What we’re about
Our mission is to create safe spaces where people can explore work/life innovation. We formed in 2017 to host the first open space conference in Portland-themed on the future of work. Our inspiration comes from the intersection of improvement in software, healthcare, banking, construction, nonprofits and the great need for things to get better.
What this Meetup Group is about
We explore the emerging ideas and practices of responsive, adaptable, evolving organizations. More and more organizations are replacing the traditional management hierarchy with more fluid and responsive ways of organizing. Valve, Zappos, Medium, Spotify, Morning Star, are just some of the examples of companies reinventing how work gets organized in service of purpose. This meetup explores what we can learn from these and other organizations' experiments and experiences, and how we can start reinventing and transforming our own organizations to be more responsive and purpose-driven.
Who should join
People who are passionate about reinventing organizations, agile, responsiveness, holacracy, etc., and who are ready to jump in and start experimenting in the teams and organizations they show up in. Bring an open mind, share what/who inspires you, what you're reading, what you've tried, and what burning questions you want to explore. There are so many progressive, innovative professionals in Portland, let's collaborate!
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Strategic Agility Lab (partner event)McMenamins Kennedy School, Portland, OR$749.00
Introducing the Strategic Agility Lab! This is a cross posting of a new gathering in PDX from some of our Future of Work founders. We invite you to join a great community of forward thinkers as we explore approaching organizational change with intent. Similar to FoW offerings, the brilliance and learning will be co-created with attendees while incorporating practical techniques to make change wherever you are.
FoW community members receive a 10% discount (with code: fow$) and sliding scale rates as well as group rates are available. Please inquire in comments.
Full Program
Register Here (10% discount with fow$ code, 20% group discount)## Two Immersive Days of Learning
The Strategic Agility Lab creates a collaborative and immersive environment where participants can learn from experts, exchange ideas with peers, and actively work towards transforming their organization's agility and responsiveness. The event is intentionally limited to under 100 attendees to maximize engagement, foster meaningful connections, and ensure personalized interactions that drive profound learning and collaboration.
## About the Strategic Agility Lab
Our mission is to address core challenges, cultivate a resilient mindset, and unlock your organization's untapped potential in meeting the ever-evolving needs of your customers. By the end of this intensive retreat, you and your team will emerge equipped with invaluable skills to propel your journey toward building a more agile, responsive, and forward-thinking organization. Our distinguished team of seasoned business leaders and passionate change agents is dedicated to guiding you through two immersive days of transformative working sessions and delivering personalized mentorship.
## Program
See full Program Here.
Day 1: Organizational Complexity: The first step in strategic agility: Exploring the intricacies of the challenges we face to gain deeper insights and pave the way for practical solutions
Day 2: Taking action: Empowering you with the knowledge and tools to catalyze positive change and create a lasting impact.
Food will be provided for all meals along with evening event.
