The iO Theater
Debbie Hirsch Saul currently serves as the Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at The iO Theater, a position held since February 2024. Prior to this, Debbie held various leadership roles at Packed with Purpose from October 2017 to December 2023, including VP of Strategy & Partnerships and Director of Strategic Initiatives. Founding Creative Management Inc. in 2002 and leading it until February 2017 showcases entrepreneurial capabilities. Earlier experience includes serving as the Manager of Sponsor Programs for the National Basketball Association from 2000 to 2002, where Debbie managed integrated national marketing programs for major corporate sponsors, securing over $10 million in sponsorship revenue. Education was completed at the Questrom School of Business at Boston University, earning a Bachelor's degree.
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The iO Theater
Founded in 1981, The iO Theater (Formerly known as 'The ImprovOlympic') is the world-famous flashpoint of comic creativity that has spawned an entire generation of America’s best and brightest entertainers. Thousands of people have trained and performed at iO theater, including some of the most recognizable names in show business like Jason Sudeikis, Bob Odenkirk, Chris Farley, Tina Fey, David Koechner, Adam McKay, Amy Poehler, Seth Meyers, Tim Meadows, and many, many more. The iO Theater was founded by Charna Halpern and her late business and artistic partner, Del Close. iO is re-opening November 2022 with new ownership, incredible new shows and a fresh perspective. In addition to presenting improv and sketch comedy shows every night, the iO Theater provides improv training classes as well as custom tailored corporate workshops. When it comes to Comedy, we’re all Business. We can create entertainment for your conferences, meetings and celebrations. Let iO put together a hilarious improv show to bring down the house or have us write customized material for your company or business field. If you can dream it up, we can handle it. Our expert curriculum designers work with you to learn about your business and your employees, and to help you create highly participatory training sessions. We invite you to come to our shows when you're in the Windy City. Please contact us at info@ioimprov.com for inquiries about corporate workshops. The iO Theater 1501 N Kingsbury St Chicago, IL (312) 300-3350 www.ioimprov.com