Better Together

KT Facilitation is all about collaboration. I am passionate about creating engaging and participatory sessions that bring people together. Although I’m in business for myself, I’m not in business by myself. I work in partnership with people who have the same passion for creating welcoming spaces for people to talk, learn, and innovate together.  Some of these partners are similar in skill sets but all bring their own unique strengths and experiences that connect with our clients, helping to build a feeling of belonging.

Preferred Partners

Jeremy Kautza

CEO & Founder- Kautza Coaching & Consulting

I met Jeremy at my first ToP Gathering in 2019, the beginning of my facilitation Journey.  During the pandemic, we spent a lot of time via zoom creating curriculum for virtual participatory experiences. Jeremy is a teacher by nature, patient and detail oriented. Two qualities that I am working to strengthen. So, it wasn’t surprising that he quickly became one of my mentors and coaches.  

Jeremy is my complete opposite.  If he says red, I say green, which are our favorite colors by the way.  We come together around our love for Mexican food and Seinfeld. Together we make a strong and balanced team.  That balance is evident in the experiences we co-create for our participants and clients which is both meaningful and fun.

You will often find Kautza Coaching & Consulting partnering with KT Facilitation for ToP Facilitation Trainings and Strategic Planning projects. 

Kautza Coaching & Consulting

Stephanie Ahles

CEO- EmpoweringYOU

I was introduced to Stephanie after I decided to pursue my ToP Certification journey.  I walked up to her at a training and said, “I’m Karie and I’m going to work for you”.  She took me to dinner and became my certification coach and mentor trainer.

What drew me to Stephanie was her attention to quality and participant experience. She pushes me to bring that into every session I lead, and it has been my guide to becoming the trainer I am today. Theres a lot of energy when we’re together and our favorite release is a road trip with some carpool karaoke.

EmpoweringYOU and KT Facilitation often partner for ToP Facilitation Trainings and Lumina Team Building Sessions.

Angie Asa-Lovstad

Founder- ASA Facilitation

I met Angie when we were doing community coalition work.  She introduced me to the ToP Facilitation Methods and provided me with encouragement and coaching throughout my journey.  

Angie is an idea generator and a connector, always looking for what’s next.  She has helped me to see beyond what I think is possible to unleash new and innovative ideas. Together we created specialized curriculum to provide leadership skills to Prevention Specialists and coalition leaders across the country.  Our adventures often include sushi and happy hour small plates.

ASA Facilitation provides expertise in coaching and trainings for non-profits and community engagement specialists.

ASA Facilitation

Dave Closson

Founder- DJC Solutions

I met Dave on LinkedIn through a mutual prevention connection. Our first conversation felt like we had known each other for years.

Dave is a natural entrepreneurial and connector.  He sees a need and creates a service that will empower people to find their solution.  I admire his “can do” attitude and he has inspired me to adapt his “we are better together” motto into my own work.  

Dave’s passion is in Prevention and Veteran Services.

More About DJC Solutions

Shawn Sorrell

Founder- Sorrell Facilitations

I met Shawn at the 2019 ToP Gathering in New Orleans. Shawn and I have a lot of the same personality traits. Shawn has the ability to connect with people on a personal level making them feel comfortable.  
Shawn and I have enjoyed working together in the training room starting with the ToP Facilitation Methods and more recently, the Youth Leadership Cohort. Although he is a die-hard Philadelphia Eagles fan, he has a kind and giving soul that makes friends in every room he walks into.