Time: Networking: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; Workshop with Scott Whitehair: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Venue: Evanston Township High School (Alumni Hall) — 1600 Dodge Ave, Evanston IL, 60201

Directions: Guests should park in visitor spaces in Lot #2 off Wildkit Drive (between Lake and Church streets) in the back of the school. Guests will need to check in at Door #2 and should bring their ID.

Program Description: Storytelling is a crucial component of human communication, whether at a lectern in front of an auditorium of policymakers or at a picnic table during a backyard cookout. The good news is that you were born to tell stories and have been doing so all of your life. The even better news is that you can always continue to develop your skill set and voice as a storyteller. In this engaging, participatory workshop, we'll explore some storytelling philosophy, tips, and tools that can immediately be applied to the storytelling you do in all areas of your work and social life. No experience necessary other than being a human.

Speaker Bio: Scott Whitehair is a Chicago storyteller, producer, and teaching artist. He is the producer of This Much Is True, now in its 17th year, the creator of Story Lab Chicago, which has put 900+ new or first time tellers on stage since 2011, co-host of Story Vroom Vroom, Evanston's monthly storytelling party, and the director of Do Not Submit, a series of community open mics all over Chicagoland designed to connect neighbors through storytelling. Scott has performed at events and festivals all over the country and for radio, podcasts, and TV. He has taught a perpetually sold out monthly class for over 12 years, and spends his days helping companies, organizations, and individuals to develop their voices and stories. Scott is a proud 2024 Meier Achievement Award Winner.

Membership: Only $50 /year for 10 programs plus other PIDN benefits.

Drop-In: $20 per program ($15 for professionals new to the field)