can occur. Involved in top-level decisions about the direction of TEDxLincoln, I am excited to be able to make a difference in our community. My role is to mentor, ideate, organize make connections in the community, and fundraise. TEDxLincoln seeks to provide opportunities in Nebraska for people to share ideas. Created in the spirit of TED’s mission, “ideas worth spreading.” Our events are planned and coordinated with support from individuals and organizations from across Nebraska. From main-stage events, to youth and women’s events to salons, we provide a variety of opportunities for people to come together.TEDYouth@Lincoln has held events in since 2013. As the curator, I manage the nuts and bolts of production. From organizing teams with both youth and adults who do everything from choosing speakers, to coaching, working with talent, managing logistics and interactive activities. I love to inspire youth and encourage them to develop useful skills through their volunteer work.TEDxLincoln Main has been having an annual main stage event since 2011 with themes ranging from innovation in business to rethinking change to disruption. TEDxLincolnWomen has been held in conjunction with the live stream of TEDWomen and with local speakers. We have had much success in engaging our community around this topic and will continue to hold these events as well as help our community develop strategies to further connect.TEDxLincoln Salon events have been held in various locales in Lincoln and revolve around relevant TED talks, local speakers, and subject matter to encourage dialog and civil

Education

• University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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