BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Partnering Resources - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Partnering Resources X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://partneringresources.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Partnering Resources REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20110313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20111106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20120311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20121104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20130310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20131103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20140309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20141102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20150308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20151101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20160313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20161106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20170312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20171105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20180311T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20181104T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20190310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20191103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241111T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241111T103000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20241024T143738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T143738Z UID:7505-1731315600-1731321000@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Decreasing Polarization through Deep Democracy at the ACR Conference DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Association for Conflict Resolution annual conference! \nPolarization isn’t just for politics. Across the US and the world\, people are managing differences by dividing into us versus them camps. Some of this is good-natured (think sports teams)\, but much of it devolves into name-calling\, oversimplification of issues\, and demonization of the other side. \nDeep Democracy\, a method of conflict resolution developed in South Africa to support the transition away from apartheid\, was designed to help transform destructive polarization. In this interactive workshop\, participants will learn the Deep Democracy approach to interrupting polarization both through presentation and an experiential activity in which we use Deep Democracy techniques to address a polarity present within the group or conference. \nFor more information and registration: https://acrnet.org/page/2024conf URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/decreasing-polarization-through-deep-democracy-at-the-acr-conference/ LOCATION:Creighton University\, 602 North 20th Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68178\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T104500 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20241024T144325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T144706Z UID:7510-1718356500-1718361900@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Interrupting the Path to Violence: Using Deep Democracy to Identify and Mitigate Precursors to Violence DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Frontiers of Democracy conference! \nViolence doesn’t just happen. There are often warning signs that appear long before a situation erupts. All too often\, we don’t pay attention to these warning signs. We brush them off\, discount them\, or otherwise ignore them. Other times\, we see the warning signs\, but hesitate to intervene out of fear of making something bigger than it is\, lack of confidence in our skills\, or worries about ruining relationships. Our avoidance can backfire as tension grows and leads to separation or violence. \nIn this session\, we will explore the Resistance Line\, a tool developed by the Lewis Method of Deep Democracy\, and use it to help us diagnose and intervene before conflicts become intractable. The Lewis Method of Deep Democracy was created by Myrna and Greg Lewis to help South African companies and individuals recover and heal from the traumatic legacy of apartheid. The Lewis Method of Deep Democracy offers concrete\, proven methods that support effective decision-making\, problem-solving\, and conflict resolution. The techniques surface undercurrents\, engage all voices\, and work through differences to find resolutions to seemingly impossible-to-solve issues. URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/interrupting-the-path-to-violence-using-deep-democracy-to-identify-and-mitigate-precursors-to-violence/ LOCATION:Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University\, 200 Westboro Rd\, North Grafton\, MA\, 01536\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T100000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20230917T181537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230917T191831Z UID:7375-1696494600-1696500000@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Emotions Welcome!: Deep Democracy's Approach to Conflict Resolution DESCRIPTION:      \nPresented by: Maya Townsend; Ipek Utun \nMany conflict resolution methods assume that people are logical\, rational human beings. We are. But we’re also emotional\, irrational\, and sometimes unpredictable. The Lewis Deep Democracy technique is designed to engage the entire human being — their logic and their emotion\, their rationality\, and their irrationality — in the conflict resolution process. The