About
Joanna runs story circles in libraries, city halls and boardrooms, and believes shared stories are the roads and bridges of a healthy community.
She teaches leaders how to listen first and how to tell stories that invite people in.
Key topics
01
Listening as leadership
Practical habits for leaders who want to hear what is not being said.
02
Story circles
A simple format for bringing divided groups together.
Past events
- 2026
Keynote: The Stories We Build On
National Civic Summit · Denver
- 2025
Workshop: Story Circles at Work
Pacific Leadership Forum · Seattle
Travel & format
Travels from
Portland, USA
Willing to travel to
AmericasEurope
Formats
VirtualIn person
AvailabilityComing soon
Speakers will be able to share the dates they're open for bookings here.
VideosComing soon
Recordings of Joanna's talks will appear here.
