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We play with wicked problems.

We partner with organizations and networks to design systems and structures that enable individuals and groups to learn, collaborate, engage in deep dialogue, and take informed collective action.

Our global network focuses on engaging at the intersection of systems. We make connections across networks, help orient and convene around a critical purpose, and facilitate to achieve meaningful and sustained solutions.

Our belief is that the “wicked problems” of our time are so large and interconnected that our appropriate response can only be constructed through a process we call emergent design. Our expertise lies in combining design thinking, visual communication, network science, interactive technology, group facilitation, and collaborative decision-making tools and techniques.

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WE CREATE

We create space for leaders to see, think, and interact differently to achieve genuine understanding and positive change.

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WE ENABLE

We support critical decision-makers around the world and provide them with practical and effective tools that support collaboration and informed action.

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WE EMPOWER

We support and empower a global network of highly skilled practitioners to innovate and extend the reach and impact of their work.

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March 15, 2025 in Design, Education, Virtual Events

Community: What the Doctor Ordered and Your New Leadership Superpower (5:00 PM EDT)

Americas Thursday, March 27th 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM PDT/Los Angeles 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM CDT/Chicago 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM EDT/New York EMEA Thursday, March 27th 9:00 PM... Read More
March 15, 2025 in Design, Education, Virtual Events

Community: What the Doctor Ordered and Your New Leadership Superpower (8:00 AM EDT)

Thursday, March 27, 2025 Americas 5:00 AM - 6:30 AM PDT/Los Angeles 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM CDT/Chicago 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM EDT/New York EMEA 12:00 PM - 1:30... Read More
February 18, 2025 in Design, Education, Virtual Events

Design Gym: Ripple Effects Mapping

Thursday, February 27, 2025 Americas 8:00 - 9:30 AM PST/Los Angeles 10:00 - 11:30 AM CST/Chicago 11:00 - 12:30 PM EST/New York EMEA 16:00 - 17:30 GMT/London 17:00 - 18:30... Read More
February 4, 2025 in Design, MOTM

MOTM 51: Three Cat and Design-Build-Use

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 Join host Svenja Rüger with Rob Evans & Matt Taylor for a 90-minute live discussion. Americas 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM PST/Los Angeles 10:00 AM - 12:00... Read More