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Kelle Olwyler
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  • Asheville, NC
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Franis Engel replied to Kelle Olwyler's discussion 'How can the concepts of world cafe be adapted for small groups of 15 to 25?'
"Perhaps using some of the creative thinking techniques of Edward de Bono as activities? As the "grandfather" of innovation, de Bono's work is all over the web and in the content of the 80+ books he has written. These are really fun…"
Jun 19, 2010
Kelle Olwyler replied to Kelle Olwyler's discussion 'How can the concepts of world cafe be adapted for small groups of 15 to 25?'
"Ronnie, I have not yet debriefed with my mentor, David Isaacs on this, but I can tell you my experience with the intimate cafe. You can email me at my private email, [email protected], and I will email you back directly. Kelle"
May 11, 2010
Ronnie Dunetz replied to Kelle Olwyler's discussion 'How can the concepts of world cafe be adapted for small groups of 15 to 25?'
"Thank you Juanita"
May 9, 2010
juanita brown replied to Kelle Olwyler's discussion 'How can the concepts of world cafe be adapted for small groups of 15 to 25?'
"Hi Ronnie... As I suggested to Kelle, you might want to contact David Isaacs, my partner, who has done a number of these smaller Cafes -- [email protected] Tel: 415/663-1961 And, do you know Edna Pasher in Israel....she's a World Cafe…"
May 9, 2010
Ronnie Dunetz replied to Kelle Olwyler's discussion 'How can the concepts of world cafe be adapted for small groups of 15 to 25?'
"Kelle hi- I saw your entry and had the same query- I have a group of businessmen here in Israsel that I lead once a month (it is a type of mastermind) and I would like to do a meeting around the world cafe process- we usually get between 12- 16…"
May 8, 2010
Kelle Olwyler replied to Kelle Olwyler's discussion 'How can the concepts of world cafe be adapted for small groups of 15 to 25?'
"Gracias, amiga mia, I will contact him ASAP. I'm very excited about possibilities. When you and David arrive, I want to have a small gathering, introduce you to some great, like-hearted and like-minded people. Te extraño muchísimo!"
Feb 13, 2010
juanita brown replied to Kelle Olwyler's discussion 'How can the concepts of world cafe be adapted for small groups of 15 to 25?'
"Kelle, Call David, who has done a lot of these smaller Cafes-- very easy really -- still tables of 4, same basic process but just more intimate! Call David at 415/663-1961 or on his cell (only if he is away from Tomales) at 415/250-8412. Our first…"
Feb 12, 2010
Kelle Olwyler posted a discussion

How can the concepts of world cafe be adapted for small groups of 15 to 25?

I'm getting so many requests by Board of Directors from non-profits to do world cafe with their Boards and staff because of experiences they had at a large world cafe.They love the process, the energy that results, the excitement that is carried forward by the group, the connection they make to each other and the results, and the real results they see happening as the weeks went by after the world cafe they attended.I'd like to find a way to adapt world cafe to small groups of 15 to 25…See More
Feb 12, 2010
Kelle Olwyler replied to Kelle Olwyler's discussion 'Follow up on "World Cafe comes to a very conservative non-profit organization in the U.S. South"'
"Yes, Zelle and Maureen about sociocracy and state of grace documents. Maybe we could have an "event" with all of us and more . . .Por favor, cuando ves a Maria de los Angeles, dale un fuerte abrazo, y dile que se lo mando yo. Hasta pronto,…"
Jan 11, 2010
juanita brown replied to Kelle Olwyler's discussion 'Follow up on "World Cafe comes to a very conservative non-profit organization in the U.S. South"'
"t would be fabulous..I'll be in meetings with Maria this week and I'll ask her. AND, we want to learn more both abut sociocracy and state of grace documents. It's Zelle and Maureen we should be asking about that ,no? Con…"
Jan 10, 2010
Kelle Olwyler replied to Kelle Olwyler's discussion 'Follow up on "World Cafe comes to a very conservative non-profit organization in the U.S. South"'
"Hola, Queridisima, We had a blast doing it, and are looking forward to more. It appears we may have some inquiries about the process and future possibilities. Wouldn't that be fun? Vente pronto, y por que no le convencemos a Maria de los…"
Jan 10, 2010
Kelle Olwyler replied to Kelle Olwyler's discussion 'Follow up on "World Cafe comes to a very conservative non-profit organization in the U.S. South"'
"Thanks, Peg. I think I'm going to make it part of this year's practice to to get away from any and all jargon. Will be interesting to see if it's possible. Have a wonderful time at the event you are putting on for HS Senior women.…"
Jan 10, 2010
juanita brown replied to Kelle Olwyler's discussion 'Follow up on "World Cafe comes to a very conservative non-profit organization in the U.S. South"'
"Oh mi querida Kelle, How wonderful to hear this....I love your idea of taping tablecothes over the cardboard--what a fun idea...and also, as Peg says below, the importance to using language that's clear and relevant for the audience..It's…"
Jan 9, 2010
Peg Carlson-Bowen replied to Kelle Olwyler's discussion 'Follow up on "World Cafe comes to a very conservative non-profit organization in the U.S. South"'
"Congratulations! It sounds like a wonderful event. I especially appreciate the reminder to talk in a language that the group 'lives in.' I will be putting together an event for High School Senior women, and I think I'll run it by my…"
Jan 9, 2010
Kelle Olwyler posted a discussion

Follow up on "World Cafe comes to a very conservative non-profit organization in the U.S. South"

Thought I’d catch everyone up on the results of the Café we held in November of last year for the non-profit educational investment organization located in the conservative South where my husband Max and I live. The organization was experiencing a rapid drop in membership and educational seminar attendance.Max and I felt that a world café would be helpful in understanding what the members really wanted that they didn’t feel they were getting. Never had the organization considered just asking.…See More
Jan 9, 2010
A discussion started by Kelle Olwyler was featured

When tables can't be found, what has been used as a good alternative?

We need 50+ tables for 4, and no budget to rent. We are borrowing what we can, but someone must have run into this before. What creative way has a lack of tables been handled? We are not able t use the floor, as most of the people attending are older and can't get up and down from the floor easily. We welcome any ideas or true life experiences you might have to share about this.Love this community!See More
Nov 11, 2009

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At 9:15am on September 6, 2009, Christine Whitney Sanchez said…
Kelle, I got your message but there's a glitch in the Ning system so I couldn't respond to it directly. I would be delighted to be your thinking partner on this exciting and challenging project. How about a phone call so that we can think out loud together? I'm traveling most of next week. Afternoons the week of 9/14 are looking good for me.
At 6:24pm on August 3, 2009, Melanie Moeller said…
Hola Kelly,
Seria devertido ir con tigo. Podemos hablar manana para cordinar.
Te parece???
Melanie
At 9:35am on August 3, 2009, Christine Whitney Sanchez said…
Kelle, in Open Space we say that whenever it starts is the right time. Just let me know when you are ready to move forward.

Warm regards, Christine
At 3:14pm on July 31, 2009, Christine Whitney Sanchez said…
Hi Kelle!

Welcome to the warm and generative World Cafe Community. We've been paired up as mentor/mentee. When you are ready, let me know what I might do to help.

Warm wishes from HOT Phoenix,
Christine
 
 
 

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