Services - Meeting/Retreat Facilitation

A well known truism is “you can’t effectively participate and facilitate at the same time”. That’s where StrategicSolutionsGroup comes in. Whether it’s facilitating the process of strategy development, designing and guiding a Board of Director’s off-site or stepping in as a trusted resource to lead and challenge a group on significant issues/topics, SSG brings a seasoned, professional approach.

Flexibility, organization and a keen understanding of group dynamics are essential. Flexibility allows for unexpected topics or a shift in timing, organization ensures the right steps are taken in advance for a solid agenda and outcome, and a keen understanding of group dynamics maximizes participation and engagement. Throw in a sense of humor for good measure!

The preparation for a retreat/meeting requires fully understanding the goals of the retreat, critical underlying issues and participant expectations. Upfront interviews can distinguish these, in addition to better understanding the participating audience. A vetted agenda confirms awareness and any necessary pre-work.

With resulting clear next steps and accountabilities, some clients request a report summarizing the results of the retreat. Additional collaboration might outline a follow-up plan to ensure steps are implemented.