intermediate · 38–50 min

The Executive Strategy Innovation Lab

Strategy feels uninspired? Harness the collective intelligence of your leadership team to generate and vet high-impact ideas.

About this session

Strategy sessions often fall flat when leaders stick to safe, incremental updates instead of tackling high-stakes shifts. This lab moves the team from passive reporting to active pressure-testing, producing a shortlist of vetted initiatives that the entire leadership group is ready to execute.

Why it works

By separating the generation of ideas from immediate critique, the session prevents the loudest voices from prematurely narrowing the field. The structured vetting phase then forces the team to justify their logic and align on feasibility, ensuring that final decisions are based on collective scrutiny rather than hierarchy.

What you’ll walk away with

  • Clear actionable outcomes from a 3-step facilitated process
  • Increased participant engagement and buy-in
  • Documented decisions and next steps
  • Improved team alignment on the topic

Who it’s for

Executives, Senior Leaders

Frequently asked questions

Who should facilitate this workshop?

This workshop works best when led by someone comfortable with facilitation. Ideal for Executives or external facilitators working with leadership & strategy teams.

How long does this workshop take?

Plan for 60-90 minutes depending on group size. The 3 activities are designed to flow together smoothly.

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