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Building on the success of the workshops I’ve designed and facilitated independently, I’m now joining forces with exceptional leaders and learning designers I know and trust. This collaboration brings even more perspectives and creativity to an exciting new workshop for education leaders.
Leadership Communities of Practice Studio Club
A gathering of leaders to connect through creativity and joyful reflection
Think of Studio Club as a studio for the spirit: a place where leaders can sculpt resilience, sketch clarity of purpose, and weave together the threads of community. Carving out time for creative communion isn’t a luxury—it’s the cornerstone of sustainable, transformative leadership. By engaging in these regenerative rituals, leaders not only nourish their own well-being but also inspire others to do the same.
In the swirling mosaic of school and social justice work, embracing creativity and community is how leaders remind themselves—and each other—that they are enough, even when the world feels like a wild, unfinished masterpiece. This is how we sustain our spark, together, and continue to illuminate new pathways for the youth we serve.
Collaborative learning, shared discovery, mutual inspiration, and open-ended exploration.
O A Welcoming Community. Step into a safe, supportive environment where you can leave the pressures of leadership behind and connect with others who understand your role and responsibilities, your journey, and the expectations placed on you.
O Creative Exploration. Experience creative arts and storytelling to engage in reflection, connection, and renewal. Creating space for both personal growth and collective wisdom, helping you reconnect with your sense of purpose and possibility and allowing you to share at your own pace and comfort level.
O Guided Reflection. Engage in meaningful self-discovery and insight. Prompts—ranging from evocative questions to imaginative exercises—invite you to explore your experiences, values, and aspirations in a way that feels natural and supportive.
O A focus on you. Your ideas, insights, and unique expertise
Experiential Collaborative Creative Intentional
This is for you if you are:
O A leader of people, ideas, or big dreams—whether you’re orchestrating strategy, guiding teams, or championing change—in education or social justice, supporting young people and the adults who inspire them.
O Eager to reconnect with your creative spark, rediscover what brings you joy, and learn how to carry a sense of lightness and self-belief—without losing sight of the heart and gravity of your work.
O Feeling like your mojo has wandered off and you’re ready to invite your sassy strut back onto the scene.
O Craving a pause from leading—a chance to step off the stage, join the creative crowd, and soak up fresh ideas and inspiration from others.
Studio Club Design Team
We are a team of seasoned educational leaders and coaches specializing in learning design, facilitation, and community building.
Renowned for creating gatherings that connect and inspire, we empower participants to achieve their best while fostering communities of impact and belonging.
With a focus on educational innovation and learner-centered approaches, we create environments where meaningful connections and transformative learning thrive.
Change Maker. Designer of Gatherings. Community Leader. Thinker. Guide. Creative.
Erika Nielson Andrew
Leader. Collaborator. Creative. Progressive. Innovator. Visionary.
Designer. Collaborator. Creative. Advocate. Inclusive. Supportive.
Symon Hayes
Miguel Gonzales
Why Studio Club?
Sustaining Well-Being and Effectiveness
“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom”
School and youth-serving leaders are the architects of possibility, but even the most visionary creators can find themselves tangled in webs of stress, uncertainty, and ever-expanding to-do lists. The emotional brushstrokes of their daily work can sometimes blur into burnout, dimming the vibrant impact they bring to their communities.
But what if we reimagined leadership as a collective canvas? When leaders gather to co-create, whether through reflective circles, expressive arts, or collaborative design sprints—they tap into a wellspring of renewal. These creative practices are not just palette cleansers for the soul; they are essential tools for emotional equilibrium and energy to guide others, clarity to move through uncertainty, rejuvenating, activating purpose, and shared connection.
Carving out time for creative communion isn’t a luxury; it’s the cornerstone of sustainable, transformative leadership.
Why invest?
“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom”
For you…as an individual
O Transformation: Leave with a renewed sense of self and purpose.
O Clarity and Renewal: Through participatory storytelling, individuals become both the storytellers and the stories embodying the empathy, understanding, and shared experiences that arise from authentic narrative exchange.
