Rolling Green Country Club

Founded in 1924, Rolling Green Country Club’s purpose, then and now, is to promote the game of golf and good fellowship among its Members and non-Members alike. We offer fun for everyone, including luxurious private events, golf instruction, leagues and tournaments, as well as a variety of Member-only events from holiday brunches and dining traditions to golf clinics, kids’ events and more. As you join us for TEDxArlington Heights, we hope you enjoy the event and look forward to seeing you again in the future!

Peaceful Luck Media

Peaceful Luck Media is a full-service media and marketing company dedicated to creating transformative content and driving meaningful brand growth. We specialize in delivering tailored, high-impact solutions across these core areas: Content Development & Production -  We craft compelling content that resonates. From articles and videos to podcasts and documentaries, we create stories that engage, inspire, and connect audiences with your brand. Brand Integration & Development - We help you build and elevate your brand identity. We don’t just create content; we create results. Our combination of creativity, strategy, and execution ensures that your brand stands out, engages its audience, and drives meaningful growth.

The Girl in Overalls Photography

If I were to ask you about your favorite photo, most likely it’s the one that carries vulnerability—something honest and unguarded. That has drawn me in since I was a kid with a Polaroid in hand. My intention is to photograph your highest self, so when you look at an image you see not just how you look, but who you truly are. I believe beauty lives in the quiet things: the pause before a laugh, the softness in someone’s eyes, the feeling of light resting on a face. Some people step back from the camera, aware of how revealing it can be. For me, that is the heart of photography. I’m drawn to the truths that appear when someone lets go, when their spirit shows through. Being trusted to witness that and reflect it back is the gift I hope every photograph carries.

Waident Technology Solutions

Waident is a SOC 2 cybersecurity and IT provider supporting small and midsized businesses in Chicago, Milwaukee, and across the Midwest.  We help organizations keep their people productive, their enterprise running, and their data safe.

Since 2004, Waident has taken a people-first approach to IT, combining responsive support with cybersecurity, IT strategy, cloud solutions, backup and recovery, and proactive technology management. Companies that depend on IT as a strategic business tool don’t want IT “cowboys” with a break-fix attitude and a “this-might-work” approach to solutions. Pragmatic business owners demand a more strategic, proven approach to IT. Waident delivers it.

Picklr

At The Picklr Mount Prospect, we believe the best communities are built through connection. As the premier indoor pickleball club in the Midwest, we are proud to sponsor TEDx Arlington Heights. Beyond our 14 premium indoor courts, we provide a vibrant, welcoming space where locals and businesses come together to play, connect, and thrive. Whether you are joining us for daily open play, a friendly match, or just learning the game, you’ll find an amazing community waiting for you. Stop by our table today to say hello and learn how we’re serving up connection in our neighborhood!

Swish House

Swish House is a basketball fitness company for adults where basketball, fitness, and community collide. We fuse team shooting competitions and high‑energy basketball fitness drills into an experience that feels more like a team practice than a traditional gym session. Every class is coach‑led, fast‑paced, non‑contact, and designed to build confidence while sharpening skills for players of all abilities and fitness levels. Swish House is where adults return to the game they love, build real connections, and push themselves in an environment that’s electric, inclusive, and unforgettable.

Acelytics

Acelytics Consulting is a boutique consulting firm specializing in advanced analytics, strategy, and transformation. We serve companies that are seeking to grow and maximize their potential. Our team successfully developed business intelligence capabilities at many global companies including PepsiAmericas, PepsiCo, Grant Thornton, and IRI (Circana). We deliver solutions that are impactful and tailored to the unique needs of our clients. Beyond our success with BI implementations, we are experts in operations planning, AI, digital transformation initiatives, finance, and go-to-market strategies. We help organizations transform complexity into opportunity. 

Y & M Serur

For three consecutive years, the Serur Family has fueled the TEDxArlington Heights vision through consistent, committed partnership. Their purposeful giving helps move ideas forward and create space for voices that matter. With gratitude, we celebrate their support as a powerful force in bringing Ideas Worth Spreading to our community. 

Proceed Innovative

How does a business get found when the way people search is constantly changing? That question drives the team at Proceed Innovative, a Google Partner digital marketing agency that has helped generate more than $350 million in estimated revenue and 1.2 million tracked leads. Since 2008, the agency has guided growing businesses through every major shift in search, from the rise of mobile to the arrival of AI-powered answer engines. Today Proceed Innovative combines Search Engine Optimization, paid advertising, and AI visibility strategies for clients in home care, legal, financial, B2B services, and home services. Based in Schaumburg, Illinois, the team is honored to join a community that celebrates curiosity, innovation, and ideas that move people forward.

Move Productions

MOVE Productions is a family-owned youth theater company in Barrington, founded in 2019 by a family of performers with a shared love of the arts. Led by sisters and Barrington High School alumni, MOVE offers productions, workshops, and theater training that give young performers opportunities to learn, collaborate, and shine. This fall, their production of Annie Jr. takes the stage November 19–21 at Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center in Palatine. A TEDxArlington Heights partner for three years, MOVE shares a passion for creativity, storytelling, and community, helping people discover their voices and experience the joy of bringing something to life.

