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Bigger Stages.
Bigger Stories.
Bigger Impact.
Make A Scene Live!
A storytelling + public speaking experience in Chicago
October 8 and 9, 2025 
with Mike Ganino
Command attention the moment you step on stage – before you even say a word!

The one thing separating you from the greatness you see for yourself is your ability to tell the kinds of stories that draw them in in a way that they can't ignore. This is the alchemy of personal storytelling + stage presence. And when you start mixing the two -- you'll gain access to a first class ticket to your destiny.


Join me for a two day experience and I'll show you how. This is not another 'death by PowerPoint' workshop – it's an immersive performance transformation. This is a full-body experience where you will get focused and direct feedback to help you tap into the magnetic energy of you and your story.

"Mike’s advice has immediately made me more compelling, more motivational, more relatable, and more myself.

I never bring a talk to the stage without working through it with Mike first."
- Laura Gassner Otting

THE TWO DAY AGENDA

Here's what you can expect:

  • Own any room with stories so magnetic, your audience forgets to check their phones


  • Master your physical presence to own every room you walk into -- become an irresistible messenger before you even open your mouth.


  • Unleash the full potential of your voice so you can amplify the impact you make with the way you sound.


  • Power up your stage presence by learning how to tie it all together so that you show up and find that #mikedropmoment every time.


  • Due to the intensive coaching format, spots are strictly limited.

Two days of masterclassing + workshopping to turn your stories into the kind that audiences remember long after the curtain closes, nosh on top-shelf food with a private chef, and get all the support you need to level up.
About your host (hi, it's me -- Mike)

Why do we always have such existential crisis when we have to write these things about ourselves? But I wrote this the other day for a new poetry membership I joined... and I kind of think if sums it up:


"I blend filmmaking, theater, movement, and the psychology of becoming to help people embody their stories on stages, airwaves, and screens. 


 The SEO gurus call me a "public speaking coach" but I'm fairly uninterested in questions like "what should be on my slide deck" and "what should I do with my hands" and far more interested in "how do I fall back in my love with my voice" and "how do I share my really important ideas with my full self-expression?" and "where did I learn how to show up when I show up in front of other people with something to say?"

About the venue
Make A Scene Live is being hosted in Chicago's West Loops at Catalyst Ranch

The space is fertile ground for your big ideas + magnetic stories to blossom. 

Your ticket includes breakfast + lunch daily as well as the AFTER PARTY on Thursday night (10/9).

Catalyst Ranch is both a Woman Owned and Green Venue -- because putting our money where our values is matters. 
EXCLUSIVE VIP ADD ON AVAILABLE -Girl & The Goat

ONLY 10 2 SPOTS AVAILABLE

As one of Chicago’s iconic restaurants, Girl & the Goat is not just a place to dine; it’s where exceptional food meets exceptional service.

Join me at one of the hottest tickets in town for dinner on Tuesday night before event starting at 5pm. 

We will sit at the exclusive "King's Table" right next to the kitchen and share a menu that was selected for us by Top Chef Winner -- Stephanie Izard.

Grab you spot at the table below!
Mike provides the invaluable gift of attention and deep care mixed with his decades of training, instinct and skill so I can nail my keynote, feel in control of my energy, my craft and more deeply connected with the audience. Confidence infusion!
 - Amber Lilyestrom
This experience is perfect for…
Public speakers who are ready to tap into the next level in their storytelling and stage presence to bring even more dynamism to your work.

  Coaches and entrepreneurs who want to tap into storytelling (on stage, on screen, on audio) to become their audience's favorite.

  Anyone ready to connect deeper with their personal stories and use their movement + voice to help transform their relationships 
WHAT’S INCLUDED

➤ 2 full days of masterclass and workshop style storytelling + public speaking training with me (Mike Ganino) (no boring lectures here)

 ➤ Gorgeous venue space to allow you to flex your "Make A Scene" energy and step into your "Legend Era"

 ➤ Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and daytime beverages to keep your creative juices flowing


➤ A Chicago-themed swag bag full of some of my favorite daily use items (and I'm a Taurus ruled by Venus -- so I'm bougie) 

➤ The EVERYONE IS VIP after party on Thursday evening so you can take your connections even deeper
You are only as good as your ability to communicate your big ideas in a way that audiences can't ignore. You owe your audience that kind of experience. You owe your big idea that kind of crafting. And -- most importantly -- you owe yourself the feeling of knowing you left nothing on the table.

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Investment $2000

*Payment Plan Available*


WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:

Flights

Hotel (see below for ideas)

Ground

FAQ
  • I have a special dietary need -- will I be ok?
    Probably -- our host venue includes a private chef who can likely accomodate. And I will work with you to get you something you can enjoy (even if we need to order it in for you -- because a Legend needs their sustenance).

    I will be sharing the final menu for the breakfasts, lunches, and snacks about a week before the event -- and we can connect if you something different.

    If you have a specific allergy that *can not be even in the building* with us -- please confirm with me before purchase so I can make sure we can accomodate.
  • Will this help me write an entire keynote or TEDx talk?
    Maybe. While the specific plan isn't to cover the full crafting a keynote (we would need more time or a private VIP day for you), this will help you understand the outlining of a talk so it's transformational and will help you to craft the stories you need so you can fill in the rest with the other notes + ideas for your audience.
  • What is the cancellation policy?
    Once you commit to your ticket, I am taking that spot off the table for other people. However, if you want to transfer your ticket to a friend or someone in your community -- I am happy to help you get them signed up in your place.

    Think of this like buying tickets to Taylor Swift or Beyonce or Hamilton. Once you pay -- it is your ticket.
  • Where should I stay?
    Nearby hotels include:

    - The Emily
    - Nobu
    - The Hoxton
    - Crowne Plaza West Loop
    - Homewood Suites Fulton Market
    - And about 50 other hotels within a short distance in Chicago's loop, River North, or West Loop

    Catalyst Ranch is located at 656 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661

    You can check out more hotel recommendations here: https://catalystranch.com/lodging/
  • Will I be required to speak in front of the other people?
    I'm not gonna force you to -- but that is definitely the vibe of this experience. We will be working on small groups, large groups, and I will be masterclassing -- which means you might have a chance to speak in front of everyone with me coaching you on-the-spot to help you make a rapid transformation.
  • I have more questions!
    Let's chat! You can either DM me on Instagram (I'm @mikeganino) or send me an email at mike@mikeganino.com

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    ➤ Two days of masterclass and workshop style storytelling + public speaking training


     ➤ Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks & Daytime Drinks 


     ➤ Chicago themed swag bag with some of Mike's favorite things (please don't sue me, Oprah)


     ➤ Thursday After Party to celebrate

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