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MEETING GRAPHICS 101 (Level 1 Training)
“This was the best organized workshop I’ve EVER taken - helpful, thorough, and met expectations. Also, I liked the small size of the group and the quiet room. Very informative on skills; nothing withheld. Also liked the location in the city”.
Cynthia Stewart, Olympia, WA, Facilitator/Mediator
“The emotional connection with the material really worked well – my own involvement and those around me being so engaged and heart felt. A good mix attuned to the range of individuals in the class”.
Ken Enright, Bainbridge Island, WA, www.kensugroup.com
“Excellent! Great instruction and coaching – lots of time to practice – many methods. Excellent handouts and examples”.
Cassandra O’Neill, Sustainability Consultant, Tucson, Arizona
“Well-paced, very well taught, great time management and just the right blend of learning then practice. Very supportive and wonderful course – I learned a ton! Excellent supporting materials and takeaway materials”.
Suzanne Enright, Leadership/Intercultural Consultant, www.kensugroup.com
“One of the most important aspects of leadership is the ability to communicate. Using graphics enhances communication and therefore is an essential tool for future leaders”.
Lachlan Whatley, Department Chair, Business Dept., University of the Fraser Valley, www.ucfv.ca
“Great explanations, respectful, appreciative approach – Christina is so passionate about her work and is generous in sharing this with the learners”.
Alison Meredith, Private Practice Coach and Faculty at Royal Roads University / Schools of Leadership Studies
“The modeling, info sharing and skill-based practice worked so well. Nice meeting new people and great resources and encouragement. Even though I have no drawing skills … I see the ‘light’ – even I can do this! So with practice, just imagine … “.
Sharon White, Program Coordinator/Trainer,
Ministry of Children & Families, Vancouver, BC
“Christina you hit the mark! Big impact. No more single page flip charts!”
Ryan Girard, Business Process Consultant, Victoria, BC
“Interactive, practical, starts up slowly so you build your confidence – fun! Best workshop I’ve been to in a long time and very applicable to the work I do.”
Anne Fraser, Change Management Coordinator, Calgary Health Region
“Invaluable training – even more than I expected! I was amazed that I was actually able to draw icons and do lettering. Not at all intimidating and great opportunity to enhance companies assets (employees) for engaging meetings. “
Rebecca Alexander, Senior Researcher, Thought Leadership Team,
Microsoft, Seattle, WA
“Excellent skills for facilitators and trainers to take your exercises and learning pieces to a more professional level. This will make your service stand out as a consultant – well done!”
Anne Schultz, Leadership Consultant / Professor, Royal Roads University
“Christina was knowledgeable, approachable and generous with her time, tools and materials. Integrating graphics into a coaching practice is powerful for both client and coach”.
Maureen Clarke, Coach, www.blueprintgroup.ca
“Everything worked well – gentle introduction and lots of resources. I have no artistic skills yet soon found myself doing graphics! It was SO fun!”
Kim Kelso, Project Manager/Facilitator,
Ministry of Children and Family, Vancouver, BC
“Great workshop from start to finish – can’t believe how much we covered! Great facilitation: well paced, clear, calm and enjoyable. Thanks so much”.
Paula Beltgens, Participatory Research Facilitator, Vancouver, BC
“Christina is a master of her craft and shares generously. Tons of quick tips and a great foundational AND inspirational course”.
Darcy Riddell, Hollyhock Leadership Center, Vancouver, BC
“Graphic facilitation and coaching is the key I’ve been looking for to help make my workshops and coaching/counseling have more impact on people – most people I work with are visual learners, so I’m excited to include this new tool in my toolbox”.
Linda Coltura, Coach, Vancouver BC
“This workshop gave me the basic tools and increased confidence to experiment with graphic facilitation and recording. I look forward to playing with them and learning more as I integrate them into my teaching and leadership roles”.
