As a consultant, facilitator, researcher and globally recognized thought leader, my work centers around “thrivability” – a set of perspectives and practices based on a view of organizations and communities as dynamic living systems. For more than two decades, I have supported pioneering, purpose-driven clients across a wide range of sectors, including tourism, agriculture, eldercare and education, to enable the transition to more regenerative systems and structures. Specifically, I bring people of diverse perspectives together to uncover shared aspirations, tap into their collective intelligence, and allow innovative responses to emerge.

With a Master’s Degree in International Marketing, I bring a diverse experience base to this work. I spent the first part of my career in brand strategy, working internationally for Coca- Cola and H.J. Heinz. The second part of my career focused on employee engagement and organizational development, consulting for a range of organizations in Washington, DC. More recently, as part of the global Art of Hosting community of practice, I have designed and hosted hundreds of strategic conversations, from 5 to 500 people. Now, after living in 19 cities, including Moscow, London, Paris, New York and a small town in Scotland, I combine organizational strategy, employee and stakeholder engagement, hosting and more in my home base of Montréal and around the world.

My research, perspectives and practical experience are brought together in the highly acclaimed book, The Age of Thrivability: Vital Perspectives and Practices for a Better World. I’m co-author of Destination Canada’s landmark paper: A Regenerative Approach to Tourism in Canada. I frequently deliver keynotes globally, including two popular TEDx talks. And I have written over 100 articles on themes of thrivability and regeneration.