Ivrea is a city that has built its identity around innovation. Under Adriano Olivetti, it became a place where industry, culture, and community achieved a rare balance, anticipating development models that are still studied and recognized internationally today. Here, innovation has not been merely technological, but also social and cultural: a different way of thinking about business and its relationship with society.
It was against this backdrop that TEDxIvrea was created – the first TEDx event held in the city, designed to bring ideas, visions and experiences from a variety of fields to the local community.
Events like TEDxIvrea are made possible by local organizations that believe in supporting the community and its development. AXOL Server, a technology company founded and based in Ivrea, has also chosen to support TEDxIvrea as a sponsor, helping make the event possible and fostering dialogue among ideas, people, and different areas of expertise.
Why AXOL Server supports TEDxIvrea
Our support for TEDxIvrea stems from a natural connection with the local area and the culture of innovation that characterizes the city.
As Luca Ferrario, CEO of AXOL Server, explains: “Supporting TEDxIvrea was a natural decision. Ivrea has a unique history linked to its ability to think differently. Events like this create opportunities for people and expertise to come together, allowing the exchange of experiences to lead to new ideas and collaborations.”
TEDxIvrea: the city’s first TEDx event
TEDxIvrea brings the international TEDx format to the city, creating a space for ideas worth spreading and new perspectives. TEDx events bring together speakers from a variety of fields who share projects, experiences and visions designed to inspire the audience.
The theme chosen for the 2026 edition is Rebel Garden. The image of the rebel garden symbolizes the growth of unconventional ideas and the ability to drive change through creativity and cross-pollination across disciplines. It is a concept that echoes the cultural heritage of Ivrea, a city that, throughout its history, has often experimented with new models of business, innovation, and development.
Where and when is TEDxIvrea taking place?
TEDxIvrea will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the G. Giacosa Theatre in the heart of Ivrea, and will bring together speakers from a variety of fields for a day dedicated to sharing ideas, experiences and visions.
The program features talks and personal stories focused on innovation, culture, and society.
Full details, including guest speakers and how to take part, are available on the event’s official website.
