Distinctive Features of Forums
We believe a Forum experience is built on three pillars - curated peers, a hybrid approach, and expert facilitation. Consider these three dimensions when evaluating whether a Forum is right for you. Here’s what we consider “best practices” for each:
01
Curation
Application
Prospective members share their background, goals, and what they hope to gain and give.
Review
Each application is carefully reviewed to assess compatibility, diversity, and fit.
Matching
A human-led process brings it all together, pairing members based on energy, synergy, and the potential for meaningful connection.
02
Hybrid
Virtual Sessions
We’ve built a virtual space for Forums, designed to drive powerful 2-hour experiences every month while allowing the program to scale with consistent quality.
Annual Retreat
The intensity of two days together sharpens trust, and sets the Forum up for a year of making big moves. It’s also fun.
03
Facilitation
Guided by Certified Facilitators
We train and certify professional facilitators who lead every session. They utilize a rich library of Forum methodologies, starting with YPO Forums, and refined with input from the ForumSpace community.
Refined Through World-Class Partnerships
Years of working with learning leaders like Harvard Business School, The Aspen Institute, Millennium Forum and others have enhanced our core program and built a library of session designs and journeys.
Forums in Action
YPO Key Associate Forums
This program allows YPO members to give the gift of Forum to their most valued employees. It is growing fast, with hundreds of live Forums already.
Thousands of executives across the world who work at YPO companies are thrilled to connect deeply with peers and renew year after year.
CircleSpace Forums
Since 2017, CircleSpace has partnered with communities like MHI, Schools like Harvard Business School, and Companies like Dupont to deliver Forums and Forum-like programs.
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