Successful Facilitation

Learn the art and science of facilitation to excel in various association settings.

Overcome Challenging Situations

Discover strategies to tackle difficult facilitation scenarios with confidence.

Practical Tools for Success

Acquire essential tools that can be immediately applied to enhance association opportunities.

About the Mastering Facilitation for Association Professionals Course

Facilitation isn’t just for the boardroom. In the association environment, facilitation shows up in member committees, strategic planning, chapter relations, key discussions, staff meetings, webinars, and hybrid engagements. Yet many professionals don’t get specific training on how to lead or facilitate well. In this course you will explore the art and science of facilitation, learn how to overcome the most challenging facilitation situations, and take-home critical tools that will move you from running meetings and facilitating results.

Association Staff

Association staff should take this course to gain practical facilitation skills that turn everyday meetings, committees, and member interactions into focused, productive conversations that drive real organizational results.

AMCs - Staff & Volunteers

Association Management Company (AMC) staff and volunteers should take this course to strengthen their ability to confidently guide multiple boards and committees toward alignment, better decisions, and stronger client outcomes.

Association Volunteers

Association volunteers should take this course to learn how to lead discussions that build consensus, maximize member engagement, and ensure their time and leadership make a meaningful impact.

Meet Your Instructor:  Brian Summers, CAE, AAiP

Brian Summers is a respected Certified Association Executive (CAE) with a proven track record of transforming organizations through effective leadership development and strategic planning. With a wealth of experience in facilitating board retreats, leading strategic sessions, and championing collaborative leadership programs, Brian is dedicated to empowering teams and driving sustainable growth through effective facilitation. His vision for promoting achieving objectives and fostering innovation sets him apart as a leader in the field.

Course Curriculum

6 Chapters · 21 Lessons

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    Module 1: Introduction to Association Facilitation

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      Introduction & Course Structure

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      Learning Objectives

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      Lesson 1: Why Facilitation is Important

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      Lesson 2: Differences Between Presenting & Facilitating

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      Lesson 3: Practical Uses of Facilitation

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      Module 1: Quiz

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    Module 2: Planning & Engagement Techniques

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      Lesson 1: Planning the Engagement

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      Lesson 2: Ice Breakers

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      Lesson 3: Engagement Techniques & Best Practices

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      Lesson 4: Post Engagement

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      Module 2: Quiz

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    Model 3: Challenging Situations in Facilitation

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      Lesson 1: How to Address Challenging Situations

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      Module 3: Quiz

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    Module 4: Final Facilitation Assignment / Coaching

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      Facilitation Practice Assignment

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      Facilitation Coaching

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    Module 5: Industry Expert Insights

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      Brian Riggs

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      Amanda Lea Kaiser

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      Stuart Binstock

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      Adrienne Sutton

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      James Young

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    Additional Facilitation Resources

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      Facilitation Training & Development

Testimonials

Discover how this course has empowered professionals to excel in association facilitation.

”This course makes facilitation feel accessible and exciting, offering practical tips you can use right away. Hearing real strategies from experienced facilitators brings the material to life and empowers new facilitators to lead with confidence."
Leslie Scott Parker

Executive Director, NASPE

"The real value of bringing people together lies in how effectively collective wisdom is captured and diverse perspectives are surfaced, explored, and synthesized into shared understanding and consensus. This course equips association staff, volunteer leaders, and independent facilitators at all levels with practical frameworks and adaptable ideas to design inclusive conversations and lead more focused, effective meetings.” 
John Koehr, CAE, PMP, AAiP

Association Consultant

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