Lewis Method of Deep Democracy was created by Myrna and Greg Lewis to help South African companies and individuals recover and heal from the traumatic legacy of apartheid. The Lewis Method of Deep Democracy offers concrete\, proven methods that support effective decision-making\, problem-solving\, and conflict resolution. The techniques surface undercurrents\, engage all voices\, and work through differences to find resolutions to seemingly impossible-to-solve issues. URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/emotions-welcome-deep-democracys-approach-to-conflict-resolution/ LOCATION:George Mason University\, Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution\, 3434 Washington Blvd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22201\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20230917T184658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T124759Z UID:7392-1696257000-1696262400@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Human Centered Organizations: A Call for Radical Humanity at Work DESCRIPTION:      \nThe 48th Annual Convention & Expo is Sold Out \nGeneral registration is now closed. For information about joining the waiting list please contact us: convention@providers.org \nPresented by: Maya Townsend\, Founder and Lead Consultant\, Partnering Resources\, LLC \nWe will explore what organizations could look like if we truly centered our businesses around human dignity\, learning\, and well-being. We will explore the ways that organizations have centered humans in unique ways\, and consider the impacts of human centering on practices such as appraising performance\, hiring\, onboarding\, and managing. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nAttendees will learn about the concept of human-centered organizations.\nAttendees will learn from organizations that have developed processes and practices that center human dignity\, learning\, and well-being.\nAttendees will explore the implications for centering humans in participant organizations.\n\nCEs: Social Work\, SHRM. Application for social work continuing education credits has been submitted. Please contact us at nwalat@providers.org for the status of social work CE accreditation. URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/human-centered-organizations-a-call-for-radical-humanity-at-work/ LOCATION:Boston Marriott Copley Place\, 110 Huntington Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Providers' Council":MAILTO:convention@providers.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T173000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20241024T144615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T144819Z UID:7515-1686758400-1686763800@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:The Lewis Method of Deep Democracy DESCRIPTION:Is it possible to stay in dialogue around emotionally charged topics in ways that energize\, create shifts in consciousness\, and evoke new ideas for action? This is what we want to explore in this interactive session using the Lewis Method of Deep Democracy. The Lewis Method was created by Myrna and Greg Lewis to help South African companies and individuals recover and heal from the traumatic legacy of apartheid. The Lewis Method offers concrete\, proven methods that support effective decision making\, problem solving\, and conflict resolution. The techniques surface undercurrents\, engage all voices\, and work through differences to find resolutions to seemingly impossible-to-solve issues. URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/the-lewis-method-of-deep-democracy/ LOCATION:Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University\, 200 Westboro Rd\, North Grafton\, MA\, 01536\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221013 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221017 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20220721T020834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220721T020834Z UID:7282-1665619200-1665964799@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Stuck in your point of view? Let’s talk! DESCRIPTION:In our current environment\, characterized by oppositional discourse\, it is useful to pause and explore the human tendency to dismiss conflicting points of views and get “stuck” in our own point of view. In this highly experiential workshop\, we work with the notions of neutrality\, equanimity\, polarities\, and role theory\, drawn from the Lewis Method of Deep Democracy\, to explore how to listen to viewpoints that are radically different from our own. Participants will be introduced to effective approaches for working with divisive issues that have the potential to fracture a group and undermine effective leadership. \nPresenters: Martha Miser\, Lauren Powers\, Maya Townsend\, Ipek Utun \nDetails: Coming soon URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/stuck-in-your-point-of-view-lets-talk/ LOCATION:Grand Hyatt\, 1000 H St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://partneringresources.com/wp-content/uploads/ILA_Global_Conf_2022.