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Professional facilitator & collaborative strategist. Amazon bestselling author. IAF Regional Director for Canada.

Professional Background

Rebecca Sutherns, PhD CPF, is a distinguished advisor and facilitator with a robust career spanning over 25 years. She is known for her ability to "untangle knots and connect dots," a motto that encapsulates her unique talent for guiding groups through complex challenges towards clarity and strategic alignment. As a Certified Professional Facilitator, Rebecca has honed her skills in facilitating collaboration and strategic planning across diverse sectors including health, education, social services, and the arts, both in Canada and internationally.

Her innovative approach to facilitation focuses on designing engaging processes that empower groups to meet their strategic objectives. Rebecca's clients range from community builders in large non-profit organizations and socially-minded businesses to municipalities, universities, health organizations, and multi-sector coalitions. Her repertoire of skills includes facilitation design and execution, stakeholder engagement, group and individual coaching, particularly with Executive Directors, mediation and conflict management, and keynote speaking. She believes in the power of asking incisive questions to stimulate dialogue and foster a culture of collaboration.

Rebecca is currently at the forefront of an exciting new venture as one of the few professionally certified Adaptability Quotient coaches globally. This development complements her published works on adaptive strategic planning and nimble facilitation. Alongside her coaching, she is thrilled to be launching a new collaborative leadership development program called ELASTIC, which is set to empower leaders and teams to enhance their capacity to adapt and innovate in today's rapidly changing environment.

Education and Achievements

Rebecca's educational background is as rich and diverse as her professional pursuits. She began her academic journey at Lorne Park Secondary School, laying the groundwork for her future in higher education. She then pursued an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and French, followed by a Master of Public Administration (MPA) specializing in Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management at Queen's University, where she demonstrated her commitment to understanding the nuances of organizational dynamics in the public and non-profit sectors.

Rebecca continued her studies at the University of Guelph, where she earned a PhD in Rural Studies with a focus on Sustainable Communities. Furthermore, she completed coursework for a Doctor of Education in Adult Education at the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. This combination of degrees has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of both theoretical frameworks and practical applications in adult education, leadership, and community development.

Achievements

Throughout her career, Rebecca has held prestigious positions such as the CEO at Sage Solutions, where she leads initiatives aimed at enhancing organizational effectiveness and strategic clarity. She has also contributed her expertise as an instructor at the University of Waterloo's Conrad Grebel College and the University of Guelph, imparting knowledge to the next generation of leaders.

As a former facilitator at Syntegrity Business Orchestration Solutions and as part of the advocacy and programs team at World Vision, Rebecca has demonstrated her ability to bridge gaps and foster partnerships among stakeholders with varying interests and goals. Her prolific work in governance training, leadership development, and team effectiveness continues to shape the landscape of purpose-driven organizations, enabling them to thrive in a competitive environment.

Rebecca Sutherns exemplifies a commitment to fostering collaboration and enhancing strategic agility, making her a recognized leader in facilitation and strategic planning. She invites anyone interested in her work or the upcoming ELASTIC program to connect without obligation via her website www.rebeccasutherns.com.

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Guelph, Ontario, Canada