Co- Founder and Executive Director of Side Street Studio Arts in Elgin, IL. Tanner Melvin is a dynamic leader and creative visionary, blending an eclectic professional background with a passion for community engagement and the arts. With a B.A. in Theater (specializing in acting and design) and an M.S. in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Administration (focusing on experiential education and interpretive programming) from Western Illinois University (WIU), Tanner's journey has