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211111 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20210927T005113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T131149Z UID:6419-1636329600-1636588799@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:From Commitment and Action: Uncovering and Addressing Hidden Resistance DESCRIPTION:Too often\, employees learn that the politically sound choice is to agree—even if they don’t. Concerns go under the surface and important viewpoints aren’t discussed. Occasionally\, concerns become conflicts so large that they threaten to divide a team or undermine a project. \nIn this online\, on-demand session\, participants will learn about the Resistance Line\, which helps diagnose and address hidden resistance. This technique is an outgrowth of the Deep Democracy methodology\, which was developed in South Africa after the fall of apartheid to help organizations recover from the legacy of racism. We will also discuss how to intervene when there is tension in teams and how to prevent tensions from erupting into harmful conflict. \n2021 HBA Annual Conference: Registration\nMembers or Employees of Corporate Partners: $425 (Aug 28 to Oct 22) / $525 (Oct 23 to Nov 12)\nNon-Members: $600 (Aug 28 to Oct 22) / $700 (Oct 23 to Nov 12) URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/from-commitment-and-action-uncovering-and-addressing-hidden-resistance/ LOCATION:Online\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference,Online Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210608 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210612 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20210215T000519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210311T193106Z UID:6284-1623110400-1623455999@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Change\, Undone: How to Work with Top Leaders to Make Change Stick - CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:The change is great\, the change is amazing… and then the change is canceled. Gutted. Undone. It’s a situation that happens far too often. Many times\, the cause for calling a halt is executive leadership. They may cite a change in strategy\, a shift in priorities\, or a response to environmental conditions\, but the underlying reality is constant: they didn’t believe in the change in the first place. \nIn this session\, we examine how practitioners can work with sponsors and company executives to prevent change from becoming undone. We investigate the forces that cause top leaders to push back and explore a reality-based method of working with the inevitable trade-offs involved in change. Participants leave with a clearer plan for how to work with executives to support their initiatives. URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/acmp-chg-mgmt-conference-2021/ LOCATION:Online\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://partneringresources.com/wp-content/uploads/CHG-MGMT-Badge.png ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Change Management Professionals":MAILTO:conference@acmpglobal.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T112000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T122000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20210215T001511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210215T140916Z UID:6287-1621509600-1621513200@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Need Resilience? Look to Your Networks DESCRIPTION:One constant throughout tumultuous 2020 has been change. Organizations have been faced with unprecedented challenges that have forced them to rethink\, retrench\, rejigger\, and revitalize. One more “re” word has been necessary: resilience. The traumas of the past year have wounded individuals and organizations and made even more evident the need for resiliency. \nIn this session\, we will focus on where resiliency lives in organizations: in their networks. Networks are the webs of informal relationships that people create in order to complete routine work\, make decisions\, solve problems\, and respond to changing conditions. They are more flexible and agile than organizational hierarchies and better prepared to respond to change. We will discuss how participants can leverage the power of networks to support strategy formulation and implementation. URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/association-for-strategic-planning-2021-virtual-conference/ LOCATION:Online\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference,Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://partneringresources.com/wp-content/uploads/ASP-2021-Conference-Speaker-Posts_LinkedIn-Maya-Townsend.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200614 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200618 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20200131T072333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200529T194706Z UID:6070-1592092800-1592438399@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Our Organizations are Networks: Why Don't We Use Them for Communication and Leadership? DESCRIPTION:Now an online event! \nAlmost every organization now relies on communication networks to share information and mobilize collective action. Yet leaders rarely take a thoughtful\, planful approach to leveraging networks. In this workshop\, we will learn how to use networks to support effective communication and change. \nThis workshop covers three topics: \n\nThe Networked Organization. A healthy networked organization has certain qualities. How healthy is your organization? Learn about the shifts needed to develop a robust\, productive networked organization.\nCommunication in the Networked World. Communication worked differently before organizations were networked. Now that they are\, you need to understand networks and the tricks to accelerating change within them.\nUsing Network Maps to Strengthen Communication. Network maps provide a snapshot of how information flows within an organization. We’ll look at a map collectively and learn how to interpret it and use the findings to fine-tune a communication initiative.