Richard Saul Wurman
Richard Saul Wurman is an American architect and graphic designer, best known as the founder of the TED conference in 1984, which he envisioned as a platform for sharing ideas at the intersection of technology, entertainment, and design. After stepping down in 2001, he has continued to influence the fields of design and information architecture, focusing on how to communicate complex ideas simply and effectively. Wurman's contributions have laid the groundwork for the modern TED format that emphasizes storytelling and accessibility.
Born on Mar 02, 1931 (94 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 154,674 | $21,000,000 | 9,813$ |
| Totals | 1 | 331,002,651 | 154,674 | $21,000,000 | 9,813$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Gehry discussed his work with TED founder Richard Saul Wurman in a 2008 discussion.
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Richard Saul Wurman is the founder of the TED conference.
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Germany:
Richard Saul Wurman is the founder of the TED conference.
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