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Human-Centred Leadership for Change, Projects, and Teams

Elevate3 offers facilitation, workshops, speaking, strategic conversations, and customized learning experiences that support the human side of project work.

This work is designed for project managers, project leaders, team leads, boards, nonprofits, public sector partners, professional associations, small businesses, and organizations responsible for moving meaningful work forward.

Through practical tools, reflective learning, emotional intelligence, stakeholder engagement, communication, change readiness, and resilience practices, Elevate3 helps people strengthen the clarity, connection, and confidence needed to lead well and move from ideas to action.

Elevate3 helps project leaders close the gap between the plan and the people needed to make it happen.

Who Elevate3 Supports

Elevate3 supports people and organizations leading project-based work through complexity, change, growth, and transition.

You do not need “Project Manager” in your title to lead project work.

If you are responsible for moving people, priorities, decisions, timelines, partnerships, stakeholders, ideas, or strategy forward, you are doing project work.

Elevate3 is especially aligned with:

  • Project managers and project coordinators

  • Project leaders and team leads

  • Boards and leadership teams

  • Nonprofits, public sector partners, and community-based organizations

  • Professional associations and conference organizers

  • Small businesses and social enterprises

  • Teams carrying important work “off the side of the desk”

The Three Service Areas

Elevate3 is organized around three connected service areas: project leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and change capacity.

Together, these areas support the people side of getting work done.

1. Project Leadership & Team Development

For project managers, project leaders, team leads, and professionals who want to strengthen how they communicate, collaborate, make decisions, lead through uncertainty, and work through challenges with others.

This service area focuses on emotional intelligence, leadership presence, trust, team dynamics, conflict, courageous conversations, communication, professional confidence, and practical leadership skills for people responsible for moving work forward.

Offerings may include leadership workshops, team learning sessions, professional development experiences, communication and conflict sessions, emotional intelligence training, and facilitated conversations that help teams work better together.

2. Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

For project professionals, organizations, boards, and teams managing work that depends on people, relationships, communication, trust, and alignment.

This service area focuses on the human side of project delivery: stakeholder engagement, communication planning, partnership development, collaboration, role clarity, strategic conversations, trust-building, and helping teams move complex work forward.

Offerings may include stakeholder engagement sessions, team alignment conversations, partnership strategy, communication planning, project reflection sessions, lessons learned sessions, and facilitation for teams carrying important work that may be happening “off the side of the desk.”

3. Change, Resilience & The In-Between

For individuals, teams, and organizations navigating transition, uncertainty, disruption, growth, loss, or change.

This service area focuses on grounded leadership, change readiness, resilience, emotional regulation, nervous system awareness, reflective practice, embodied leadership, and the space between what was and what is becoming.

Offerings may include keynotes, retreats, reflective workshops, restorative leadership sessions, leadership renewal experiences, embodied resilience practices, and The In-Between sessions designed to help people slow down, reconnect, and move forward with steadiness and purpose.

Elevate Leadership & Team Development

For leaders, teams, and professionals who want to strengthen how they communicate, collaborate, make decisions, and work through challenges together.

This pillar focuses on emotional intelligence, leadership presence, trust, team dynamics, conflict, courageous conversations, communication, professional confidence, and the skills needed to lead with greater clarity and connection.

Offerings may include leadership workshops, team learning sessions, professional development experiences, communication and conflict sessions, emotional intelligence training, and facilitated conversations that help teams work better together.

Elevate Project Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration

For project professionals, organizations, and teams managing work that depends on people, relationships, communication, and alignment.

This pillar focuses on the human side of project delivery — stakeholder engagement, communication planning, partnership development, collaboration, strategic conversations, role clarity, trust-building, and helping teams move complex work forward.

Offerings may include project leadership workshops, stakeholder engagement sessions, team alignment conversations, partnership strategy, communication planning, project reflection sessions, and facilitation for teams carrying important work that may be happening “off the side of the desk.”

Elevate Change, Resilience & The In-Between

For individuals, teams, and organizations navigating transition, uncertainty, disruption, growth, loss, or change.

This pillar focuses on grounded leadership, resilience, emotional regulation, nervous system awareness, reflective practice, embodied leadership, and the space between what was and what is becoming.

Offerings may include keynotes, retreats, reflective workshops, restorative experiences, leadership renewal sessions, embodied resilience practices, and The In-Between experiences designed to help people slow down, reconnect, and move forward with steadiness and purpose.

Workshops & Learning Experiences

Elevate3 designs customized workshops, lunch and learns, professional development sessions, team learning experiences, and multi-part learning series.

These sessions are practical, interactive, and grounded in real workplace challenges.

Many organizations manage projects every day without calling them projects. These sessions help people strengthen the communication, leadership, stakeholder engagement, emotional intelligence, and collaboration skills needed to move work forward with more clarity and confidence.

Areas of Focus

Sessions can be customized around themes such as:

  • Human-centred project leadership

  • Stakeholder engagement and communication

  • Emotional intelligence, communication, and trust

  • EQ and EQ 360 leadership development

  • Personality Dimensions and Team Dynamics

  • Courageous conversations and healthy conflict

  • Leading through change and uncertainty

  • Project management foundations

  • Project management made simple

  • Team alignment and role clarity

  • Board, team, and organizational development

  • Community partnerships and collaboration

  • Embodied leadership and resilience

Facilitation & Strategy Sessions

Elevate3 facilitates conversations that help people clarify priorities, strengthen relationships, make decisions, and move from discussion to action.