\n\nJoin me at this online conference! URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/iabc-conference/ LOCATION:Online\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference,Online Event ORGANIZER;CN="International Association of Business Communicators":MAILTO:conference@iabc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190430T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190430T171500 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20181210T033443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T133449Z UID:5815-1556640900-1556644500@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:When Conflict Overwhelms Change: What To Do When Groups Get Stuck DESCRIPTION:Description:\nConflict is inevitable. And conflicts in today’s organizations\, in which people are expected to change so quickly\, are even more common. Unfortunately\, often conflict in organizations is avoided or swept under the rug. Occasionally\, a conflict becomes so large that it threatens to rip apart a team\, create an unpleasant working environment\, or reduce productivity. \nBut it doesn’t have to be destructive. Within conflict\, there is often very important information seeking expression. A change leader’s ability to allow that information to emerge and successfully navigate through conflict is the gateway to the success of teams\, change initiatives\, and organizations. \nIn this interactive session\, participants gain exposure to and experience with a technique that they can use with groups facing conflict. Participants will learn how to use the technique to help people talk respectfully and productively about conflict. \nMaya Townsend\nFounder / Lead Consultant\, Partnering Resources \n\nMaya Townsend\, founder and lead consultant at Partnering Resources\, helps individuals\, teams\, and organizations thrive in our networked world. She uses knowledge of the art and science of networks to help leaders create a resilient strategy\, find opportunities in complex business ecosystems\, and influence change. Her clients include Fortune 500\, mid-sized\, emerging\, and nonprofit organizations\, such as Bayer\, Biogen Idec\, Commongood Careers\, Intel\, Merrimack Pharmaceuticals\, MIT\, and the National Braille Press. Maya is co-editor of Handbook for Strategic HR: Best Practices in Organization Development from the OD Network (AMACOM\, 11/2012). Her articles have been published in CIO\, Nonprofit Quarterly\, Talent Management\, and other outlets. She is a former blogger for Inc\, American Management Association\, and Future of Work Enabled. Maya’s company blog (https://partneringresources.com/blog) was recognized as “Best of the Best” by Alltop.\nKeli Trejo\nSenior Associate\, Partnering Resources \n \nKeli builds client awareness around how work gets done—and leads the way toward a better future. She is an expert in unpacking organizational dynamics and setting forth a path to create positive changes. As both an optimist and a pragmatist\, Keli brings over 25 years of experience walking alongside leaders\, teams\, and organizations that are experiencing disruptions and shifts requiring new ways of approaching their work. She brings this direct experience—and her expertise in leadership behavior\, organizational behavior\, power dynamics\, change management\, and employee engagement—to her work with clients. As VP of HR/Management Effectiveness at Fidelity Investments and as SVP of HR at Citizens Bank\, Keli learned what really works\, what really doesn’t\, and how to navigate successfully through change. Keli holds a Master of Science in Organizational Development from American University and the National Training Laboratory (NTL) Center for Applied Behavioral Science. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wellesley College and a professional coaching certification (CPCC) from The Coaches Training Institute.  URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/when-conflict-overwhelms-change-what-to-do-when-groups-get-stuck/ LOCATION:Loews Meeting Complex\, 6300 Hollywood Way\, Orlando\, FL\, 32819\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://partneringresources.com/wp-content/uploads/ACMP_Orlando2019.png ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Change Management Professionals":MAILTO:conference@acmpglobal.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180612T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180612T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20180606T145929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180606T150346Z UID:5627-1528803900-1528822800@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:2018 Leadership Forum: Leading Across Generations DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce for a half-day of professional and leadership development on the theme “Leading Across Generations\,” where our keynote will spotlight EF Education First\, an international education company that ranked number one on Boston Globe’s 2017 Top Places to Work. \nWhen the #@$! Hits the Fan: Leading Your Team Through Deep Conflict\n\nPresented by: Keli Trejo and Maya Townsend\nConflict is inevitable. Yet\, too often conflict is avoided or swept under the rug\, particularly in the workplace. A leader’s ability to successfully navigate through conflict is the gateway to the success of teams\, projects\, and organizations. In this interactive session\, participants learn a technique to help groups talk respectfully and productively about conflict and move towards resolution. \n\n  \n[button link=”https://members.bostonchamber.com/events/details/leadership-forum-leading-across-generations-2211″]Tickets & Registration[/button] \n\n2018 Leadership Program Participants: FREE \n\n\n\nMember: Individual $195\, Table of 10: $1\,950 \nNon-Member: Individual $295\, Table of 10 $2\,950 URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/2018-leadership-forum-leading-across-generations/ LOCATION:Boston Marriott Cambridge\, 50 Broadway\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02142\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:khauser@bostonchamber.