Social Wellness Workshops that Actually Work

Build stronger teams, deeper connections, and more engaging communities through the transformative power of play.

Professional development that's as engaging as it is effective.

Eli’s signature workshops combine dynamic storytelling, immersive mindfulness practices, and the proven P.L.A.Y.™ methodology to deliver professional development experiences that are as fun as they are effective. Whether you're hosting a corporate off-site, planning a lunch-and-learn, or facilitating virtual team development, these workshops create lasting transformation through belonging.

Signature Workshops

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For Personal & Professional Development
*Available as 60-90 minute sessions (virtual or in-person) with customizable formats. Eli is also happy to work with you to create a new workshop tailored to your needs.

  • What It Is: A dynamic exploration of creative problem-solving that breaks teams out of conventional thinking patterns and unlocks innovative solutions.

    Why It Transforms: Through interactive exercises, storytelling, and mindfulness practices, participants discover how to move beyond limiting beliefs and tap into their natural creativity. This isn't about being "artistic"—it's about approaching challenges with fresh perspective and collaborative innovation.

    Perfect For:

    • Leadership teams facing complex challenges

    • Innovation-focused departments

    • Strategic planning sessions

    • Cross-functional project teams

    Key Outcomes:

    • Enhanced problem-solving capabilities

    • Increased comfort with ambiguity and change

    • Strengthened collaborative thinking

    • Practical tools for ongoing creative application

  • What It Is: A practical workshop that transforms how teams approach difficult conversations, moving from defensive reactions to collaborative problem-solving.

    Why It Transforms: By combining self-awareness practices with actionable communication strategies, participants learn to navigate conflict as a pathway to deeper understanding rather than a battle to be won. Through storytelling and interactive scenarios, teams practice turning tension into trust.

    Perfect For:

    • Leadership teams managing organizational change

    • Cross-departmental collaboration challenges

    • High-stakes project teams

    • Any group experiencing communication friction

    Key Outcomes:

    • Improved conflict navigation skills

    • Reduced workplace tension and miscommunication

    • Enhanced emotional intelligence and self-awareness

    • Stronger team cohesion through authentic dialogue

  • What It Is: An intensive deep-dive into the science and practice of belonging, teaching participants how to create inclusive environments where everyone thrives.

    Why It Transforms: Using the proven P.L.A.Y.™ methodology, mindfulness practices, and compelling storytelling, this workshop moves beyond diversity training to focus on actionable belonging-building skills. Participants leave with concrete strategies for fostering genuine inclusion in their teams and communities.

    Perfect For:

    • Leadership development programs

    • Team leads building more inclusive cultures

    • Personal development for community builders

    Available Formats:

    • Power Session: 90 minutes (virtual or in-person)

    • Half-Day Intensive: 4 hours with deeper practice and application

    • Full-Day Bootcamp: 8 hours including personal action planning

    Key Outcomes:

    • Clear understanding of belonging vs. inclusion

    • Practical tools for creating psychological safety

    • Enhanced empathy and cultural competence

    • Personalized belonging-building action plan

  • What It Is: A transformative workshop that teaches the counterintuitive truth: the path to deeper connection starts with getting over yourself and embracing authentic vulnerability.

    Why It Transforms: Through the signature P.L.A.Y.™ methodology, immersive mindfulness practices, and dynamic storytelling, participants discover how to drop perfectionism, embrace authenticity, and create genuine connections. This workshop bridges professional effectiveness with personal growth.

    Perfect For:

    • Leadership teams building trust and vulnerability

    • High-performing individuals struggling with connection

    • Teams transitioning to more collaborative cultures

    • Personal development in professional contexts

    Key Outcomes:

    • Reduced perfectionism and increased authenticity

    • Enhanced emotional intelligence and self-awareness

    • Stronger interpersonal connections and trust

    • Practical P.L.A.Y.™ tools for ongoing relationship building

  • What It Is: An energizing workshop that reframes productivity and success by integrating play, mindfulness, and strategic connection into high-performance environments.

    Why It Transforms: Participants discover that play isn't the opposite of work—it's the secret ingredient for sustainable high performance, creativity, and team cohesion. Through the P.L.A.Y.™ methodology and interactive practices, teams learn to work smarter by playing harder.

    Perfect For:

    • High-stress, high-performance teams

    • Organizations preventing burnout while maintaining results

    • Leadership teams modeling sustainable success

    • Both professional development and personal growth contexts

    Key Outcomes:

    • Sustainable high-performance strategies

    • Reduced burnout and increased engagement

    • Enhanced creativity and collaborative problem-solving

    • Integration of play principles into daily work life

Key Takeaways

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Key Takeaways /

  • Reusable templates to facilitate more interactive meetings (the kind of Zoom calls people want to turn on their cameras for)

  • That feeling that says, “Oh yeah, this is why I love what I do.”

  • Clear strategies to optimize everyday interactions for authentic connection

  • Tried-and-true presentation hacks to overcome messaging obstacles

  • A deeper understanding of what “belonging” means, and how to create it any time, anywhere

  • Work-life balance practices that actually work

What People Are Saying

Beyond Traditional Training

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Beyond Traditional Training /

✔️ Dynamic Storytelling:
Every workshop weaves compelling narratives that make concepts memorable and personally relevant.

✔️ Immersive Mindfulness:
Practical mindfulness techniques that participants can immediately apply in their work and personal lives.

✔️ The P.L.A.Y.™ Methodology:
Eli’s signature framework that transforms learning through purposeful, engaging, and transformative play.

✔️ Actionable Takeaways:
No fluff, no theory-heavy sessions—just practical tools and strategies participants can implement immediately.

✔️ Flexible Delivery:
Whether virtual, in-person, lunch-and-learn, or intensive retreat format, we adapt to your needs without compromising impact.

Perfect for
Every Format

  • Transform your next company gathering into a catalyst for lasting team development and connection.

  • Engage remote and hybrid teams with interactive experiences that translate powerfully through digital platforms.

  • Energize your team with bite-sized learning experiences that fit into busy schedules while delivering real impact.

  • Integrate these workshops into existing leadership curricula for enhanced emotional intelligence and team effectiveness.

  • Add interactive, transformative elements to your event programming that attendees will remember long after they leave.

Hey there!

I’m Eli and my super power is creating a sense of collective belonging in live gatherings, and teaching compassionate, ambitious professionals (like you!) how to do it, too.

As a professional speaker on the structure of belonging, solo-performance artist and founder of an internationally-acclaimed immersive wellness experience for corporate team-building, I’ve developed these workshops using my signature P.L.A.Y. Method that has helped thousands of organizational leaders increase team engagement through play and connection…and fall in love with their jobs all over again in the process. I can’t wait to do the same for yours.

Design Your Workshop Experience

Whether you need one powerful session or want to create a comprehensive development journey, let's explore how these signature workshops can transform your team's dynamics, creativity, and connection.