A facilitator is literally defined as "one who helps make things easy."

Dr. Frank does just that: she helps to make meetings easier and in the process, far more productive.  She helps participants to collaborate as they explore a topic or issue.  She encourages them to think productively and ultimately to articulate key ideas, to ask vital questions, to uncover variables, to find solutions, and/or to identify productive actions.  She enables participants to make decisions with commitment, dedication and enthusiasm.

Dr. Frank has a passion for facilitation and years of experience working with groups to improve their business processes, innovate and envision the future.  Her facilitation services include meeting design, meeting facilitation and follow-up facilitation.

Sample Meetings Dr. Frank Facilitates

•	Strategic Planning
•	Process Improvement
•	Focus Groups
•	Conference Plenary Sessions
•	Project Reviews
•	Public Outreach
•	Advisory Boards

Typical meeting facilitation includes the following aspects:

•	Definition and clarification of meeting objectives, tactics and outcomes
•	Design of effective agendas
•	Integration of specific people and process issues
•	Incorporation of interactive and participatory elements, taking into account the participants' preferred learning and communication styles in a way that maximizes ownership, involvement, and results
•	Achievement of desired goals and success by the end of the meeting
•	Commitment to action items with due dates
•	Post meeting follow up on desired deliverables

Dr. Frank facilitates meetings and team building retreats at any location you desire.  She welcomes groups to use her facility, Meeting Oasis, in Great Falls, Virginia, specifically designed to provide a naturally supportive environment for meetings and retreats.