Hi! I’m Michael Venturiello.

I uplift queer stories.

Through storytelling, research, and lived experience, I bring LGBTQ+ history to life—connecting communities, inspiring action, and creating lasting impact for generations to come.

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In a world where queer stories are being erased and marginalized communities are under attack, sharing and uplifting queer stories is an act of resistance and resilience. Queer stories tell us that we are not alone, that we are a part of something bigger, and that we come from a powerful lineage of queer ancestors. Queer stories connect us to ourselves, and bridge the past, present, and future. They provide visibility and representation. And perhaps most importantly, they show us that we have always been here, and we will continue to thrive with pride.

Queer stories matter.

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Community Voices

  • Bridging past, present, & future.

    I've had the immense pleasure of working with Michael on a few events and would implore anyone interested in promoting queer history, building community, and fostering empowerment to do the same! Michael's ability to connect our collective queer history to the happenings of today, his breadth of knowledge, and his passion for queer visibility and storytelling has inspired me and my peers to understand the power we have. Michael really has brought the light and has energized us to action. 

    Kyle S., Spotify

  • Authentic & uplifting.

    Michael came to our small, private school to share his presentation on LGBTQ+ history, LGBTQ+ trailblazers, and his own coming out story with our middle and upper school students (grades 6-12). To say he was a hit is an understatement! His presentation was incredibly cohesive, the message was clear, and the presentation style was so authentic and uplifting, while integrating extremely important historical material. I recommend Michael highly!

    Jes C., Brimmer & May School

  • Engaging & collaborative.

    Working with Michael as a Featured Speaker for the 2025 NODA Annual Conference experience was an absolute pleasure. From the initial outreach to the speech itself, Michael was not only an engaging and collaborative partner but also brought his authentic self to this talk, which greatly benefited our attendees' experience.

    Bram S, NODA Annual Conference

  • Inspiring & actionable.

    Michael delivered an exceptional keynote experience for our school community. His message was both inspiring and actionable, leaving students feeling empowered to create positive change. Michael is a dynamic and engaging speaker who connects effortlessly with audiences across grade levels, from middle to upper school. His storytelling is compelling, informative, and deeply impactful.

    Lucas M., Rivers School

Spark action
with queer stories.

Inspiring messages, bold ideas, and lasting change. Ready to get started?

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