Ryan McAbery is the founder of Campfire Tales, a live storytelling series based in Portland, Oregon. With a background in creative mentorship and community building, Ryan curates events where true personal stories are shared on stage—creating space for connection, vulnerability, and unexpected laughter. Campfire Tales blends performance with participation, encouraging audience members to reflect, respond, and even step up to the mic themselves. Ryan believes storytelling is not just entertainment—it’s a tool for building stronger, more thoughtful communities.