Katie Norregaard (she/her) is a children’s music songwriter and performer based in Chicago. She’s been described as “if Mister Rogers and AOC had a kid”. Katie produces videos online under “Miss Katie Sings” and has been featured on platforms such as TODAY and Upworthy. She believes strongly in using music to support social-emotional learning, creative play, cultural education, and justice. In addition to creating videos, Katie writes and composes theatrical pieces for young audiences. Her most recent co-creation was “In The Grove” with Filament Theatre — an immersive outdoor play for toddlers to connect with the forest, presented in partnership with Friends of the Forest Preserves. During the week, she performs her music at libraries, schools, events, and virtually for families across the world. When she’s not working, Katie loves going on walks, studying Arabic and Chinese, and exploring more of what it means to be a partner, friend, citizen, and neighbor.

Priya Shah is triggering social consciousness to challenge barriers and empower communities from the inside out. As a Chicago creative and entrepreneur, she has built a network of artists and collaborators dedicated to igniting social awareness and change through art and imagination. Shah began volunteering in developing countries at a young age, which inspired her to fill the gap between business and the social sector. She went on to earn degrees in both Accounting & Finance from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign, using her studies as an opportunity to deepen her understanding of diverse cultures and perspectives through international travel. After graduating she went on to work at Big Four Accounting firm, Ernst & Young, and finally Groupon, leading strategic planning in Operations. Shah’s passion for art and travel has fueled her purpose to help better communities in Chicago and around the world. Through her experience, Shah has developed a unique perspective on humanity and believes it is her responsibility to engage communities in need. Her purpose took shape when she founded The Simple Good, a non-profit with the mission to connect the meaning of good from around the world, empowering youth to become positive activists through art and discussion.