
Michael Wilkinson
CMF
GA, USThe #1 authority for equipping leaders to use the power of facilitation to inspire, engage, and achieve amazing results with their people.
"He is hands down the most talented and effective facilitator with whom I have ever worked.”
That is a quote from the former CEO of the United Way Worldwide.
“Best facilitator I’ve ever seen.”
That was spoken by the CEO of Shell Oil, the CEO of UPS, and the former mayor of Atlanta.
So, who IS this guy? Well, they call him Michael the Facilitator.
- He is the founder of Leadership Strategies, the largest professional facilitation company in the nation.
- He is the writer of seven books on facilitation, including the 8 Core Practices of Facilitative Leaders and the best-seller, The Secrets of Facilitation.
- And he is a member of the International Facilitation Hall of Fame.
Since learning about the power of facilitation 30 years ago, he has helped hundreds of leaders from organizations around the globe use facilitation to achieve amazing results. While he specializes in IT and other technology organizations, his clients have included the largest construction company in Australia, a car auction company in the UK, and the government of Jamaica to create their 10-year strategic plan.
Michael the Facilitator is THE top knowledge source in the nation when it comes to showing leaders how to use facilitation to achieve phenomenal results.
"He is hands down the most talented and effective facilitator with whom I have ever worked.”
That is a quote from the former CEO of the United Way Worldwide.
“Best facilitator I’ve ever seen.”
That was spoken by the CEO of Shell Oil, the CEO of UPS, and the former mayor of Atlanta.
So, who IS this guy? Well, they call him Michael the Facilitator.
- He is the founder of Leadership Strategies, the largest professional facilitation company in the nation.
- He is the writer of seven books on facilitation, including the 8 Core Practices of Facilitative Leaders and the best-seller, The Secrets of Facilitation.
- And he is a member of the International Facilitation Hall of Fame.
Since learning about the power of facilitation 30 years ago, he has helped hundreds of leaders from organizations around the globe use facilitation to achieve amazing results. While he specializes in IT and other technology organizations, his clients have included the largest construction company in Australia, a car auction company in the UK, and the government of Jamaica to create their 10-year strategic plan.
Michael the Facilitator is THE top knowledge source in the nation when it comes to showing leaders how to use facilitation to achieve phenomenal results.
THE FACILITATIVE LEADER: 8 Core Practices for Achieving Better Results
Format options:
- Primary: Keynote, 90 minutes
- Other Formats: Workshop, breakout, virtual
- Other Timing (minutes): 40, 60, 90, 120, half-day, full-day
This program is perfect for:
- Leaders, directors, managers, supervisors, project leaders
Seeking to:
- Achieve better results and stronger commitment by facilitating...
THE FACILITATIVE CONSULTANT: From Technical Expert to Trust Advisor
Format options:
- Primary Format: Keynote, 90 minutes
- Other Formats: Workshop, breakout, virtual
- Other Timing (minutes): 40, 60, 75, 120, half-day, full-day
This program is perfect for:
- Technical leaders, project managers, consultants, IT professionals, analysts, business liaisons
Seeking to:
- Build stronger relationships with their internal and...
FROM MANAGEMENT TO LEADERSHIP: Moving to a Higher Level
Format options:
- Primary Format: Keynote, 75 minutes
- Other Formats: Workshop, breakout, virtual
- Other Timing (minutes): 40, 60, 90, 120, half-day
This program is perfect for:
- Leaders, mid-level directors, managers, supervisors, project leaders, analysts, business liaisons
Seeking to:
- Take their management and...
STRATEGIC THINKING: How to Take a Strategic Approach to Decision-making
Format options:
- Primary Format: Keynote, 90 minutes
- Other Formats: Workshop, breakout, virtual
- Other Timing (minutes): 40, 60, 75, 120, half-day
This program is perfect for:
- Leaders, directors, managers, supervisors, project leaders, analysts, business liaisons
Seeking to:
- Think more strategically instead of tactically when addressing issues,...
BUYING STYLES: Selling the Way Your Customer Buys
Format options:
- Primary Format: Keynote, 90 minutes
- Other Formats: Workshop, breakout, virtual
- Other Timing (minutes): 60, 75, 120, half-day, full-day
This program is perfect for:
- Sales leaders, sales representatives, territory managers, account managers, business consultants
Seeking to:
- Increase their sales effectiveness, close rate, and...