O Deepened Connections: Forge stronger bonds with others, cultivating a genuine sense of belonging and community with a cadre of fellow travelers.
O Lived Experience at the Center: Embrace the power of your unique story and collective identity, honoring each person as a vital voice in our shared community. This workshop values the knowledge and strength that come from lived experience as essential to growth, connection, and meaningful change.
O Enduring Impact: The wisdom, relationships, and renewed sense of self gained during the workshop will endure, woven into your ongoing life and work, ensuring the impact lasts far beyond the workshop.
O Celebration of Diversity: Honor the richness and diversity of every voice, ensuring all perspectives are valued and integrated into the community’s evolving narrative.
For you as as a leader
Investing your time in a creativity-centered workshop is a powerful act of self-care and leadership—fueling your imagination, sustaining your purpose, and inspiring those you lead.
O Enhance Problem-Solving and Vision: Studies reveal that leaders who participate in creative workshops demonstrate improved cognitive flexibility and innovative problem-solving—essential for navigating the complexities of social justice and education.
O Build Emotional Resilience Through the Arts: Mindfulness, reflective writing, and collaborative art-making have been shown to boost emotional resilience and help leaders process adversity with greater compassion and clarity.
O Sustain Your Impact: Supports long-term commitment and prevents the fatigue that leads to high turnover. Leaders who nurture their creative spirit are more likely to sustain their vision and drive lasting change.
O Restoration and Renewal: The workshop offers a space for rejuvenation—much like restoring a work of art—helping leaders reconnect with their passion and vision.
O Enhanced Reflective and Reflexive Practices: Art-based methods significantly improve leaders’ ability to reflect on their actions and adapt, fostering higher-order cognitive skills and emotional intelligence.
O Increased Self-Efficacy and Self-Awareness: Participation in arts-based experiences has been shown to unleash creativity, boost self-efficacy, and deepen self-awareness, which are critical for effective leadership transformation.
O Greater Resilience and Pro-Social Behavior: Leaders who participated in art-based interventions demonstrated improved stress resilience (sense of coherence) and increased agreeableness, as well as more responsible leadership behaviors, compared to those in conventional programs.
For you and your team
Research consistently demonstrates that leaders engaging in creativity and arts-based workshops experience significant positive impacts across various dimensions of leadership development.
O Ignite Creative Energy: dramatically reduce burnout and reignite your passion for leadership. Research shows that creative engagement lowers stress and increases job satisfaction among educators and advocates.
O Improved Interpersonal Competencies: These workshops foster better interpersonal skills, helping leaders connect more authentically with their teams and stakeholders.
O. Model Joyful Self-Expression: By embracing creativity and self-expression, you inspire your community to value well-being and authenticity. This ripple effect fosters a culture where staff and students feel empowered to express themselves and connect on a deeper level.
O Workshops as Creative Renewal: Offers a structured, supportive space for self-reflection, growth, and connection with peers. Evidence shows these experiences lead to measurable improvements in well-being and organizational climate.
O Team Collaboration and Innovation: Organizations integrating creative workshops have reported measurable outcomes, such as a 25% increase in team collaboration and a 30% boost in employee innovation.
The Deets
Full day in-person gathering to kick -off, set the vibe and start our individual and collective journeys.
Kick-Off
Monthly virtual gatherings to check-in, stay motivated, a share positive energy. Every 3 weeks Tuesday or Thursday 5-6 pm Pacific
Ongoing Support
Goodies
Strategies and other resources to keep you going and build momentum.
Dates
Check in with us for the dates of our next cohort
Apply
We invite you to step into this creative circle by applying for a place in our upcoming Club Club—a space where your presence and perspective are truly valued.
By applying, you signal not only your interest, but also your belief in the transformative power of intentional, community-driven learning.
This application process ensures that each participant is thoughtfully chosen, cultivating a gathering where every voice matters and the collective experience is enriched. We believe that when you take the step to apply, you honor the depth and intention of this offering, and together, we elevate its impact for all involved.
Join us in shaping a vibrant, supportive community where your story and contributions are essential to the tapestry we’ll weave together.