“Loneliness and isolation represent profound threats to our health and well-being.” Dr. Vivek Murthy, US Surgeon General Report 2023

Connect and learn with connection leaders at the next workshop hosted by the Covve community, Connection Crew. Have fun and elevate your connection coaching expertise with fellow peers who are passionate about connection. This is where your kind of people hang out.

Why Attend?

• Expand Your Toolkit: Learn how to facilitate three new connection activities that you can take back to your own communities and gatherings.
• Valuable Networking: Connect with Connection Pros. Learn from those who not only talk about social health but actively shape it. Meet people who are as dedicated and passionate about social health as you are. Make connections that go beyond the workshop.
• Fun and Engaging: Expect a session full of laughter, learning, and light-hearted yet deep connections. It's not just a workshop; it's a social exercise for your professional soul.
• Learn with Your Peers: Enjoy the rare opportunity to be a participant rather than a leader, in a room where everyone speaks your language of community and connection.
• Elevate Your Expertise: This workshop isn't just about discussion; it's about elevating your skills with practical, hands-on experiences.

Who is This For? People who already prioritize social health in their personal and professional lives and want to continue elevating their connection skills. If you’re typically the one hosting the gatherings and workshops, this is your chance to have fun learning and sharing with other folks in your shoes.

• Connection & Belonging Advocates
• Workplace Culture Champions
• Community Leaders
• Coaches and Facilitators
• Networking Gurus
• Social Health Champions

What is Covve’s Connection Crew?

The Olympic training team for connection professionals. A community of people passionate about connection and inspired to take action to flatten the loneliness epidemic curve. Leveraging our diverse skill sets, we come together to learn from and amplify each other’s impact in the world. We grow together and are stronger by sharing wisdom and having a team to go through this journey.

“Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much.” - Hellen Keller

Who is in the Connection Crew? Here is a sample of the inspiring humans you may connect with:

• Yiannis Gavrielides, Co-Founder & CEO at Covve
• Tim Jones, Founder & Executive Director at Longer Tables
• Taylor Harrington, Head of Community at Groove
• Steve Haase, Co-Founder at Superabound
• Sara Schairer, Founder & Executive Director at Compassion It
• Melina Kontou, Head of Marketing at Covve
• Linda Brandt, Founder & Co-Organizer of Lean In Together MSP
• Laura Zug, Community Strategist & Founder at The Hive
• Lara Storm, Co-Founder at Make Believe Works
• Kindra Maples, Founder at Culture Crush Business
• Kevin Monroe, World's Gratitude Coach
• Kayla Izard, Co-Founder at The Raft Project
• Katya Davydova, Founder & Coach at Effervescent You
• Jessie Jacobs, Sr. Community Engagement Manager at Culture Amp
• Jenny Sauer-Klein, Founder + CEO at the Scaling Intimacy School of Experience Design
• Jason Meucci, VP Facilitation & Coaching at Take Flight Learning
• Hansen Hunt, Head of Community at Covve
• Gary Ware, Founder & Facilitator at Breakthrough Play
• Garry Ridge, Culture Coach & Founder, The Learning Moment & Chairman Emeritus WD-40 Company
• Dr. Vaneeta Sandhu, Head of Learning & Clinical Product Operations at Coa
• Charley Lapomardo, Experience Facilitator
• Charles Vogl, Author | Speaker | Adviser at The Vogl Group
• Brian Mohr, Co-Founder at Anthym
• Brian Helfman, Founder & Chief Experience Officer at Third Nature
• Beth Ridley, CEO at Ridley Consultants
• Ben Swire, Co-Founder at Make Believe Works
• Ashley Jones, Founder at Love Not Lost
• You?

What to Expect?

Join us for an interactive and engaging session filled with connection exercises that are both fun and insightful. Our expert-led activities are designed to not only teach but also provide a platform for meaningful interactions. You’ll engage in practical scenarios that mirror real-world challenges.

So, if you're ready to be energized by connection, to laugh and learn with the best in the field, and to be part of a high-quality gathering of like-minded professionals, this workshop is for you.

A few reactions about a previous experience:

• "This is a can't miss event on my calendar every month."
• “Thank you SO much for today. Wow.”
• "Surprised by the community focus. Felt at home with like-minded individuals. Rare and cool experience."
• "Great session, met amazing people. High-quality gathering. Thanks for the invite, Hansen."

Join us for a unique experience where connection isn't just talked about – it's actively practiced and celebrated.

Spots are limited – reserve your place in this gathering of connection experts today!