Sponsors
A special thanks to our 2024 sponsors!
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TEDxWilmette 2025 Sponsors
Platinum Sponsor
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Optima Verdana®️
For those seeking an exceptional lifestyle on Chicago’s North Shore, Optima Verdana® offers one-, two-, three-bedroom, and penthouse residences that merge inspired design, breathtaking natural beauty, unparalleled service, and a strong sense of community to create a flawlessly curated experience. Residents of Optima Verdana can indulge in an elevated lifestyle where a carefully curated collection of amenities and services accentuate every moment. From the richly appointed rooftop sky deck to the active pursuits within the residents’ club, there are endless ways to pursue your passions.
Gold Sponsor
Coco Harris, COMPASS
Coco Harris is a dynamic real estate agent with a proven track record of success. Coco combines creativity and an unwavering drive to exceed client expectations to achieve remarkable results in the ever-evolving real estate market. When partnering with Coco your real estate goals become her #1 priority. Whether working with first-time or experienced buyers and sellers, she will adapt to each client’s needs. Coco offers an unparalleled level of service with deep market knowledge, staging assistance, one-of-a-kind marketing, process expertise and strong negotiation skills. Buying and selling a home shouldn’t be an intimidating experience ~ Coco will work hard to make it a fun one too!
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Meg & Katie Group, COMPASS
Meg + Katie Group continues to be ALL IN sponsoring TEDxWilmette for the fifth year! Meg McGuinness + Katie Hauser joined forces at Compass 6 years ago, bringing values of teamwork, market knowledge & positivity to the North Shore real estate market. Clients remark on their “fantastic communication skills,” “great energy & diligence,” “kindness, responsiveness, knowledge & humor!" Meg + Katie raised families in Wilmette and remain active members of this incredible community. They are in the top 1% of North Shore Realtors, and are recognized for volunteering with Family Promise, teaching Keys to Good Tenancy, a curriculum providing families facing homelessness with the skills to be good tenants.
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North Shore Community Bank
North Shore Community Bank & Trust provides banking solutions specifically created for our area. Whether you’re looking for a checking account for yourself, a first savings account for your child, or a loan for your business, we’re here for you with personalized solutions and friendly service.
We believe a bank should be a true asset to the area it serves, which is why we’re proud to host financial education courses, community events, and even neighborhood cookouts. We’re not just in this community, we’re an active, contributing part of it, and we do our part to help Wilmette thrive.
North Shore Community Bank & Trust is a branch of Wintrust Bank. Member FDIC.
Silver Sponsor
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Central Station Coffee & Tea
Born out of a love for hospitality and community, Central Station Coffee & Tea is Wilmette’s premiere gathering spot where people come to work, visit and spend their time. We offer the finest selection of espresso, tea, pastries, and fare, as well as many collaborations with other local businesses and community groups. We welcome you to come visit and spend some time with us.
In-Kind Sponsor
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WR Type
WR Type has been providing the Chicagoland area with graphic arts and services for over forty years. They offer a variety of services to meet all your printing needs. Visit our website www.wrimaging.com for more information.