Hey, friend.

I’m Dana Black. I’m a public speaking and performance coach, TEDxChicago speaker delivery coach, emcee, moderator, storyteller, SAG-AFTRA actor, former host of I Swear on My Mother’s Grave podcast, only child, Virgo, Michigan dweller, and a lover of oat milk lattes, lakes, laughter through tears, and extra-large hoop earrings.

Glad you’re here.

In Person Events

  • Let Her Speak Class Showcase

    Dec 4, 2025 @ 5:30 PM
    City Opera House - Traverse City

    This 3-month long class for female business leaders culminates in a final showcase, where students present on how they have learned to use their voice!

    Come join us and support these amazing humans! It’s free. Show starts at 5:30 PM.

    Learn More

  • Workshop with TAHRA

    Jan 13, 2026 @ 12:00 PM Traverse City

    Kick off the new year, with this interactive, hands-on workshop for HR professionals. Master the art of connection—through storytelling vulnerable HR wins and fails, realistic role play with employees, and skill-building in voice, tone, body language and emotional intelligence.

    Learn to stay curious (within legal boundaries!), communicate with compassion and strengthen the trust you build everyday between employer and employee.

    Register Here