"Susan and David led the most participatory zoom workshop I've ever been in, which is also a great tool to use with stakeholders. It was great fun and also provided very useful info."
- Toni Higgs,
Development Specialist,
We Collaborate
In this time of uncertainty and rapid change
it's vital that you cultivate your collaborative capacity.
We model what we facilitate for your team.
Stay tuned for more interactive and engaging online workshops.
Workshops We've Done in this COVID time...
- 14ThuMayTransforming your Fundraising Event - An AFP event Co-facilitated by Morgan Dawson and David Westerlund/Click MoreInfo to go to AFP websiteMay 14, 2020, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM PDTClick MoreInfo to go to AFP websiteIs there a fundraising event that hasn’t been rescheduled during this evolving COVID-19 crisis? With mandatory social distancing in place for the foreseeable future, organizations are revising and rescheduling fundraising events throughout the rest of the year. Join us for a dynamic discussion!
- 13WedMayWhatcom Food System Meet-Up on Zoom - Co-facilitated by Laura Ridenour and David Westerlund/Click MoreInfo to WFN's FB pg to RegisterMay 13, 2020, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PDTClick MoreInfo to WFN's FB pg to RegisterWhat gaps and opportunities are currently coming to the forefront of our local food system in Whatcom and Skagit counties? Join us to connect with other food systems organizations for this FREE Event to hear updates from your peers and catalyze our collaborative capacity.
- 12TueMayPlay Builds Resilience (2nd run!) A Lively, Interactive Workshop facilitated by Rebecca Stockley and David Westerlund/Workshop is on ZoomMay 12, 2020, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PDTWorkshop is on ZoomHow can play keep us *connected* and *resilient*? We invite to come and discover *through* playing! And you’ll leave feeling more alive with tools to sustain you and yours.
- 30ThuAprPlay Builds Resilience: A Lively and Interactive Workshop facilitated by Rebecca Stockley and David Westerlund/Workshop is on ZoomApr 30, 2020, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PDTWorkshop is on ZoomHow can play keep us *connected* and *resilient*? We invite to come and discover *through* playing! And you’ll leave feeling more alive with tools to sustain you and yours.
- 23ThuAprAre You Listening (Well Enough to Lead)? Nonprofit Leadership Workshop, Facilitated by Peter Drury and David Westerlund/Click More Info to go to AdvNW to registerApr 23, 2020, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM PDTClick More Info to go to AdvNW to registerCultivating the core muscle of listening is vital to our donor relationships and the health of our nonprofit and community. And in our age of increased isolation, a listening ear and welcoming, supportive presence makes a significant impact. What keeps us from listening with our full selves?
- 14TueAprDancing with Fear- Facilitated by Astrid Pruitt and David Westerlund/Workshop is on ZoomApr 14, 2020, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PDTWorkshop is on ZoomFear and Anxiety can easily get out of control during this time of flux and uncertainty. In this interactive workshop we will playfully reveal and shift our relationship with those things that keep us up in the night.
- 07TueAprMaking Up Stories: An Interactive, Playful Workshop - with Billy Tierney & David Westerlund/Workshop is on ZoomApr 07, 2020, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PDTWorkshop is on ZoomWe make up stories all the time. Stories about others. Stories about ourselves. When we can become aware of this tendency we can un-wed the data of "What Happened?" and our interpretation (story) about what happened. We can be Curious with others rather than assume we know.
- 02ThuAprFacilitating Engagement on Zoom (4th Run) - FREE Workshop on Zoom. Facilitated by David Westerlund and Kyla Shawyer/Workshop is on Zoom.Apr 02, 2020, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PDTWorkshop is on Zoom.In this time of "social distancing" how do our organizations stay connected, communicative, and collaborative? In this engaging and interactive workshop our Purpose is for you to EXPERIENCE THE POSSIBILITIES for ENGAGEMENT within Zoom. Less tech, more experience engagement.
- 31TueMarShowing Up and Supporting: An Interactive, Playful Workshop (2nd Run)- with Sara McMahon & David/Workshop is on ZoomMar 31, 2020, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PDTWorkshop is on ZoomIn this time of increased anxiety and flux, it's important that we show up for each other and provide a supportive environment for others to do so. Play and laughter actually shift our cognition out of the amygdala and into the neocortex, where we are able to connect and feel joy.
- 25WedMarShowing Up and Supporting: A FREE, Interactive, and Yes Playful Workshop - with Sara McMahon & David/Workshop is on ZoomMar 25, 2020, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PDTWorkshop is on ZoomIn this time of increased anxiety and flux, it's important that we show up for each other and provide a supportive environment for others to do so. Play and laughter actually shift our cognition out of the amygdala and into the neocortex, where we are able to actually connect.
- 24TueMarFacilitating Engagement on Zoom (3rdRepeat) - FREE Workshop on Zoom. Facilitated by David Westerlund and Kyla Shawyer/Workshop is on Zoom.Mar 24, 2020, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PDTWorkshop is on Zoom.In this time of "social distancing" how do our organizations stay connected, communicative, and collaborative? In this engaging and interactive workshop we will not only take you through the basics of Zoom, but also facilitate reflect and dialog on effective facilitation for greater engagement.
- 20FriMarFacilitating Engagement on Zoom SOLD OUT. Note - Zoom link will say Mar 18, BUT it will work for today as well. : )/Workshop is on https://zoom.us/j/796884824Mar 20, 2020, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDTWorkshop is on https://zoom.us/j/796884824In this time of "social distancing" how do our organizations stay connected, communicative, and collaborative? In this engaging and interactive workshop we will not only take you through the basics of Zoom, but also facilitate reflect and dialog on effective facilitation for greater engagement.
- 18WedMarSOLD OUT -Facilitating Engagement on Zoom - A FREE Online Workshop. Facilitated by David Westerlund and Kyla Shawyer/Workshop is on https://zoom.us/j/796884824Mar 18, 2020, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PDTWorkshop is on https://zoom.us/j/796884824NOTE - This Workshop is SOLD OUT. We will be offering a Second Workshop Friday at 11am PST / 2pm EST... Stay tuned for details...