Facilitation

The Thirlby Company believes that building confident and cohesive teams leads to happier and healthier workplaces, better retention, and a boost to the bottom line. That’s why we provide facilitation services that build culture and give employees the fundamental skills they need to thrive.

Focusing on the areas of team culture, communication, and leadership development, we use a collaborative and outcomes-based approach to ensure that you walk away from each engagement with clarity and empowerment.

Scroll down to learn more about our offerings and complete an team interest form to start a conversation.

Facilitation Offerings

  • Retreat Facilitation

    Are you looking to invest more in the way your team communicates and leads together? The Thirlby Company would love to facilitate your next team retreat or offsite event. Whether you’re planning a company meeting, board retreat, or a special gathering for your leadership team, we’ve got you covered. Our style can be described as energizing, fun, and empowering. We stay laser-focused on your agenda and goals while ensuring everyone feels included and has a meaningful day.

  • Retreat Design

    Are you looking for thought partnership as you plan your next team gathering? If yes, our retreat design option might be a great fit for you. Whether you’re in a time crunch or without a budget for facilitation, our design offering will help you create an intentional and well-organized day for your team. The design package comes with two structured calls, a custom draft agenda, suggested resources, and access to Margie for support leading up to your day.

  • Values & Norms

    How does your team feel about your organization’s core values? Do you have well-defined norms that clarify employee behaviors and enhance team performance? Now more than ever, organizations need to create values and norms that ensure employees are rowing in the same direction. The Thirlby Co. would love to help you establish or refresh your organization’s values and norms so you can take your business to the next level.

Client Testimonials

  • "Margie is the most exceptional facilitator I’ve ever worked with. Her insight, emotional intelligence, and skillful delivery helped our team break through challenges we’ve struggled with for quite some time. Her thoughtful process creates the space for honest dialogue and leads to meaningful, lasting change."

    Cassie Leyva, EPIC

  • “Margie helped our team create new organizational norms and values to align us more with our mission and the communities we serve. Margie elevated the entire experience and always made me feel respected as a young professional, and ensured everyone's voice was heard. Margie has demonstrated a strong commitment to excellence and a remarkable ability to drive positive change within an organization. She always leads with love, honesty, and integrity."

    - Emiliano Rosas, PRO Youth & Families

  • "Working with Margie to design our team retreat was an absolute joy. From the start, she brought a thoughtful and strategic approach, ensuring every detail of the retreat aligned with our goals. Her expertise, creativity, and seamless coordination helped the entire process run smoothly, allowing us to focus on the experience rather than logistics. Margie’s ability to anticipate potential challenges and provide insightful resources and practical frameworks resulted in a retreat that was both productive and inspiring."

    Sarah Butler, Carnegie Hall

  • "Margie is a kind of rare human being who has a true gift of human connection. Her style mixes together the ability to look within and connect with others, and creates a clear pathway for growth no matter what your individual or team goals are. Expect to be challenged to rise above what even you thought was possible and leave with a new lens to look through to empower your leadership and organization!"

    Alethea, EPIC

  • "Margie was a superb organizer and leader of our board retreat. She kept us on task, created an atmosphere of conviviality, and pushed us to really share. Our team came away inspired, understanding of the talents each member can bring to bear, certain of our role, and energized to help move our organization forward.”

    Chris Frampton, East West Partners