Business + non-profit teams

Strong interpersonal relationships and a compelling vision are at the core of value-driven organizations: the who and the why are the foundation for the what and the how. I provide facilitation, coaching, and consulting support for companies to support leadership and team development, culture-building and visioning, values alignment, team building, and other efforts toward humanizing systems and structures.

  • I offer customized support to meet the specific needs and unique cultures of each organization. Through facilitated group experiences and conversations, I support teams to reflect and deepen the interpersonal skills that strengthen collaboration and communication.

  • Positive authentic relationships and social belonging are the foundation of individual and collective well-being, and are one of the strongest determinants of job satisfaction, employee retention, and workplace innovation. I facilitate playful and meaningful experiences that allow teams to deepen their trust and connection with each other while reflecting on areas of challenge and growth.

  • My keynote sessions weave together storytelling, interactive activities, compelling research, and practical application in a unique combination that engages intellect and emotion. I create opportunities for audience-participants to embody and experience concepts, resulting in truly transformative experiences.

  • Giving and receiving skillful and honest feedback is a crucial element of healthy organizational culture, and is incredibly challenging for many people. Although anonymous, depersonalized feedback can be helpful, one-on-one direct feedback contributes to deeper and more authentic working relationships and fosters individual growth. I provide structured and facilitated support for one-on-one feedback sessions, which are most effective in combination with individual coaching.

  • I work with individuals (leaders and team members) in a one-on-one capacity to support them in practices of regulation, relationship-building, and reflection in order to meet their personal and professional goals. I offer ongoing coaching support or session packages to focus on specific goals or areas of growth.

Services

Interested in working with me or learning more about what I offer? Let’s have a conversation to talk about your needs and see if we’re a good fit!

is your team surviving or thriving?

There’s the work, and then there’s the work. Effective collaboration is vital to the function of thriving teams. Without attention to the interpersonal elements of our organizations, the natural tension of diverse personalities and perspectives can devolve into distrust and disengagement.

When we take the time to build authentic relationships, recognize strengths, and build tangible and practical skills, these same diverse qualities are what allow teams to thrive and individual well-being to flourish.

My approach to team development and organizational support is rooted in neuroscience and an applied understanding of human needs. Through experiential and reflective approaches, I support teams to improve communication, build trust, and enhance collaboration and productivity.

I am a certified associate in Emergenetics®, a research-based tool that supports teams to identify and understand their individual strengths so they can tap into their collective brilliance.

  • “We worked with Jo to improve our person-to-person and organizational communication. Collaboration can be a challenge for our team, with two offices in different locations. We wanted to build a culture of support and trust. Jo helped us find a shared sense of how feedback is an investment in each other. Our work with Jo helped us share our personal and professional challenges in a way that led us to some crucial breakthroughs.”

    Andy L., Executive Director, Westwind Stewardship Group

  • "Jo and her content exceeded our expectations; our team was buzzing with inspiration and excitement from her sessions for days! She provided a keynote and breakout presentation for our All Staff Conference (~200 attendees), and our group was very engaged and appreciated her approachable style and activities. She met with us beforehand to learn about our group, culture, and focus for the event, tailoring her expertise to what we needed. Her warmth, kindness, and authenticity shines through. We can't recommend her enough!"

    Karla G., Communications Officer, Community Services Consortium

  • “This was my first ever experience with a communication workshop and I came away with the knowledge that I can grow my communication skills by recognizing the individual strengths and needs of others.”

    Participant, “Courageous Communication” Training

  • “Knowing the three parts to burnout as well as their antidotes seems to have been very helpful to my own burnout. For whatever reason I’ve had next to no anxiety since your session. Feels great! Better than I’ve felt for months.”

    Participant, “Sustaining the Work” Training

  • “We brought Jo into our annual all staff meeting to help everyone re-connect with their “purpose.” She is articulate, engaging, fun, and fantastic. She had people getting up and moving, connecting, laughing and learning. Our time with Jo was rated as the high point of our day, and I wouldn’t hesitate to bring her back. Jo and I were additionally able to connect one-on-one in a very authentic way, which resonated deeply for me as a testament to her living the same values she speaks to.”

    Ryan V., Executive Director, Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments