Meet Tes 🤝— The Founder + Chief Gathering Office at Gather Better.

Join us for this episode where we dive into the art of intentional gathering with Tes. She’s passionate about creating meaningful spaces that spark impact and support well-being—and she’s sharing her roadmap to help us do it better. 🙌

Tes shares her go-to approach for hosting gatherings with heart—from defining your “why” and setting a thoughtful agenda to adding special touches, guiding with care, and closing with intention. She reminds us that the world needs more reflective leadership and offers easy, meaningful ways to make people feel seen and connected. 💛

Tune in and get ready to rethink how you gather people together. 🎧 

💡Learn: 

• Why traditional meetings often lack purpose—and the importance of intentional gathering
• The 5-step Gathering Framework and how to continuously improve your approach to bringing people together
• How to embrace practices that foster reflective leadership
• How to explore practical innovations to create moments of real connection and insight

Episode Highlights

• Tes Cohen’s Journey and Philosophy (02:32)
• The Five Steps to Impactful Gatherings (06:01)
• The Power of Intentional Gathering (12:05)
• Transforming Nonprofit Events (19:55)
• The Essence of Authentic Team Building (24:37)
• Creating Meaningful Gatherings (30:05)
• Measuring Success in Gatherings (35:01)
• The Power of Storytelling (40:32) 
• Have a weekly meeting with yourself where you can reflect (31:54) Tes’s One Good Thing

Episode Shownotes: www.weareforgood.com/episode/612

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