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180317 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180318 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20180215T015725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180215T154729Z UID:5516-1521244800-1521331199@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:It's About People at the 2018 Mass Cultural Council Institute DESCRIPTION:Inspire. Connect. Empower. \nJoin us at the free\, inaugural Mass Cultural Council Institute on March 17 at the DCU Center in Worcester. \nConnect with peers and city and town leadership from every corner of the Commonwealth. \nTogether we’ll unleash The Power of Culture. \nPartnering Resources founder Maya Townsend will speak on a panel entitled “It’s About People”: \nOrganizations large and small go through growing pains\, and managing the process can be overwhelming. Transitions and partnerships are key components to the success and sustainability of organizations. This session will give you practical information on how to manage transitions\, create a plan and communicate that plan to the necessary parties to ensure a smooth hand-off. URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/its-about-people/ LOCATION:DCU Center\, 50 Foster St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://partneringresources.com/wp-content/uploads/MCC_logo_2-uai-1032x340-e1518655673846.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mass Cultural Council Institute":MAILTO:greg.liakos@art.state.ma.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171201 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20171116T160646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171116T165640Z UID:5353-1512000000-1512086399@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Networked Leadership & Communication Workshop DESCRIPTION:Part 1 of 3: The New Networked Organization\nA healthy networked organization has certain qualities. How healthy is your organization? Learn about the shifts needed to develop a robust\, productive networked organization. \nKey Learning Points:\n\nFrom organization to network leadership: Necessary shifts in thinking\nHow one organization successfully shifted to a network-based model\nHow to assess an organization’s readiness for the network model\n\nPart 2 of 3: Communication in the Networked World\nCommunication worked differently before organizations were networked. Now that they are\, you need to understand networks and the tricks to sending messages effectively within them. \nKey Learning Points:\n\n5 – 15% of people in any network have disproportionate influence over the whole\nBy tapping Critical Connectors\, organizations can streamline communication\nCritical Connectors in the room; making matches for OACBDD members\n\nPart 3 of 3: The Four Jobs of the Network Leader\nLeading—and communicating in—a network is different than in traditional organizations. Learn and practice the four jobs of the network leader to enhance your effectiveness. \nKey Learning Points:\n\nThe four jobs of a network leader\nDeveloping your skills and becoming an effective network leader\nAction plan for developing networked leadership URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/networked-leadership-communication-workshop/ LOCATION:Hilton Columbus at Easton\, 3900 Chagrin Drive\, Columbus\, OH\, 43219\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Ohio Association of County Boards":MAILTO:aneu@oacbdd.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170612T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170612T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20161230T222445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171221T050131Z UID:4790-1497263400-1497267000@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Spreading Like Fire: Using Networks to Streamline and Accelerate Change Communication DESCRIPTION:The IABC World Conference is a global professional development event designed for communication practitioners. Our theme for the upcoming IABC World Conference\, 11-14 June 2017\, is GLOBAL BUSINESS: Lead Communication\, Make Real Impact. \nIn this presentation\, learn why large-scale change is notoriously difficult to achieve. Well-designed\, seamlessly executed change communications are a critical driver. However\, it’s difficult to send consistent messages and maintain momentum over the long haul. Luckily\, organizations have a hidden asset that can be used to support change. \n\nEvery organization consists of webs of relationships: connections people instinctively create in order to solve problems\, share information\, and get things done. Five to fifteen percent of these people are Critical Connectors—people with disproportionate influence over the whole. Once communication professionals identify Critical Connectors\, they can position them and engage with them in ways that can streamline activity and accelerate communication throughout the whole organization. This workshop will introduce participants to network analysis and help participants understand how they can start leveraging Critical Connectors today. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn:[unordered_list style=”bullet”] \n\n5–15% of people in any network have disproportionate influence.