First impressions matter—and the stories you tell can leave a lasting impact. Whether you’re networking, pitching to investors, or representing your company at a conference, the right story can accelerate relationship building, foster trust, and create stronger connections. Join Amanda Delheimer, Artistic Director of 2nd Story, for Make Your Story Work for You: Storytelling as a Networking Tool, a hands-on workshop where participants will learn how to craft and deliver memorable stories that resonate with different audiences.

In this interactive session, you’ll learn (and practice!):
How stories differ from simple information sharing
How to source personal and professional experiences to create compelling stories
How to adjust your story for different audiences, timeframes, and contexts
How to answer questions dynamically using a story rather than static facts

📅 Date: February 12, 2026
🕑 Time: 2:30 PM
📍 Location: mHUB Chicago: 1623 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612, US
👩‍🏫 About the Instructor: Amanda Delheimer (she/her)
Amanda has led 2nd Story as Artistic Director since 2007, facilitating storytelling and narrative-based workshops for businesses and organizations nationally. She specializes in helping teams build empathy, connection, and human-centered workplace cultures. Amanda has been recognized as a leader in Chicago’s arts community, including New City’s Players 50 List of Advocates & Changemakers.

🏢 About 2nd Story & StoryBuilds:
2nd Story is a Chicago-based arts organization that believes sharing stories strengthens connection. Through StoryBuilds, they help businesses, nonprofits, and teams:
Build confident communicators and compelling messengers
Cultivate inclusive, values-driven cultures
Lead with authenticity, clarity, and empathy

🎯 Perfect for:
Entrepreneurs, business leaders, professionals, and anyone who wants to make their story a powerful tool for networking, presentations, and building lasting relationships.

Learn to tell your story with impact, confidence, and clarity—and watch your professional connections transform.