BCU

For more than 45 years, BCU has helped individuals and families achieve financial well-being through trusted guidance, personalized service, and member-first solutions. As a not-for-profit credit union, BCU is owned by its members, not shareholders. That means earnings are returned to members through competitive rates, lower fees, and valuable financial services.

More than a financial institution, BCU is your community credit union, committed to helping neighbors and families thrive. Whether you’re looking for a checking or savings account, auto loan, mortgage, credit card, or financial wellness resources, BCU is here to support your goals at every stage of life. As a member of the community, you and your family are eligible to join for free. 

Lollipop Balloon Co.

At Lollipop Balloon Co., we believe balloons are more than just decorations—they’re a way to bring people together, celebrate milestones, and turn ordinary moments into unforgettable memories.

Founded in 2021 in Arlington Heights, Lollipop Balloon Co. is a woman-owned small business built on creativity, passion, and a love for celebrating life’s special moments. From intimate gatherings to large corporate events, we love transforming spaces and bringing ideas to life.

We’re proud to be part of the Arlington Heights community and believe that even the smallest details can make a big impact. Because at the end of the day, life is worth celebrating!

Mastermind Escape Games

Mastermind Escape Games brings people together through shared adventures at two Schaumburg locations. Across rooms ranging from suspenseful and scary to historic and fantastical, players follow clues, make discoveries, and see what happens when they think together. Our game masters are part of the experience, interacting with groups and offering live clues as each story unfolds. Whether for a team outing, a date night, a school group, or time with friends, Mastermind Escape Games offers a chance to step into something unfamiliar and see where curiosity takes you.

State Farm: Danny Chung Agency

As a State Farm agent, I enjoy helping people protect what matters most to them, whether it’s their family, their home, or their future. For me, insurance is more than just policies and coverage. It’s about building relationships, earning trust, and being there for people when they need someone they can count on. I also believe in giving back to the community and supporting opportunities that bring people together. That’s why I’m excited to partner with TEDxArlingtonHeights. I love the idea of people sharing their experiences, challenging the way we think, and inspiring others through their stories. 

Stretch Zone

Modern life takes a heavy physical toll. Whether you are sitting at a desk for eight hours, managing a hectic household, or staying active, daily stress patterns cause muscles to tighten, shorten, and fatigue. Stretch Zone offers a universal remedy through professional, practitioner-assisted stretching. Our certified specialists utilize a patented stabilization system to safely target deep-seated stiffness, correct postural imbalances, and restore fluid movement. By relieving the chronic tension built up from sedentary screen time and daily routines, we help people reclaim their energy, move without restriction, and live more comfortably.

Brunch Cafe

Brunch Cafe Arlington Heights is a local gathering place where delicious food brings people together. Family owned and operated, they serve breakfast and lunch favorites with creative twists, welcoming friends, families, and neighbors around the table. From everyday catchups to special celebrations, their restaurant and catering services help make gathering easy and memorable. As a founding partner of TEDxArlington Heights for four years, Brunch Cafe has helped nourish a community built on curiosity, connection, and ideas worth spreading. 

Atlas Engineering

Founded in 2007 by husband-and-wife team, Natalia and Eyad Homedi, Atlas Engineering Group, Ltd. (Atlas) reflects their shared passion for engineering and community. Headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois, with a Chicago office, Atlas is a woman-owned consulting engineering and land surveying firm of 61 professionals servicing the region through transportation and infrastructure projects. Atlas continues to grow and serve the community through the dedication, collaboration, and technical expertise of its teams.

Ace Hardware

Matt’s Ace Hardware in Arlington Heights brings kindness, practical know-how, and a welcoming spirit to every project. Their team loves helping neighbors find the supplies and solutions they need, making the store a helpful resource for the community. For three years, they have partnered with TEDxArlington Heights, providing supplies that help turn creative stage designs into reality. Whether helping with a household project or supporting a local event, they bring the same friendly service and willingness to help.

Edward Jones: Heather Chron

Heather Chron is a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones who has proudly served the Arlington Heights community for four years. Drawing on more than 20 years in education as a teacher, school counselor, and administrator, Heather brings an educator’s heart to financial advising. She is passionate about helping individuals and families gain clarity, confidence, and peace of mind as they navigate important financial decisions.

Whether discussing finances or engaging with her community, Heather believes knowledge creates confidence and possibility, and she proudly supports TEDx Arlington Heights in inspiring connection, curiosity, and positive change.

Nino’s Pizzeria

Nino’s Pizzeria & Catering has been serving Buffalo Grove and neighboring communities since 1987. Family owned and operated, Nino’s offers pizza, pasta, sandwiches, salads, and Italian favorites, plus catering for office lunches, family celebrations, and special events. Whether feeding a small team or planning a bigger gathering, Nino’s makes sharing a delicious meal easy. As a local business, Nino’s values the relationships built with customers and neighbors over the years. Supporting TEDxArlington Heights is another way to connect with that community, helping bring together the people and ideas that make our corner of the northwest suburbs a place to grow.