Tag Archives: Facilitation

Everyone Walks in LA: LA Walks Retreat

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Ron Milam

I’m a big believer in the mission of Los Angeles Walks and am pleased to report after a fun, engaging two-day retreat, their board decided goals for what it wants to accomplish, both in 2013 and over the long-term. They … Continue reading →

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10 Books on Facilitation (with 11 Quotes)

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Ron Milam

Here are my top 11 recommendations on books related to facilitation: Great meetings!: How to facilitate like a pro. Kelsey, D., & Plumb, P. (1997). A good intro. “The facilitator impacts and guides the process but does not give input on … Continue reading →

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2012 Annual Report

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Ron Milam

In 2012, my seventh year of consulting, I’m pleased to report: I served 29 organizations (14 returning clients and 15 new clients…see below for the full list). This brings the total number of clients I have served to over 80. … Continue reading →

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The Growing Bicycle Movement: Winning Campaigns

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Ron Milam

I just finished leading my 18th Winning Campaigns training for the Alliance for Biking and Walking in Kansas City, Missouri. Like all the trainings I have led, this engaging two and a half day workshop gave participants the opportunity to … Continue reading →

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How and Why I Bike to Retreats

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Ron Milam

A skilled facilitator brings some important materials to a meeting including an easel, markers, post-it notes, sticky-dots, chime, a small clock and most challenging of all to carry on a bicycle, a full sized poster board to scribe notes to capture everyone’s … Continue reading →

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Retreat Success: Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA)

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Ron Milam

Organizations change. Visionary founders launch organizations. Over the long term, staff work together and make the vision reality, each contributing their own unique passion. What better place to have these discussions than at a retreat for the Museum of Latin … Continue reading →

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