The Open Space Method 

Experiential Training Workshop

Toronto, Canada - April 25-26-27, 2007  

A unique way of leading, organizing facilitating
and of being in organizations   

 “I learned that it’s OK to release control and experience chaos with the group. 
Order - a new order - will re-emerge which allows us to reach new heights.”
Linda Cooper, Advisor, Strategic / Scientific Partnerships,
Environment Canada, New-Brunswick, Canada 

“This workshop is very well constructed; it allows us to experience Open Space and to learn in real time. 
I really experienced and perceived two essential dimensions of OST: self-organization and emergence of leadership.”
Jean-Maurice Vergnaud, management consultant, ALELEKA, Boulogne-Billancourt, France

Open Space Technology (OST) enables organizations to transform and become more interactive, inspired, healthy and productive. It also can accelerate projects and change processes. This simple but powerful participatory method is used around the world by thousands of organizations, companies, governments and community associations.  

Leaders, change agents, facilitators and anyone aiming for more fruitful collective work will want to know about OST because it is an effective approach for engaging people.

You will learn when to use OST, how to plan for a successful OS event and how to prepare sponsors. You will discover the core principles and a different way of facilitating, of setting priorities and of action planning. Finally, you will participate in an Open Space and have an opportunity to practice.

Larry Peterson and Diane Gibeault, the trainers, both bring 30 years of experience in facilitating meetings and transformational change in Canada and on the international scene. Their combined experience includes approximately 400 Open Space events ranging in scale from 6 to 800 participants.  www.spiritedorg.com  www.dianegibeault.com. 

Included: A 3-day workshop, the OST book by Harrison Owen founder of OST, written and electronic materials (tools and detailed guides) and breakfasts, lunches, breaks.  

Special Rates for students and others. See also early bird registration savings. 

Full Brochure & Registration: Clickhere (MS Word) or see Larry’sor Diane’s websites above Clickhere (forPDF format) 

Early Registration Rebate extended to March 12^th.

Ottawa:  Diane Gibeault diane.gibeault@rogers.com      Tel. 613.744.2638