RESUME
Steffani Raff
Storyteller, Author, Coach, Facilitator, Consultant, Speaker
Steffani's stories surprise with unexpected humor, heart, and wisdom. Her voice is captivating and the images she paints with words will immerse you into whatever story she tells. Steffani’s warmth and genuine delight for people encompasses each audience to create a unique and memorable experience.
Steffani has performed and taught storytelling in a variety of settings since 1997. Her innovative ideas, interactive teaching style and sense of humor make her an excellent facilitator. She has extensive knowledge and mastery of a powerful technique called Image Streaming, A natural teacher and mentor, people leave her workshops feeling energized and empowered.
Steffani’s first book, “The Ravenous Gown: And 14 More Tales about Real Beauty” won a Storytelling World Award in 2016. The Deseret News called Steffani’s stories, “clever, humorous, thought-provoking tales.”
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Professional EXPERIENCE
Performance
Experience
National Storytelling Conference
Timpanogos Storytelling Festival
Weber State Storytelling Festival
Zions Storytelling Festival
UVU Forum on Engaged Reading
National Genealogical Society Conference
Salt Lake Community College, Keynote
Federation for Genealogical Societies, Banquet
Moab Multicultural Center
Oneida County Library
Utah Valley Symphony
BYU Museum of Art
Utah Lake Festival
SCERA Star Awards Gala
Orem City Reads Program
Utah Arts Festival
Utah Performing Arts Tour
A.R.T.S. inc Elementary School Assemblies
Workshop Experience
Kickstart Venture Capital Firm
National Storytelling Conference
Timpanogos Storytelling Conference
Moab Multicultural Center
PBS/KBYU Ready to Learn
Segullah Writers’ Retreat
Story Crossroads
Education
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
Brigham Young University