Creative Facilitation & Organisational Development
“Facilitation is the art of making things easy, making it easier for humans to work together and get things done.” - adrienne maree brown
Over the last 10 years, I've founded and grown an organisation through all the ups and downs, securing funding, building collaborative teams, shaping processes that work, and creating more equitable structures. In the last couple of years, I've brought that hands-on experience to support other arts, education, charity and community groups, helping them find space to think, connect and move forward. This is my happy place: "Your process gave our team space to breathe, connect and see things differently, exactly what we needed."
Why a different approach matters
In many organisations, particularly those rooted in social change, community development or the voluntary sector, conventional methods of development, leadership training and strategy often reinforce top-down hierarchies. They privilege analytical, verbal, executive ways of knowing while undervaluing others. I believe there's an opportunity to transform not just what organisations do, but how they think, relate, imagine and act together.
How I work
I weave together arts-based methods, systems thinking, creativity, joy and play to make this happen. By arts-based methods, I mean accessible activities open to any level, visual mapping, simple making, movement, creative prompts, that invite sensory, reflective thinking. These surface ideas, feelings and experiences beyond words alone, creating space for different ways of communicating and participating.
The result
Inclusive, well-held processes that feel alive and lead to meaningful progress. No arts experience needed, just curiosity. Teams reflect deeply, communicate differently, and tackle complexity with fresh insight.
This draws directly from my work over the last 15 years across teaching, community organising and consulting - practical creativity for real impact.
Client Stories
“One of the most powerful moments came when we realised, through Ollie’s facilitation, that many of the “conflicts” we felt were actually shared hopes expressed in different languages. That insight changed how we listen and move forward together.”
— Director, Neurodivergent led Arts Charity, South East
“We have worked with Ollie over several months. Ollie has really helped us to open up our thinking, reflect and plan forward. Ollie spent time really listening to us and understanding our organisation, and then helped us to implement systems, strategies and ways of working that reflect our values as a Neurodivergent-affirming organisation, as well as our team’s needs. These kind of spaces to think as an organisation are too rare, and it has been blessing and a huge support to have Ollie's thoughtful, creative and responsive guidance when we needed it most.”
— Education Network Lead
Next Steps
Curious about how this could support your team or organisation? Book a free 30-minute discovery call to explore your challenges, priorities, and possibilities.
Or drop me a line at info@mycocreative.co.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
1. What is creative facilitation and organisational development?
Creative facilitation and organisational development use arts-based, participatory methods to help teams reflect, collaborate, and plan effectively. This approach supports organisations to work through complexity, strengthen culture, and develop strategies that align with their values.
2. Who is this facilitation and development work for?
This work supports arts charities, cultural organisations, community groups, CICs, and education teams navigating change, growth, or uncertainty. It is particularly suited to values-led organisations seeking more collaborative and inclusive ways of working.
3. What happens during a creative facilitation workshop or session?
Sessions are tailored to your context and may include visual mapping, embodied exercises, sound or rhythm-based activities, and structured dialogue. These methods help surface shared values, unblock challenges, and support collective decision-making.
4. Can you support planning days, retreats, or longer-term development?
Yes. Support is available through half-day or full-day workshops, facilitation days for planning or away days, and longer development programmes over several months to support culture-building, strategy, or organisational change.
5. Are sessions delivered online or in person?
Sessions can be delivered online or in person, with in-person work focused in Kent and South East England. All work is facilitated using trauma-informed and inclusive practices, with flexible pricing options available.