\nCritical Connectors include SMEs\, influencers\, informal leaders\, and communicators.\nBy tapping Critical Connectors\, communications professionals can streamline change communication.\nHow one company used network analysis to develop targeted\, resource-efficient communications.\n\n[/unordered_list] \nJoin us in Washington\, DC for this engaging\, participatory workshop! URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/spreading-like-fire-how-to-use-networks-to-streamline-and-accelerate-change-communication/ LOCATION:Washington Hilton\,  1919 Connecticut Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ORGANIZER;CN="International Association of Business Communicators":MAILTO:conference@iabc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170522T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170522T110000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20161017T190127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170731T183159Z UID:4754-1495447200-1495450800@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:The Next Frontier in Change Management: Using Network Analysis to Find Influencers\, Populate Change Teams\, and Create Social Systems that Support Change DESCRIPTION:Behind organization charts and process maps are relationships. People instinctively form relationships on every job in order to solve problems\, imagine new approaches\, make decisions\, access expertise\, and complete daily work. These relationships comprise organizational networks\, powerful but often overlooked vehicles for change. \nIn this presentation at the 2017 Association of Change Management Professionals conference\, participants will learn how network knowledge can help accelerate success and build support for change. We will discuss how thoughtful use of Critical Connectors—the 5 – 15% of individuals who have disproportionate influence over the network as a whole—can help change management professionals populate teams\, build social support\, and integrate respected change advocates into the organization. \nWe will discuss three case studies. The presenter will share how a large city agency used networks to identify influencers and how Bayer CropScience used networks to prioritize change leadership agendas. Then participants will engage in their choice of two case studies and explore how they would use network information to support change management in their chosen situation. We will close with Q&A and discussion of next steps. \nMissed the session? Check out the ACMP Next Frontier Slides. URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/acmp-2017-network-support-for-change/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency New Orleans\, 601 Loyola Ave\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70113\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Change Management Professionals":MAILTO:conference@acmpglobal.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161102T151500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161102T163000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20160730T151123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161019T170433Z UID:4663-1478099700-1478104200@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Lessons from Mapping the Nonprofit Talent Ecosystem: Finding the Talent You Need DESCRIPTION:Nonprofits struggle to find the talent they need. It can feel like an isolated problem\, but there are larger forces affecting the influx and recruitment of talent in the nonprofit sector. Ecosystem mapping offers a way to see the whole system and find leverage points for change. It’s an easy-to-learn\, participatory method of building a holistic picture of a system that can then be used for analysis and discovery. In this workshop\, participants learn the basics of ecosystem mapping and apply the method in order to understand the challenges affecting talent in the nonprofit sector. Through an experiential activity\, we will explore the nonprofit talent ecosystem and gain new insights into potential levers to pull in order to affect change. \nFor conference information\, see: \nhttp://massnonprofitnet.org/training-and-events/annual-conference/ URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/nonprofit-talent-ecosystem-at-mnn-2016/ LOCATION:Framingham Sheraton\, 1657 Worcester Rd\, Framingham\, MA\, 01701 CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161009T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161009T163000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20160428T181400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160503T180821Z UID:4524-1476025200-1476030600@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Navigating Global Complexity: How Bayer Used Organization Network Analysis to Build a Connected\, Collaborative Organization DESCRIPTION:Complexity is increasing. Leaders struggle to bring alignment and focus among the intricate interconnections\, profound diversity\, and local demands pulling on staff around the globe. Organizations require new tools to realize the true benefits of globalization\, collaboration\, and shared resources. \nOne such tool is organization network analysis (ONA). Based on a case study with a client seeking to become a global organization\, this session will help OD practitioners understand how what it takes to become an effective networked leader and manage the complexity of dispersed individuals and teams. Through experiential activities designed to encourage network thinking\, participants will rethink how leaders design\, shape\, and nurture talent within a global network. \nSpecifically\, participants will learn: \n\nThe value of using ONA to build connection and collaboration across global organizations.