TEDxSpokane

Meet Riley Yates, a 2026 TEDxSpokane Speaker! Riley is a Spokane-based young author who started writing in eighth grade and hasn’t looked back. With three self-published novels under his belt and a fourth in the works, Riley is on a mission to tell stories that matter. He founded a creative writing club at his high school and speaks regularly at local schools, inspiring others to discover the stories within themselves.
When he’s not writing, you’ll find him on the tennis court, playing pickleball, or mastering the bagpipes! At TEDxSpokane 2026, Riley will explore the transformative power of storytelling—and why every voice, no matter the age, holds value. Don’t miss Riley and our full speaker lineup. Limited tickets are still available; https://tedxspokane.com/