Author Archives: Ron Milam

About Ron Milam

Ron Milam, MSOD, is a seasoned network developer with a deep commitment to resilient, equitable and regenerative communities along the Pacific Coast. Since 2005, Ron has served 160 clients as an organization development practitioner.

The Funders Network

Posted on October 5, 2021 by Ron Milam

It’s been awhile since I posted a blog, and that’s partly because I’ve been working on a long-term consulting project serving The Funders Network, directing Smart Growth California. I’ve had the opportunity facilitate engaging spaces for learning, alignment and collaboration … Continue reading →

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Collaborative Leadership

Posted on August 14, 2017 by Ron Milam

I recently completed a year-long training process supporting the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Collaborative Leadership program. With DPH taking a lead in designing the overall training framework that consisted of two cohorts with 76 participants, my role … Continue reading →

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Smart Growth California

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Ron Milam

For the Funders Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities, I continue coordinating the Los Angeles Funders’ Collaborative. I wrote a blog post sharing updates on the passage of four ballot measures moving Los Angles towards becoming a healthier, equitable and sustainable … Continue reading →

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My 150th Client: Southern California Grantmakers

Posted on October 4, 2016 by Ron Milam

I’m thrilled to support my 150th client, Southern California Grantmakers! Like my work with the Los Angeles Funders’ Collaborative, I’m helping out with their Environmental Funders Group, another collaborative endeavor working on a complimentary set of issues in a larger geographic … Continue reading →

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48 Collaboratives Along the Pacific Coast

Posted on June 14, 2016 by Ron Milam

Since the majority of my consulting practice now serves various collaborative change initiatives, this list is intended to assist with the cross-pollination of ideas and people (please contact me if you have suggestions for other collaboratives to include since this list … Continue reading →

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My Pacific Coast Bike Tour: 10 Year Anniversary

Posted on May 31, 2016 by Ron Milam

During the summer of 2006, I bike toured down the mighty Pacific Coast, from Vancouver, Canada to Los Angeles, California. Along the way, I connected with friends, family and a network of local leaders creating sustainable communities. It was a … Continue reading →