Who we are
"We exist to transform gatherings into powerful catalysts for connection, creativity, and collective action. Through inclusive facilitation, strategic collaboration, and authentic dialogue, we guide communities and organizations in shaping meaningful outcomes and sustainable impact."
Owner & Chief Consultant, Sarah Schade, brings a depth of experience to the table, offering unparalleled insight tailored to elevate and refine your strategic endeavors. Our values serve as the heartbeat of your convening philosophy—infusing every gathering with clarity, courage, and collective purpose.
Our mission is to create purposeful gathering experiences that ignite creativity, honor every voice, and catalyze transformative action. We design and facilitate dynamic engagements that bring together diverse stakeholders, orchestrating safe spaces for authentic dialogue and collaborative problem-solving. By integrating strategic planning, active listening, and adaptive facilitation, we empower communities and organizations to move from discussion to action, building trusted relationships and driving meaningful, measurable change.
We envision a world where every gathering ignites progress. Our vision is rooted in three core commitments: to spark innovation through diverse perspectives and strategic insight; to foster strong relationships built on trust, connection, and continuous learning; and to drive sustainable action that turns ideas into lasting impact. Grounded in key collaborative skills—like facilitation, active listening, and relationship building—we create spaces where people unite around purpose and possibility.
Sarah Schade is a Certified Workforce Development Professional with over 20 years of experience leading collaborative, systems-level solutions in workforce development, talent alignment, and adult learning. Known for her ability to forge trust-based partnerships and catalyze innovative change, she has worked across nonprofits, education, and economic development sectors to build dynamic, sustainable programs that drive individual and community success.
Sarah has held national leadership roles, including Program Manager at the National Association of Workforce Boards, where she led a Walmart Foundation–funded initiative supporting skills-based economies. As Senior Director of Workforce Development Partnerships at CAEL, she developed strategy and consulting services with stakeholders across the U.S. Her work has consistently centered around building career pathways, fostering work-based learning ecosystems, and aligning training with labor market demands.
Locally, Sarah has transformed career readiness programming for high schools and developed employer engagement models recognized for their scalability and impact. She holds credentials in Scrum, entrepreneurial training, and design thinking—and serves in advisory and mentorship roles across education and economic development organizations.
Sarah’s work is rooted in a belief that individuals and institutions thrive when bold ideas are met with practical, purpose-driven action.
What do you do?
Connect the Value to ROR
🔹 Foster Belonging → Relationship-Driven Trust
By cultivating spaces of inclusion where all voices are heard—especially students, families, and historically marginalized groups—you lay the foundation for authentic, enduring relationships within school ecosystems.
🔹 Catalyze Innovation → Relationship-Fueled Creativity
When diverse stakeholders co-create bold solutions, it’s not just about solving problems—it’s about deepening mutual understanding and unlocking shared potential through collective engagement.
🔹 Drive Sustainable Action → Relationship-Backed Impact
Your facilitation doesn't end at conversation. It transforms relationships into catalysts for real change: new programs, reimagined policies, and systemic shifts that endure over time.
🔹 Build Trust & Collaboration → Return on Connection
The more participants experience psychological safety and purposeful engagement, the more they invest emotionally in outcomes. That’s the real “return”—a network that grows stronger with each convening.
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