Ari Maron is a partner in MRN Ltd. a family owned real estate development, construction and management company based in Cleveland, Ohio. MRN specializes in the development, merchandising, leasing, financing, construction and operation of complex and creative urban developments. Mr. Maron serves as a board member of the Downtown Cleveland Alliance, Parkworks and the Historic Gateway Neighborhood Corporation. About TEDx, x=independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)

1. Seattle

2. Toronto

3. London

4. Boston

5. Washington, D.C.

6. Cleveland Orchestra

7. West Side Market

8. 81,588

9. Public Square

10. High Speed Rail

11. Public Square

12. Midtown Tech Park

13. West Side Market

14. Uptown

15. Uptown

16. Uptown

17. East 4th Street

18. East 4th Street