Speaking and Consulting
Anitra is a charismatic and confident speaker who loves to take part in public events of all kinds. She’s served on tradeshow panels, moderated virtual talks, taught workshops, emceed events, and more.
Workshops, Classes, and More
Anitra has spoken at dozens of events, including bookseller and writer conferences, MFA residencies, trade association events, and more. She loves introducing would-be authors and editors to the world of publishing, and helping creative entrepreneurs of all disciplines get more organized.
Hands-on Organization Help
For those times you need more than advice! 😊 Anitra is here to help artists, performers, makers, and other creatives get their spaces in order, whether that’s a bulging closet in your home office or an entire cluttered studio. She can assist with all levels of organization, including decluttering, tidying, reorganizing, displaying, and systems creation.
Past Speaking Engagements
University of Minnesota–Twin Cities
Heartland Fall Forum
Bookseller University
Hennepin County Public Library
Stages Theatre Company’s Teen Mentorship Program
Brazos Bookstore’s Summer of Indies series
StoryStudio Chicago
Poets & Writers How to Get Your Writing Published workshop
Testimonials
Consulting and Career Coaching
Anitra shares her 25+ years of publishing and freelancing expertise with individual artists, artist entrepreneurs, and creative small business owners through Springboard for the Arts, a nonprofit based in St. Paul, Minnesota. Need advice on drafting a business plan? Looking to start a freelance editing service? Trying to decide between self and traditional publishing? She can help you think through all these questions and more. Consultations are free or on a sliding scale.
Twin Cities PBS/TPT Great American Read Kickoff
The Thread on Minnesota Public Radio
Anoka-Ramsey Community College’s Careers in Writing Series
Columbia College’s Story Week
SUNY–Binghamton
Hamline University
Minnesota Book Publishers Roundtable
Professional Editors Network (PEN) Minneapolis
Loft Literary Center Wordsmith Conference