ALF Envision

HELPING ORGANIZATIONS NAVIGATE COMPLEX CHALLENGES THE ALF WAY

The ALF Way

We are part of something greater than the individual self. By fostering generative learning spaces, we can dialogue across differences, bridge divides, authentically connect, deepen our learning and understanding, and feel a sense of belonging. ALF Envision provides a comprehensive approach to help organizations navigate complex challenges through the Adaptive Leadership Framework and Emergent Strategy.

Our services have the unique ability to convene the right leadership, bringing together diverse voices, skills, and perspectives to effectively address and resolve the most pressing community problems. Offering our expertise in convening and dialoguing to businesses and public institutions, ALF aims to bring even more people together, foster more areas of common ground, and create community relationships that drive change.

Emergent Strategy

Emergent Strategy, as conceptualized by Adrienne Maree Brown, is a transformative approach to organizational and social change that recognizes the inherent complexity and unpredictability of systems. Rooted in principles of adaptability, decentralized decision-making, and collaboration, Emergent Strategy invites individuals and groups to embrace nonlinear, organic processes for achieving collective goals.

Adaptive Leadership Framework

The Adaptive Leadership Framework encourages leaders to engage in diagnostic work by understanding the current realities of their organization and applying strategic interventions to address challenges. This may include questioning established norms, facilitating difficult conversations, and mobilizing stakeholders to embrace necessary changes. Importantly, adaptive leadership also focuses on the development of leadership capacity throughout an organization, promoting a culture of continuous learning and adaptability. This framework provides leaders with a systematic approach to navigate the complexities of today’s rapidly changing business environment, fostering resilience, innovation, and sustained success.

ALF ENVISION SERVICES

We connect and strengthen diverse leaders to serve the common good.

Facilitation Services

ALF provides expert facilitation services, available at both hourly and day rates, to guide organizations through challenging conversations. Specializing in addressing key challenges such as change management, strategic planning, and issue resolution, our facilitation approach is adaptive and responsive. ALF creates an environment conducive to adaptive learning and collaborative problem-solving, helping organizations navigate complexities and achieve effective outcomes.

Community Outreach

ALF excels in community outreach, offering a powerful convening service for organizations looking to mobilize their target audiences. By leveraging the principles of Emergent Strategy, our community outreach services bring together diverse groups for programming, events, and facilitated conversations. ALF ensures that the right people are in the room with the goal of fostering deep connections and breaking down silos within and between organizations. This service is a strategic tool for creating inclusive environments that drive collaboration.

Program Development

ALF’s program development services focus on tailoring curriculum or content to meet the specific needs of organizations. Whether for a single meeting or a series of programming touchpoints, our team collaborates closely with organizations to design and implement initiatives aligned with strategic goals. This adaptive and responsive approach enables organizations to effectively navigate change, fostering resilience and achieving meaningful outcomes.

TAILORED PRICING STRUCTURE

At the American Leadership Forum (ALF), we understand that each client’s needs are unique. Our pricing structure is designed to accommodate this diversity, ensuring that organizations receive a customized and transparent approach aligned with their specific requirements. The cost for each engagement is meticulously generated, taking into account the range and duration of services a client is seeking.

Contact Fatima Raza, Director, Engagement & Impact, at fatima@alfhouston.org to learn more.