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    Matthew Saiia

    Key Takeaways

    • 1.He is the Founder and CEO of Collective Next, a Boston-based global collaborative change consultancy.
    • 2.He has spent over 25 years developing approaches to facilitative leadership that move organizations forward together.
    • 3.He was a founding curator of TEDxBoston, one of the earliest independent TED events.
    • 4.His work integrates technology, human diversity, business evolution, and societal impact to solve complex challenges.

    About Matthew

    Matthew Saiia is a leading collaborative change consultant, dedicated to guiding organizations through complex transformations and fostering facilitative leadership.

    Who is Matthew Saiia?

    Matthew Saiia is the Founder and CEO of Collective Next, a Boston-based global collaborative change consultancy he has led since 2003. He is recognized for his commitment to helping organizations unite, strategize effectively, and progress collectively, specializing in complex challenges that demand innovative solutions. As an expert faculty member at the Best Practice Institute (BPI), Saiia contributes to BPI's mission of advancing best practices in leadership and organizational development.

    Quick facts about Matthew Saiia

    RoleFounder and CEO, Facilitator, Change Maker, Leadership Coach, Artist, and Strategist
    CompanyCollective Next
    Based inBoston, MA
    ExpertiseFacilitative Leadership, Collaborative Change, Organizational Transformation, Strategic Planning, Innovation
    Notable forCo-founding Collective Next, Founding Curator of TEDxBoston
    BPI affiliationExpert Faculty member

    What is Matthew Saiia known for?

    • Founding and leading Collective Next: Since 2003, he has guided this global collaborative change consultancy, specializing in intricate organizational challenges.
    • Pioneering facilitative leadership: Saiia has spent over 25 years developing approaches to collaborative work that emphasize moving organizations forward together.
    • Co-founding TEDxBoston: He was a founding curator of TEDxBoston, one of the earliest independent TED events.
    • Integrating diverse factors in organizational change: His work considers the convergence of technology, human diversity, business evolution, and broader societal impact.

    What is Matthew Saiia's background and experience?

    Saiia's career in facilitation and collaborative work began following his studies at Grinnell College, where he majored in Studio Art. He was introduced to the field through his experiences with MG Taylor and Capgemini’s Accelerated Solutions Environment. This foundational experience laid the groundwork for his co-founding of Collective Next with Sarah Shrimplin, where he has cultivated a community of creative colleagues focused on catalyzing organizational change.

    What topics does Matthew Saiia speak and write about?

    Matthew Saiia's expertise centers on guiding organizations through significant transformations by fostering collaborative environments. He emphasizes the importance of facilitative leadership in addressing complex challenges, advocating for solutions that integrate technological advancements with human diversity within evolving business systems. His insights extend to how professional efforts can generate broader societal impact, continually asking how organizations can innovate and create "What's Next" for themselves and the communities they serve.

    Saiia frequently addresses themes related to organizational development and change, focusing on strategic planning and fostering creativity and innovation. He explores how businesses can transcend traditional models to meet future demands, whether through enhanced employee engagement or targeted learning and development initiatives. His work underscores the critical role of thoughtful collaboration in achieving sustainable and impactful organizational evolution.

    How does Matthew Saiia contribute to the Best Practice Institute?

    As an expert faculty member at the Best Practice Institute, Matthew Saiia shares his extensive knowledge in leadership, organizational development, and workplace culture. His contributions align with BPI's focus on promoting best practices that enhance organizational effectiveness and employee experience, including principles found in the Most Loved Workplace® certification and the SPARK Model. Through his expertise, Saiia supports BPI's mission to provide valuable insights and guidance to leaders seeking transformative change.

    Where can you learn more from Matthew Saiia?

    Further insights from Matthew Saiia can be accessed through his role as an expert faculty member at the Best Practice Institute. You can also explore the work and philosophy of Collective Next, the consultancy he founded, to understand his innovative approaches to collaborative change and organizational transformation.

    Background & Perspective

    Background

    Matthew Saiia is the Founder and CEO of Collective Next, a Boston-based global collaborative change consultancy he has led since 2003. His career in facilitation began after his Studio Art studies at Grinnell College, with foundational experiences at MG Taylor and Capgemini’s Accelerated Solutions Environment. This background led him to co-found Collective Next and also serve as a founding curator for TEDxBoston, one of the earliest independent TED events. As an expert faculty member at the Best Practice Institute (BPI), he contributes to advancing leadership and organizational development practices.

    Areas of Expertise

    With over 25 years of experience, Saiia is a leader in collaborative change and facilitative leadership. His work is dedicated to guiding organizations through complex transformations by helping them unite, strategize, and progress collectively. He specializes in tackling intricate challenges that demand creative solutions, considering the convergence of technology, human diversity, and business evolution.

    Topics Covered

    Matthew Saiia speaks and writes about organizational development and change, strategic planning, and fostering creativity and innovation. He explores how businesses can move beyond traditional models to meet future demands, whether through improved employee engagement or targeted learning initiatives. His central message underscores the critical role of thoughtful collaboration in achieving sustainable and impactful organizational evolution.

    Areas of Expertise

    Collaborative ChangeFacilitative LeadershipOrganizational TransformationComplex Problem SolvingCreative SolutionsOrganizational Development

    Research Topics

    Leadership DevelopmentOrganizational Development & ChangeStrategic PlanningCreativity & Innovation

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