What Past Training Participants Are Saying
"I really appreciate that this is a theory-focused training! Most of the public health and community organizing/community collaboration trainings I’ve attended downplay or avoid them entirely, which means we are working without some of the most useful tools we have."
— Susan Eagle, Professor in Roanoke, VA
Applying Collaboration Theories & Frameworks Virtual Training Participant
"Really terrific. It gave me ideas for looking at some of our data, and ways to describe them both in words and with visuals. I was not familiar with "network theory," and it makes a lot of sense to me. Stephanie's explanations and teaching style were very easy to follow and conveyed quite a bit of useful information in a relatively condensed amount of time. Thank you!"
— Mary Lisa Penilla, Project Manager in St. Louis, MO
Applying Collaboration Theories & Frameworks Virtual Training Participant
"It really opened my eyes up to a lot I really had no knowledge of. Stephanie was very knowledgeable, a great facilitator, extremely approachable and answered questions without hesitation."
— Lizzie Meyer from Breckenridge, CO
Measuring Collaboration Dynamics & Outcomes Virtual Training Participant
“I had an incredible experience. The amount and complexity of the content were at a level that was digestible. The approach was suitable for adult learners and enabled us to make credible connections to the work we have done or are currently doing.”
— Georgia Simpson, Boston, MA
Mapping Partner Networks Virtual Training Participant
“This was an excellent synthesis and application of systems dynamics to mapping of influence networks, covering both theory and a practical tool for doing so. The teaching environment was well suited to adult professional learners. Stephanie and Esme are clearly experts who are keenly interested in teaching and helping others understand the material, and their mastery showed. Would highly recommend this.”
— Ken Kobayashi, Small Woods Biopharma Consulting LLC, Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Mapping Systems of Influence Virtual Training Participant
“I really enjoyed this class. There was a good mix of theory and hands-on practice. The most valuable part, though, was the free dialogue and exchange of thoughts between the participants and Stephanie's approach to treating the participants as peers and her openness to questions. It was a superb learning experience teaching some powerful methods in a very accessible way.”
— Ken Kobayashi, Small Woods Biopharma Consulting LLC, Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Using Network Data for Strategic Action Virtual Training Participant
"This workshop created an amazing cross-sector community. The genuineness and sincerity of the trainers invited everyone into the conversation allowing us not only to learn from the trainers, but from each other. I left inspired and more connected."
— Kelly Kast, Jefferson County Public Health
In-Person Workshop Participant
“I was inspired throughout the workshop and felt a renewed alignment with the work I love and in public health. I loved learning about the science behind collaborating and how to make it intentional and meaningful to all parties involved.”
— Erika Stoerkel, Gunnison County Health & Human Services
In-Person Workshop Participant
"This session was incredibly informative and valuable. The broad variety of organizations added unique perspectives and insights. They provided the fresh look at my project that I needed and the incredible content gave me a confident roadmap! Thank you so much!"
— Christina Gumbiner, Food Bank of the Rockies
In-Person Workshop Participant
“So grateful! I’m looking forward to implementing what I’ve learned from the workshop presentations and also what I’ve learned from my fellow attendees- it was a great mix of folks from a variety of backgrounds (expertise, education etc.). Y’all truly cultivated a wonderful space for us to be grounded in that community, mutual learning, and accountable practice.”
— Victoria Sunseri, Center for Innovation in Mental Health
In-Person Workshop Participant
“Presenters were prepared and provided resources in organized folders for easy access. The circle activity was a good process for getting to know the attendees. The handouts and workbook were helpful in learning and applying the information.”
— Doug Taylor, Center for Community Health Alignment University of South Carolina Arnold School of Public Health
In-Person Workshop Participant
“I liked the format of learning a concept and then having time to apply it.”
— Ian Kahn, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
In-Person Workshop Participant
“This was such a unique and valuable experience. Pathways to productive and sustainable collaborations are more important than ever, and I'm grateful to have been a part of this.”
— Anonymous
In-Person Workshop Participant
"I loved diving into the different collaboration theories and frameworks! I thought it was very interesting and sparked my interest in learning more."
— Anonymous
In-Person Workshop Participant
“I got so much out of this workshop! Having an opportunity to learn new theories and apply them to current efforts feels so exciting. I am also thinking about potential opportunities for strategic collaboration in the future and how we can contribute more effectively.”
— Anonymous
In-Person Workshop Participant