Design to Delivery
“Great facilitators don’t just lead discussions—they unlock collaboration, spark innovation, and guide groups toward meaningful outcomes.”
In today’s fast-paced and collaborative work environments, the ability to guide discussions, spark engagement and foster meaningful outcomes is a critical skill for leaders, educators and professionals of all kinds. The Art of Facilitation: From Design to Delivery is a hands-on experience designed to help you move beyond traditional presentations and meetings into interactive, co-creative discussions that drive results. Whether you’re leading a workshop, running a team meeting, brainstorming new ideas, or facilitating group decision -making, this course will equip you with the skills, tools and mindset to create impactful and engaging conversations.
YOU WILL LEARN:
- Lead engaging discussions with confidence – Develop the mindset and adaptability of a great facilitator to foster participation and psychological safety.
- Design interactive and outcome-driven sessions – Structure meetings, workshops and presentations that encourage collaboration, creativity and clear takeaways.
- Use powerful questions to spark insight – Guide conversations, unlock deeper thinking and navigate resistance or disengagement effectively.
- Manage group dynamics with skill – Handle diverse perspectives, energy shifts and challenges to keep discussions productive and inclusive.
SO YOU WILL BE ABLE TO:
- Lead dynamic meetings, workshops, and discussions that result in clear, actionable outcomes
- Foster collaboration and innovation by creating spaces where all voices are heard
- Confidently navigate challenges such as disengaged participants, difficult group dynamics or unexpected roadblocks
- Adapt your facilitation style to different contexts, audiences and goals
BENEFITS OF ATTENDING THE ART OF FACILITATION
This course will transform the way you lead discussions, whether in meetings, classrooms, workshops or brainstorming sessions. You’ll gain tools to foster participation, encourage creative problem-solving and ensure meaningful outcomes—leading to more effective collaboration and engagement in any professional setting. By shifting from a presenter mindset to a facilitator’s approach, you’ll elevate your ability to inspire, connect and drive results in any group interaction.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for anyone who leads group discussions, facilitates learning or guides decision-making—including leaders, managers, workshop facilitators, educators, consultants, product managers and keynote speakers. If you want to make your meetings, presentations or training sessions more interactive, engaging and impactful, this course is for you.
DATES/TIMES
Mon., June 2, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
LOCATION
Boise State University, Ron and Linda Yanke Research Park
FEES
$299 per person
PRESENTERS
Eliseo Che Lanuza (or just call him Che) is a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, leadership coach and TTI-certified in Emotional Intelligence, Driving Forces and DISC. He has worked in higher education for seven years and holds a master’s degree in Leadership Facilitation and User Experience. Che lives in Harris Ranch with his partner and their nine children. In his free time, you can find him running along the Boise River Greenbelt, drinking espresso at local coffee shops, practicing yoga and carefully building his record collection.