Storytelling

& Creative Facilitation

Join the journey, mile by mile

Our Story

Our journey has been anything but ordinary. Through every step, we've focused on staying true to our values and making space for thoughtful, lasting work.

Specialties

What we’ve been shaping up over the past 10+ years…

  • Humans are hardwired for storytelling. Our approach to community storytelling is rooted in respect, resilience, and reciprocity.

    The purpose of our work is to allow marginalized communities to take the lead in how they want to change attitudes, beliefs, and behavior within and between communities.

  • Miles Matter Studio brings publication experience with:

    • Essays

    • Poetry

    • Op-eds and features

    • Multi-media storytelling

    • Social media

    • Technical writing, including training materials

    • Scientific research

  • Intentional and organized describe our approach to planning over the past 10+ year. Miles Matter Studio prioritizes collaborative goal setting within administrative and financial bounds.

    You can say we specialize in making dreams a reality. :)

  • No one pushes the needle alone, and why should you? Miles Matter Studio currently organizes around:

    • Facilitating a sense of belonging

    • Overcoming racism

    • Creating safety in the outdoors

Current Projects

Miles Matter, a newsletter

Here are stories about adventures, resilience, and observations on this Filipina-American life in Minnesota. Join the journey, mile by mile!

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A bold reimagining of a timeless brand.

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Our Team

Michelle de Leon

Founder

With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience. They set the tone for everything we do.

CONTACT:  milesmatterstudio@gmail.com

Rusty the Toller

Best friend & Service dog

Focused, approachable, and driven by results, our sales manager is all about building strong relationships. They help connect people to the right solutions—with clarity and care.

CONTACT:  none because he's a dog ;)

What people are saying…

  • "Communication was top-notch and the final outcome was even better than we imagined."

  • “A professional team that delivers on their promises.”

  • “Their attention to detail and commitment to quality truly stood out.”

  • “Every detail was thoughtfully executed. We're thrilled with the outcome.”