On June 8th, something notable is happening in Venice, California. A full-day experience designed to encourage fresh perspectives, challenge the status quo, and inspire souls, this event has the potential to be one of the most high-profile, high-impact TEDx experiences in recent memory. But this is just the beginning.

The KINN, a sanctuary for conscious entrepreneurs and changemakers, has established itself as a creative hub in Venice Beach. Now, it’s evolving into something more—a growing hub for public speaking, powerful ideas, and purpose-driven businesses. Through this event, monthly The KINN Talks, and ongoing speaker training, The KINN is fostering an ecosystem where everyday people and bold leaders alike can find their voice, share their message, and contribute to real change.

Where Ideas Flourish and Voices Rise

Set against the cultural pulse of Venice, this dual-stage event brings together a dynamic mix of global influencers and local voices. You’ll hear from respected figures and changemakers like actor and activist Billy Baldwin, homelessness expert Dr. Robert Marbut, and former Maryland Lieutenant Governor Kathleen Kennedy Townsend. Alongside them: emerging voices from around the world, chosen through a global open call for their thought-provoking, potentially transformative ideas.

It’s not just about the names—it’s about the messages. Attendees will encounter doctors, artists, activists, and visionaries who speak with urgency and authenticity. These aren’t rehearsed monologues. They’re powerful insights. Conversations you rarely hear anywhere else. Ideas that may stay with you long after the event ends.

The KINN’s Vision: Supporting Leaders

For those ready to go deeper, The KINN is offering intensive public speaking workshops starting July 8, led by renowned coach Richard Greene. With experience coaching world leaders and organizing TEDx events, Greene brings decades of expertise to help participants develop stage presence, storytelling, and the power of voice. Find out more here.

A Space for Meaningful Conversations

Why this? Why now?

“The world is changing fast,” say The KINN’s founders. “And we see potential in the idea that the next wave of solutions could emerge from individuals.” This belief is core to The KINN’s mission: creating spaces where everyday people can share stories that heal, provoke, and inspire.

Hosting TEDxPacific Avenue aligns with this vision. As a place already dedicated to conscious entrepreneurs and visionaries, The KINN is well-suited to amplify truth-tellers, whether they’re seasoned professionals or people sharing their story for the first time.

Collaborating with Richard Greene, Rhonda Swan, and WILD Global Inc. has added depth to the project. “This isn’t just a speaker series—it’s a meaningful space for transformation,” The KINN team explains. “Richard and Rhonda help people not just speak, but be heard. When you combine deep political insight with fierce entrepreneurial energy, you create something truly unique.”

The Emerging Legacy

At its core, TEDxPacific Avenue is about supporting the next generation of leaders—not just those with titles, but those with vision. The KINN hopes attendees will leave with clarity, confidence, and a renewed sense of purpose. This event, and the community surrounding it, is designed to be a launchpad for fearless creativity and conscious collaboration.

“We want people to understand that leadership starts with the decision to show up and speak,” say the founders. “We’re here to help people do just that.”

How to Get Involved

If you’ve ever felt called to share your story but weren’t sure where to begin, The KINN has a message: Start where you are. You don’t need to be perfect—just honest. The community is open to those who are ready to be seen and heard.

Membership applications are available at www.thekinn.co, and registration for the July 8 public speaking workshop with Richard Greene is now open. Spaces are limited, and interest is already growing.

Whether you want to stand on a stage, refine your leadership voice, or simply witness a day of memorable ideas, TEDxPacific Avenue is your invitation to be part of something significant.

It’s not just a day. It’s the start of a movement.