Effective Collective

Helping groups of people function well together

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Fall 2026 Public Series

Co-teaching in Portland with Jenny Leis, see more info
Chanchifin (Eugene) local series on Fridays 2-5pm, see details

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My slot for an ongoing major group commitment is currently open. Have an offer? Get in touch to explore further.

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Most Popular Writings

Appreciative Inquiry
Conflict Points
Consensus Decision-Making: What, Why, How
Consensus Points
Facilitation Points
Meeting Formats
Possibilities for Transformational Conferences
Power Dynamics
Tips for an Effective Apology
Top 10 Most Common Mistakes in Consensus Process — and What to Do Instead
When Upset Arises during a Meeting

Testimonials

Thank you so much. We’ve been wanting this to happen for over a year, and your facilitation was instrumental to our growth, process, and healing. You were (and are) the perfect person to walk with through this process.

Sarah HoffmanWhole Earth Nature School

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