\nHow to increase organizations’ potential to recognize those actually doing the work well\, not just those who fit cultural expectations and who have leadership exposure.\nThrough a case study\, demonstrate how leaders can transform from transactional leaders to networked leaders in a global organization.\nHow network maps can be used to help coach leaders and better engage virtual team members.\n\nPresented with Kittie Watson of Innolect\, Inc. and Lisa Coen\, former public affairs leader at Bayer CropScience. URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/odn-navigating-global-complexity/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Atlanta\, 265 Peachtree Street NE \, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Organization Development Network (ODN)":MAILTO:odnetwork@odnetwork.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131010T021500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131010T153000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20130820T190839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20131015T183825Z UID:3006-1381371300-1381419000@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Follow the Leader: What You Need to Drive Your Organization to Achieve its Change Goals DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Inc 500 celebration and conference in Washington\, DC! \n\n\nThe Inc. 500|5000 Conference & Awards Ceremony is an annual three day event that brings the nation’s brightest\, most successful business minds together to celebrate the remarkable achievements of the companies that appear on Inc. magazine’s prestigious ranking of America’s fastest-growing privately held companies. \n\n\n“What Got You Here Won’t Get You There” panel at the 2013 Inc 500 | 5000 Conference\nExpect to be inspired by an unprecedented line-up of business experts from companies you know and admire\, learn from high-level keynotes\, make new connections and reconnect with peers\, and celebrate your success! The conference culminates in a black-tie gala in which all current year honorees receive awards. \n\n\nPartnering Resources founder Maya Townsend will present on “Follow the Leader: What You Need to Drive Your Organization to Achieve its Change Goals.” This engaging\, interactive session on change leadership will give you the boost you need to lead your organization to success! \nNEW! Maya Townsend also featured on the main stage for a panel on “What Got You Here Won’t Get You There.” Maya spoke on business ecosystems. For more\, see the excellent Inc. article here. URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/follow-the-leader-at-inc-500-conference/ LOCATION:Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center\, 201 Waterfront Street \, Fort Washington\, MD\, 20744\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Inc Magazine":MAILTO:events@inc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131001T175000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131001T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20130612T211952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20130612T212220Z UID:2803-1380649800-1380655800@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:The Forest and the Trees: Understanding Business Ecosystems DESCRIPTION:Today’s customer landscape is not tomorrow’s. Yesterday’s star employees are not today’s. And who knows what the economy will do? Yet companies need to continue performing amidst these changes. It’s hard to see the forest-the ecosystem-when you’re stuck in the weeds. In this session\, we present a simple\, yet robust\, methodology for mapping business ecosystems and explore how HR professionals can use this strategic tool to benefit their companies. Participants will learn: \n\nWhat ecosystems are and why they matter HR professionals\nHow two organizations–eCopy and the Austin Health Adolescent Initiative–used business ecosystem mapping to understand their environment\nThe process for conducting a business ecosystem assessment\n\nJoin us at the SHRM Strategy Conference in San Diego! URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/business-ecosystems-at-shrm-strategy/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130620 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20130529T004504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20130529T004504Z UID:2715-1371600000-1371686399@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Six Strategies for Making Change Stick (Hint: Connections Matter) DESCRIPTION:Leaders of middle-market companies face lofty challenges: how to sustain growth\, how to lead significant change\, how to capture ideas and turn them into competitive wins. You can’t tackle these alone. At Build’s high-impact\, day-long event you will huddle with fellow leaders of middle market companies for an insider perspective on challenges … and road-tested solutions. Expect unparalleled networking\, highly interactive sessions\, key actionable takeaways\, and an afternoon cocktail party! \nMaya Townsend of Partnering Resources will present on Six Strategies for Making Change Stick (HINT: Connections Matter!): \nChallenge: To get better\, we have to evolve — but only 38% of leaders say their change efforts have actually improved performance. Why is it so tough to win buy-in and make change stick? \nSolution: Change by dictum doesn’t work. The only thing that does: connections\, and lots of them. Studies show that effective change makers simultaneously employ these six strategies for building the individual\, social\, and