In this episode of the Facilitation Lab Podcast, host Douglas Ferguson interviews Lori Boozer, a narrative strategist and wellness visionary. Lori shares her journey from law to facilitation, emphasizing the importance of creating inclusive spaces for genuine participation and healing. The conversation explores group dynamics, the power of storytelling, and removing hierarchical barriers to foster authentic connection. Lori reflects on her experiences in Thailand and the need for “reparative engagement” in communities. Together, they discuss how facilitation can drive collective transformation, especially in workplaces and a world increasingly shaped by technology.
September 2025
Web3, blockchain, and cryptocurrency organizations thrive on collaboration, but without effective meeting facilitation, they risk falling into unproductive patterns. Skilled facilitation transforms meeting culture by improving decision-making, boosting transparency, and increasing community engagement—critical for decentralized governance and global participation. Case in point: Cardano’s Constitutional Convention, facilitated by Voltage Control, brought together over 1,400 participants across 50 countries to ratify a groundbreaking on-chain constitution. From hybrid workshops to large-scale global events, expert facilitation enables blockchain networks and crypto companies to maximize efficiency, harness diverse perspectives, and drive sustainable collaboration at scale.
Alum Kristi James shares how her lifelong love of bringing people together evolved into a career in catalytic facilitation, now shaping global impact at the World Health Organization. From early days leading school events to marketing innovation at DHL and immersive brand experiences, Kristi discovered the power of storytelling and intentional design to spark engagement. Her journey deepened through Voltage Control’s Facilitation Certification, where she mastered Liberating Structures like 1-2-4-All and applied them to transform WHO workshops. Today, Kristi uses facilitation to move teams from passive meetings to active collaboration, proving that a well-placed “why” can turn any gathering into meaningful change.
Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) thrive on active participation, yet sustaining engagement remains a challenge. This article explores how DAOs and blockchain communities like Cardano successfully foster long-term member involvement through facilitation, transparency, and effective tokenomics. From addressing voter apathy and the “free rider problem” to implementing fair token distribution, incentives, and alternative governance models, the post outlines strategies that strengthen decentralized decision-making. Highlighting real-world examples like the Cardano Constitutional Convention, it shows how dedicated facilitation can transform governance into an inclusive, collaborative process.
As summer shifts into fall, we often feel pulled back into “serious mode.” But play isn’t the opposite of work—it’s the fuel for it. In this blog, we explore how facilitators and leaders can integrate playful practices into meetings to spark creativity, lower resistance, and unlock momentum for deeper collaboration. From Squiggle Birds to remixing classics like Altitude, playful micro-moves open space for discovery, clarity, and shared meaning. Whether you’re exploring new rituals, navigating change, or building team trust, purposeful play transforms how groups connect, experiment, and achieve serious outcomes together.
Discover how to plan and facilitate a successful blockchain conference with insights from Voltage Control’s work on the historic Cardano Constitutional Convention. Over two years and 63 workshops in 50 countries, facilitators guided the Cardano community through drafting and ratifying its groundbreaking constitution—culminating in global events in Nairobi, Buenos Aires, and online. This case study reveals strategies for building agendas, selecting facilitators, fostering networking, and creating inclusive environments for blockchain, crypto, and Web3 events. Learn practical tips for planning summits, workshops, and conferences that inspire collaboration, drive innovation, and strengthen decentralized communities in 2025 and beyond.
From leading student adventures to facilitating global workshops, Chris Federer’s journey shows how facilitation is often discovered through exploration, not a straight path. In this alumni story, Chris shares how design thinking, community, and practice shaped his evolution into a professional facilitator. Discover insights on leadership, collaboration, and the winding road to a career in facilitation.