Meet The Team

Starting as a grad party in a childhood basement, Grant Slam has become an important day for many. Over the years we’ve grown in attendees and excitement for what we do best.

Founder

Grant Lendvaay

Event Organizer, Musician, Audio Engineer

I love building community and bringing people together! I’m grateful to offer a space to my friends and local creatives.

Production Manager

Alexander Lehr

I am a freelance audio engineer.

I handle booking the bands, obtaining equipment rentals, and day-of production operations. This year I want to bring an even larger audience to the local acts we get to play.

Vending Chair and Socials

Maddie Voelkel

I am a documentarian, graphic designer, and marketer.

It is gratifying to witness the Chicago art scene come together over an event you helped bring to life. Since joining the team, I’ve been dedicated to making each Grant Slam better than the last.

Lead Graphic Designer and Social Media Manager

Erica doan

I am an artist, musician, and filmmaker.

Building community through art and music is one of my greatest passions as a creative. I believe art and expression are for everyone, and that they have the power to foster compassion, connection, and meaningful dialogue across our ever-evolving digital and physical spaces. Grant Slam is the perfect opportunity to put this ethos into action and create work that brings people together.

Booking and Operations Coordinator

ellie podunovich

As having played Grant Slam in a band two years ago, I know how much fun it is to be on stage at Grant Slam, and as a Grant Slam volunteer last year, I know how much fun it is to be watching the stage with friends! With my experience, I have been brought onto the team this year to book talent and run Day-of-show operations.