Voices & Views: Strategic Planning
In this Season 3, Episode 2 of Voices & Views, facilitators Dilhara Muthukuda, Krista Rowe, and Aaron Wolowiec peel back the curtain on Event Garde’s hands-on approach to strategic planning—featured in their forthcoming white paper, From Sticky Walls to Strategic Wins. Together, they explore how participatory methods like the Technology of Participation (ToP) process transform strategic planning from a dreaded task into a dynamic, energizing experience that builds clarity, momentum, and shared ownership.
Moderated by Dilhara, the conversation moves from real-world examples to facilitation hacks, naming what helps a strategy stick and what causes it to stall. Krista shares the behind-the-scenes decisions that shaped the white paper, from the full-room layout to what didn’t make the final cut. Aaron reflects on how naming underlying contradictions can spark powerful "aha" moments—and why fun, structure, and creativity belong at the heart of every planning session.
Whether you're a new facilitator, a seasoned strategist, or someone looking to hire a strategic planning facilitator, this episode offers tools, stories, and inspiration to reimagine what’s possible in your next planning process. Check it out—and then check out the white paper and companion webinar to take the next step.
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