Norwegian
Storyteller

Uff Da! Chad Filley isn’t just a storyteller; he’s a time machine to the world  voices, giving breath once more to the dreams that built the heartland.

 Chad is a historian and humorist. Most storytellers give you facts or laughs—Chad delivers both in one memorable performance.

He has traveled throughout Scandinavia and the Faroe Islands, gathering stories rarely heard in North America. His performances are more than just storytelling—audiences don’t just hear the tales, they experience them.

1. “Chad Filley is the reason we still know the stories of the folks who crossed the ocean. He just won’t let them be forgotten.”

2. -Otto Johannsen.
3. Norsk Hostfest Attendee

“Chad Filley’s Scandinavian Storytelling was a hit at the senior center!
He performed to a full house and did not disappoint!”

– Jody Van Lingen,  

SAC’s Enrichment Center

Keynote
Speaker

Looking for a keynote speaker who leaves a lasting impact?
Since the early 1990s, Chad Filley has captivated audiences with a powerful blend of humor, heartfelt storytelling, and unforgettable life lessons. His signature story, The Cross-Stitch Picture—a moving account of confronting the person responsible for his mother’s death—has left countless listeners deeply changed. (Watch it on the Video page of this site.)

Chad doesn’t just speak—he connects, inspires, teaches, and makes people laugh (and sometimes tear up), all while delivering messages they’ll carry for a lifetime.

“Why hire Chad Filley?  Because you’re smart!”

– Kevin Kling
  Minnesota Humorist