What Past Workshop Participants Are Saying
"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
“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
"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
“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
“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
“I liked the format of learning a concept and then having time to apply it.”
— Ian Kahn, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
“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 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 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 workshop participant