Ty Tan is a junior at Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas in Nevada, where he serves as President of the school's speech and debate team and competes in Extemporaneous Speaking.

Ty first became involved with Equality in Forensics through the 2024 Summer Camp in Extemporaneous Speaking. Following the program, he competed in scrimmages, joined the Red Folder staff, and later advanced to the role of Associate Editor. Throughout his time with the organization, he has contributed across a variety of programs, including judging tournaments, writing Extemporaneous Speaking question packets, and supporting educational initiatives for students nationwide.

As a coach for the Spring 2026 Extemp Advanced Lab, Ty worked directly with students to strengthen research, analysis, and speaking skills. Drawing on experience across nearly every level of the organization, he now serves as Equality in Forensics' Speech Director, where he helps oversee speech programming, develop educational resources, and expand opportunities for competitors across the country.