structural connections that make transformation excite — and\, therefore\, take hold within — an organization. URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/six-strategies-for-making-change-stick-hint-connections-matter/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130426T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130426T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20130220T135559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20130327T131325Z UID:2494-1366963200-1366995600@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Process Improvement for the New Millennium: Introduction to Value Network Analysis DESCRIPTION:Business processes are more complex than ever before. Project Managers need to understand them well in order to write requirements\, design solutions\, and make improvements. Yet\, rapidly changing\, exception-based\, complex processes stymie traditional process mapping efforts. The Value Network Analysis (VNA) methodology is well suited to showing how processes produce value. Sometimes considered the ideal process mapping tool for the complexity era\, VNA excels at identifying and analyzing non-linear\, dynamic processes. VNA also effectively maps business ecosystems: a dynamic structure of interconnected organizations that depend on each other for mutual survival. \nIn this workshop\, featured at the 2013 Professional Development Day sponsored by the Project Management Institute Massachusetts Bay Chapter\, participants will learn: \n\nWhy processes should be thought of as networks\nThe gaps and challenges with traditional business process mapping\nHow VNA methodology can help simplify and enrich business process improvement\nThe basic components of a VNA map\nIdeas to enhance future process improvement and mapping efforts\n\nUPDATE: This session will be presented by Partnering Resources Associate Cheryl Coonahan. URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/value-network-analysis-at-pmi/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130414T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130414T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20120925T162244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20130222T181052Z UID:1876-1365944400-1365958800@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Using Organizational Networks for Talent Management at the 2013 SHRM Talent Management Conference DESCRIPTION:Stacking the Deck: Using Hidden Organizational Networks to Identify and Develop High Potentials and Succession Plans\nIn this fast-paced\, interactive\, 4-hour pre-conference workshop\, leaders learn how to use the science of organizational networks to validate succession plans\, find hidden high performers and critical connectors\, and set up new hires for success. We learn about the types of networks that typically form in organizations\, the critical connectors that act as key influencers\, and practical methods for leveraging networks. We develop plans for using network knowledge to improve succession planning and talent development. After the workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the difference between social networking and organizational networks\nUnderstand the types of networks that typically form in organizations and the three critical roles in networks\nUnderstand how the 3 critical roles can help HR professionals identify and develop more effective and accurate succession and development programs\nUnderstand how companies have used network analysis to develop the workforce\nDevelop plans to apply network knowledge to current and upcoming human capital development and succession planning initiatives\n\nAll in all\,HR leaders will gain the ability to use networks that already exist to dramatically improve succession and talent management initiatives. URL:https://partneringresources.com/event/just-confirmed-using-organizational-networks-for-talent-management-at-the-2013-shrm-talent-management-conference/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20121109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20121109T103000 DTSTAMP:20260416T170341 CREATED:20120806T201120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20121113T172857Z UID:1691-1352451600-1352457000@partneringresources.com SUMMARY:Becoming a Change Leader at the HBA Leadership Conference DESCRIPTION:The statistics on change leadership are dismal. McKinsey Quarterly reported that only 38% of leaders believed their recent transformation effort was better than somewhat successful. And the project success rates (coming in on time\, within budget\, and to scope) are lower than anyone would like. Clearly\, there’s room for improvement. In this engaging\, participatory session\, participants learn what it takes to provide successful change leadership. Specifically\, we will discuss: \n\nThe one method that makes a change initiative 10 times more likely to succeed.\nThe six ways of creating change in organizations.\nHow leaders can use the six ways to help create change.\nHow leaders can choose the best fit for their projects or initiatives. Participants will leave with new ideas\, tips and techniques\, and an action plan for becoming more effective change leaders.\n\nJoin us at the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association Annual Leadership Conference on November 9\, 2012 in Orlando\, FL! \nSlides Posted!\nThanks for all who attended the session and thanks for the kudos. Two people wrote that it was “the best session of the conference.” Wow — thank you! \n\n  \n  \n  \n
Becoming Change Leader 2012 from Maya Townsend
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