Cheers to our partners in schools! Last week in Seattle, we celebrated educators shaping the future at our L+D Reception. Special thanks to hosts Brendan Connolly and Mithūn for their support.

Five finalists. 18 incredible teams. Final pitches on Thursday, February 26th in Seattle at Mithūn. Congrats to @bransonschool, @holtonarms, @oregonepiscopal, @meadowbrookma, and @thadenschool. Thanks to Mithūn and VAIS for their support. Build a team. Design change.

The L+D Caravan just concluded in Houston, fostering authentic dialogue. Huge thanks to Isaiah Noriega, Dr. Lorna Torrado, and Awty International School. Next up: Potomac, MD, 4/29-5/1! Join us: aimsmddc.org/events/EventDet…

Last week, The Village School leaders tackled the Banana Challenge in their yearlong Team X with Carla Silver, aiming to create a print ad for bananas. It's all about building trust and deepening team dynamics. Learn more: leadershipanddesign.org/team…

Relying only on data limits our vision. Embrace imagination for better futures by reading Carla Silver's article, The Strategic Planning Weapon: Imagination: leadershipanddesign.org/insi…

100 voices, one future. Last week, the North Shore Country Day School community gathered with Ryan Burke to shape our strategic direction. Excited for what’s next!

To the solstice: a moment to pause, reflect, and renew as we chase the light again. Wishing clarity and quiet momentum as our days grow longer. Photo credit: Antonio Viva

Houston! Get your tickets for the L+D Caravan at The Awty International School. Join us for three days of learning on well-being, leadership, and storytelling. Register: isasw.org/events/ld-caravan

Explore L+D's work with clients: in the "Listening in the Dark" activity we use to build leadership presence and team connection, participants close their eyes to listen and deepen understanding through sound. What can we more truly understand when visuals are silenced?

Join us for Leadership Lab 2026, a two-day workshop on June 16–17 in San Jose, CA. Enhance your leadership in clarity, presence, and empowering communities. Details + registration: leadershipanddesign.org/lead…