Facilitator

Experience Designer

I intentionally design experiences to take people through a journey that makes them realize, feel, and remember.
With creativity, strategy and emotional intelligence, my approach is thoughtful. We consider topic and format, flow and variety, and participant preferences.
My workshops have had many purposes: team building, strategic vision & brand purpose, EI trainings.

Some of my work

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Patagonia Action Works Half Day Workshop

Co-designed the half day workshop to internally align, excite, and bring together the cross-disciplinary team around Patagonia Action Works.

Gatorade Impact Innovation 2-Day Workshop

Designed and facilitated a multi-agency and cross-functional workshop to align all parties on a impact-driven mission, focus efforts and ideate innovative possibilities.

BRAM Radio Brand Foundation Workshop

Ran a brand purpose workshop for non-profit Broadcast Radio Amsterdam to gather insights and points of view of the purpose and future of BRAM Radio.

Danone Full-Day Workshop

Partnered with the Danone team to discuss long-term priorities, understand the role of storytelling, and explore possible futures through scenario planning with cross functional teams.

Navigating Mentorship for Creative & Business Professionals Event

Co-designed and led this wonderful workshop with Emma Baines from Tony’s Chocolonely to help professionals understand what’s got them stuck and how to gain support.

Desmystifying Entrepreneurship Night

Created an experience for entrepre-curious to hear stories and ask questions from real entrepreneurs. As the host, I recruited three speakers and facilitated the conversation.

“She’s an exceptional facilitator, seamlessly creating a cohesive experience around a central theme that makes the workshop impactful.

With an effortless ability to read the room, guide conversations and bring playful energy into the mix, Michelle leaves participants feeling excited, connected, and aligned.”

— Jessica Stahl, Creative Director

“Michelle pushes you to think deeply, encourages you to give your best, and always leaves you with a smile. Anyone would be incredibly lucky to work with her!”

— Emma Baines, Head of Creative, Tony's Chocolonely

“Michelle created an inclusive, inviting, and safe space where we could truly listen and contribute. Her thoughtful questions sparked meaningful insights. ”

— Jade, Founder Human.Nature Agency

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My beliefs & approach

+As a coach, I can be a guide that creates and holds space for teams and people to deeply reflect, connect and find the answers you have

+As an strategist, I will curiously ask the hard questions, the too-easy-so-no-one-asks questions with the intention to get you considering new perspectives and get unstuck.

+As an experience designer, I will consider the human experience to design for impact, felt experience, learn by doing and practicing. This is not another workshop or training but a moment of transformation.