In TEDxAustin’s third year, we brought you a theme that never felt more relevant: BEYOND MEASURE. As technology and access to information advanced at dizzying speeds, we considered the implications of growth and complexity on the way we live. We pondered spaces in which our stunning capacity to measure and act helped us lead richer, more creative and interconnected lives.

There were two official TEDxAustin Events on the same day, both of which were invitation only and required pre-registration. The official LIVE TEDxAustin Beyond Measure event unfolded at the Austin Music Hall, which we transformed into a full-on, full-sensory TEDxAustin experience. The official TEDxAustin Beyond Measure SIMULCAST was hosted by CompassLearning, featuring a screening of the live event and an exciting interactive experience. Whether on-stage or on-screen, we had a line-up of dynamic speakers and performers, invited for their ability to inspire and engage. Our carefully curated audience, was full of energy and ready to engage with other active people with big ideas to exchange.

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Can’t wait to relive the excitement? We know the feeling. Photos and videos of the 2012 event are coming soon. In the meantime, here’s a little something to tide you over: a retrospective look at TEDxAustin Play Big and Right Now. See what it’s like to spend a day immersed in “ideas worth spreading”. Here’s a hint: it rocks.