Stephanie Rogers is the host and creator of Story Jam and Story Serenade, two acclaimed live lit, live music shows which feature diverse personal narrative storytellers and original songs that echo each story.

With a team of talented coaches, writers, performers, and producers, Story Jam Studio offers nonfiction workshops, classes, and retreats which help companies, individuals, and organizations use storytelling to enhance performance, win slams, develop marketing and sales initiatives, share personal experiences, and improve corporate culture.

After graduating with a theatre degree from Northwestern University, Steph acted in television, theatre, commercials, and films while singing in indie rock bands and event orchestras. She is an award-winning storyteller and songwriter who has released three full albums and has performed on hundreds of stages. Several of her stories have been featured in recent personal narrative anthologies.

In 2020, Steph acquired a master’s degree in written communication from National Louis University, the pursuit of which prompted her to expand Story Jam Studio’s programming and create outlets for many people to find and craft their personal stories.

It is her goal to connect people from different backgrounds through the art of personal narrative storytelling, and to build upon those connections by providing a safe, creative space for people to share their life stories.

Current projects include: producing shows for Story Jam, recording a fourth album, organizing and leading classes for Story Jam Studio, creating a book of stories from Story Jam Studio classes, and directing solo performances.

Steph is also a racket sports enthusiast, and can be found on tennis, pickle, and padel courts around the globe.