Sarah McKerlich, Teacher, Victoria, BC
"Christina's graphic facilitation work takes coaching to a new level of expression and connection with clients. I just attended a local workshop she hosted (after reading her article in the CTI newsletter) --- truly a valuable way of expressing ideas and working with clients. One of the most interesting courses I have ever taken. The sky is the limit as to how I will be applying graphics to my practice. I've already had two very successful experiences with clients using what she taught me, and it's only been two weeks since the workshop!"
Shannan Brown, ACC, Coach, Campbell River, BC Canada
"The whole session was excellent. Well thought out, good pacing, good mix of talk and hands on, useful resources - and Christina was very encouraging and helpful. She also provides post-workshop coaching and has shown a real interest in her students' progress. Great to have a generous pro like her here in Canada. My confidence is growing and I'm stepping out as a graphic recorder and facilitator. Exciting!"
Avril Orloff, Graphic Recorder, Vancouver, British Columbia
"Thank you so much for the most excellent training. I learned so much. The one-on-one time with you to draw on your vast experience with graphic recording and especially graphic facilitation - priceless. I learned so much AND came home with a product that I can use right way. My clients are going to be thrilled when I show them what I can do for them thanks to my training with you. Put me down for your graphic recording bootcamp session in the spring and, I'm referring you to my colleagues!"
Judi Adams, Adams & Adams Consulting Inc., San Diego. USA
GRAPHICS BOOTCAMP (LEVEL 2 Training)
“Christina, you are fantastic! This Bootcamp really took me to my next level in graphic facilitation and recording. My learning curve is now more like a straight line – up! Expanded my skills in drawing, template design and will support my business offering to my clients through my ability to increase my variety of services”.
Pattie Porter, San Antonio, TX www.conflictconnections.com
“For facilitators who are looking to shake it up, take it up a notch and expand their skill sets … this is the course. And for those of you who feel constrained by flip chart paper and single color pen use – break loose. The ratio of ‘theory transfer’ to practical application / hands on trial was PERFECT! Wonderful to witness another professional’s expertise (Christina’s a wonderful facilitator)”.
Sue Davis, Internal Consultant, Regional Health Authority, Vancouver, BC
“Working at-the-wall and the synergy of working in groups too – worked well. I was comfortable and felt welcomed and supported throughout. I was able to let my inner critic take the time off.”
Rueben Sanchez, Internal Corporate Consultant, Phoenix, Arizona
“This is one of the best courses I have ever taken! Real world applications, genuine and dynamic information and a comfortable learning environment were just a few of the reasons I would recommend this to anyone interested in making the world a better place”.
Erik Hanson, Speaker/Facilitator, Extreme Kindness Crew, www.extremekindness.com
“Was a great session – so many positives. Among others: great group dynamics, good mix of demo and hands-on, good coverage of different aspects of the field, great resources (the handbook is a treasure!). I really appreciate your hospitality and mentorship”.
Avril Orloff, Graphic Recorder, Vancouver, BC
“Personal, focused attention that will take you to the next level and beyond with your graphic facilitation and recording skills”.
Ruth Britt, Model Workplace Program, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, Pasadena, MD
“Christina is engaging, supportive and very skilled. This advanced workshop helped me ‘see’ the big picture! It will add demonstrable value to our clients”.
Alan Stephen, Calgary, AB, www.standing-stones.com
“Excellent learning experience with an organized, supportive, creative and generous facilitator! Every moment and activity added to an outstanding professional learning investment for me”.
Cheryl King, Grande Prairie, AB, www.greenleafconsulting.ca
"I have been working as a partner in a graphic facilitation team since 2000, but I have never felt confident enough in my drawing skills to 'go it alone'. Christina's Graphic Bootcamp was just what I needed! Meaningful, hands-on activities, great tips and tons of genuine and personable coaching from Christina made this workshop the catalyst I needed. In just 3 short months since taking Graphics Bootcamp, I have impressed and 'wowed' repeat and new clients with my visual summaries of client teleconference meetings, project summary murals and I recently mentored graphic recording of a large health conference in Toronto! This summer I have several graphic projects on the board and am now eager to delve in rather than fearful of whether or not I can do it. Thanks Christina, for helping me to realize my dreams! I highly recommend your workshop!"
