Media Innovator & TED Curator; Author of "TED Talks" & "Infectious Generosity"; Founder of Future Publishing

New York, NY, USA
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Chris Anderson Biography

Chris Anderson is a British-American journalist, publisher, and entrepreneur recognized for his role as curator of TED, the nonprofit organization dedicated to spreading ideas and influencing global intellectual culture. After graduating from Oxford University and training as a journalist, Anderson launched more than 100 magazines and websites before focusing on TED. His early career included work in newspapers and radio, producing a world news service in the Seychelles, and founding Future Publishing in the United Kingdom, initially concentrating on computer-related publications before expanding into music, video games, cycling, and design.

Anderson later moved to the United States and established Imagine Media, which published Business 2.0 magazine and launched IGN, a gaming website. He merged Imagine with Future Publishing, taking the combined company public in London. At its peak, the enterprise published 150 magazines and websites and employed 2,000 people. This success enabled Anderson to establish the Sapling Foundation, a nonprofit focused on addressing global challenges through media, technology, and entrepreneurship. Through the Sapling Foundation, Anderson acquired the TED Conference.

Under Anderson's leadership, TED evolved from an annual conference into a global media platform by making TED Talks freely available online, popularizing the 18-minute talk format, and expanding access to ideas from leading thinkers. TED's growth includes a flagship annual conference, TED Talks, original podcasts, and thousands of independently organized TEDx events. The organization's mantra, "ideas worth spreading," has contributed to TED Talks being viewed more than one billion times annually.

Anderson received the Edison Achievement Award for his commitment to innovation and published "TED Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking," a New York Times bestseller offering practical advice on public speaking. He was also awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Education by the University of Bath for his contributions to publishing, education, technology, and business. Anderson authored "Infectious Generosity: The Ultimate Idea Worth Spreading," exploring how technology can be harnessed for positive impact.

Anderson's work has transformed TED into a global platform for sharing ideas in technology, education, and media. Financially secure from his earlier career in tech publishing, Anderson did not draw a salary from TED and did not profit from transitioning its leadership, underscoring his commitment to the organization's mission.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/30/2026.

Chris Anderson Videos

It's Time for Infectious Generosity. Here's How | Chris Anderson | TED

It's Time for Infectious Generosity. Here's How | Chris Anderson | TED

What would happen to humanity if generosity went viral? Sharing transformative stories from around the world, head of TED Chris Anderson outlines why...

Official TED Guide to Public Speaking | Chris Anderson | Talks at Google

Official TED Guide to Public Speaking | Chris Anderson | Talks at Google

Chris Anderson, Head of TED, stops by Google Chicago for a fireside chat with Google's Jim Lecinski, VP - Sales & Service.

TED's secret to great public speaking | Chris Anderson

TED's secret to great public speaking | Chris Anderson

There's no single formula for a great talk, but there is a secret ingredient that all the best ones have in common. TED Curator Chris Anderson shares...

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