These sessions are useful when a team, board, organization, or project group needs space to think together, align around next steps, or work through complexity.

Facilitation may support:

  • Strategic planning conversations

  • Project kickoff or reset sessions

  • Stakeholder engagement planning

  • Communication planning

  • Team alignment sessions

  • Partnership conversations

  • Board development sessions

  • Lessons learned and project reflection sessions

  • Change readiness conversations

  • Feedback-to-action sessions

The goal is not just to have a good conversation.

The goal is to help people leave with more clarity, shared understanding, and practical next steps.

Speaking & Keynotes

Elevate3 offers customized speaking engagements for conferences, leadership events, professional associations, business groups, nonprofit networks, team development days, project management communities, and community gatherings.

Speaking topics are grounded in the human side of project leadership, change, resilience, collaboration, and the in-between spaces people navigate while leading meaningful work.

Sample Keynote Topics

  • The Human Side of Projects

  • Beyond Delivery: Leading Projects with Purpose, People, and Impact

  • Leading in the In-Between

  • Navigating the Storm: Collaboration and Partnerships in Resilient Project Management

  • Embodied Leadership

  • Roots of Change

How Services Can Be Delivered

Elevate3 offerings can be designed as:

  • Keynotes

  • Conference sessions

  • Lunch and learns

  • Interactive workshops

  • Half-day or full-day sessions

  • Leadership retreats

  • Board development sessions

  • Team-building sessions

  • Facilitated planning sessions

  • Multi-part learning series

  • Customized professional development programs

Sessions can be delivered virtually, in person, or in a blended format.

Testimonials

  • Project Leadership & Team Development

    Nadia ZurbaNadia Zurba

    Deanna ‘s enthusiasm for helping individuals understand their skills and strengths is both contagious and invigorating. She connects with people in meaningful ways, allowing them to see themselves and their working styles so they can take actions to pave the way for positive impacts. Her approach to workshops and training sessions is very collaborative but always structured to get the most of every minute. She does not shy away from difficult conversations but rather ensures that the space is safe for all, so that people, teams, and processes are stronger. Working with Deanna always leads to new learnings and growth for me as a leader and for the team members I work with.

  • Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

    Patrick C. Egbunonu, MBA

    It was truly a pleasure working alongside Deanna Davies. In every interaction, she brought a calm confidence, a clear sense of purpose, and a deep commitment to helping others succeed.

    Deanna is one of those rare leaders who combines strategic thinking with genuine care. She’s incredibly innovative and forward-thinking—always looking for ways to improve systems, empower teams, and create lasting impact. Whether she’s leading a new initiative or mentoring colleagues, Deanna does it with intention, insight, and an unwavering focus on the bigger picture.

    What I admire most is her ability to lead with both head and heart. She not only sees what’s possible but has the drive and creativity to bring it to life—always with people at the center. Her passion for student and community success is both inspiring and contagious.

    If you're looking for a thoughtful, strategic, and future-oriented leader who lifts others up and delivers meaningful results, I can’t recommend Deanna highly enough.

  • Change, Resilience & The In-Between

    Charles IgweCharles Igwe

    I had the distinct privilege of working alongside Deanna Davies during her time at St. Lawrence College, where her inspiring leadership and exceptional communication skills left a lasting impression. Deanna embodies the qualities of a servant leader, demonstrating unwavering passion, empathy, and commitment to the growth and success of her colleagues and team members. She has a unique ability to connect with individuals on a personal level, making everyone feel valued and empowered.

    Deanna’s dedication to human capital development is evident in all facets of her work. Her passion for nurturing talent and fostering a culture of learning was instrumental in driving impactful outcomes at the college. She approaches every challenge with a solutions-oriented mindset, leveraging her strategic vision and collaborative approach to address complex issues with clarity and purpose. Her ability to balance strategic foresight with practical implementation ensures her teams consistently achieve their goals.

    In addition to her contributions at St. Lawrence College, Deanna has been an integral part of PMI OVOC, serving as a speaker at the last two conferences. Her sessions were nothing short of exceptional, insightful, engaging, and brimming with practical takeaways. Deanna’s ability to present complex concepts in an accessible and relatable manner resonates deeply with her audience, whether they are seasoned professionals or newcomers to the field. Her passion for the topics she addresses shines through, inspiring attendees to think critically and implement change.

    What sets Deanna apart is her innate ability to build trust, foster collaboration, and inspire action. She thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments, seamlessly bringing people together to achieve common goals. Her exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, allow her to convey complex ideas with clarity and conviction, ensuring alignment across diverse stakeholders.

    Deanna’s commitment to excellence, coupled with her passion for human capital development, makes her an invaluable asset to any organization. She consistently goes above and beyond to create meaningful, sustainable impact, and her work reflects her deep-seated belief in the potential of people.

    I wholeheartedly recommend Deanna Davies to anyone seeking a leader who is not only results-driven but also deeply invested in the personal and professional growth of those around her. She is a true inspiration, and it has been an honour to work with her.