Laurie Benn, Visual Practitioner, Medicine Hat, AB, www.positiveculture.ca
“Christina is a supportive and generous teacher. She created a ‘container’ that made self-expression, self-discovery and self-exposure stimulating, safe and fun! I can’t wait to see what my graphic colleagues create next.”
Andrea Williams, Fearless and Fabulous Coaching, Hillsboro, NH
“Perfectly paced learning - extremely valuable beyond explanation. A powerful tool every teacher, facilitator and coach should have.
Thank you so very much Christina.”
Daniel Scott, Soaring Sucess, Victoria, BC
“Life story was ‘great’ experience! Loved the demos then actually doing the same ourselves. Small participant count made it comfortable - wonderful opportunity with colleagues from across the world.”
Jan Spaulding, W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Battle Creek, MI
“Rich experience, solid preparation and presentation. Seeing all the amazing results of the group. A very solid and well-balanced training experience. Christina is a VERY convincing/persuasive professional and trainer.”
Suzanne Hoogwater, Legal Visuals, Netherlands and Denver, CO
“Meeting other people from all over the world, with different goals yet similar positive energy & a desire to be a force for change. I am leaving this place charged and inspired to map out EVERYTHING - exactly the information and experience that i needed to catalyze a major visionary shift in my work!”
Beth Sarver, Artist/Educator/Community Builder, ROYAL Project (Raising Our Youth As Leaders), Seattle, WA
PRIVATE TRAININGS:
"My colleague and I had a wonderful graphics training with Christina. I was absolutely astounded by what we could do by the end of the
afternoon. It was so fun papering up the walls and learning the tricks. Much of the work was demystified, to my relief; Christina and her materials are amazing!"
T.C. Waisman, Leadership Coach & Consultant, Vancouver, BC
"Flying in for a private two-day workshop with Christina was great (and so was the whale watching off Victoria). I was able to readily apply what she taught me. Two weeks later I was using some recommended templates and created some of my own. Her process forced me to re-think the way I have been doing executive planning retreats and helped me refine my agendas to produce a more coherent product."
Doug Thompson, Thompson Strategy Consulting, Virginia, U.S.A.
"My HR Director and I came for customized training in July 2006. I had been creating more opportunities to use graphics in my work but had encountered a confidence and skill barrier. To that end, Christina is an excellent teacher and coach. She has a solid base of organizational development, systems thinking and integrating graphics. I loved the engaging “at the wall” practice, the practical tips and effective how-to's. Her studio is a wonderful learning lab. With her help and continued inspiration I'm using my skills in greater ways. I highly recommend working with Christina in both a coach and teacher capacity."
Haley Green, Training & Development Dept., Edmonds Community College, Lynnwood, Washington
"Great coach. Positive & encouraging coaching style. Lovely location. An adventure in learning. 2 days of focused attention - Christina broke her methods down for me into manageable pieces and segments. I left with greater confidence in my ability to become a successful graphic facilitator. Within days of returning I had completed three of my action steps, drafted a 'test' company name and got two graphics-related projects done."
Suzanne Keely, Graphic Facilitator 'wannabe', Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.A.
"I contracted Christina to do a Meeting Graphics 101 training for our urban planning department. It was an excellent investment - we implemented her methods immediately into our downtown planning process and then our Parks Master Planning process with awesome results. Lots of raves from participants and staff as this new way of working really spiced things up for us too! Highly recommend."
Lindsay Chase, MCIP, Senior Planner, City of Victoria
"Christina, thanks again for your mentoring support. It always makes a difference! Just wanted you to know that the strategic planning meeting that I graphically facilitated worked very well. It was a lot of work this first time out but I think I have the hang of it. The evaluations were so good, I am saving them to read on a dark grey day! Again, thanks."
Carol Vollmer, Internal Facilitator/Trainer, Department of Veterans Affairs, North Carolina, USA
