Join our Co-Learning Lab focused on

The Future of Consulting Partnerships

Co-creating better ways for independent consultants to work together in the AI era!

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Designing Profitable Partnerships

Discover the tools and strategies for creating successful consulting partnerships in 2026.

This interactive workshop is designed for independent consultants, semi-retired professionals, and career explorers ready to shape the next era of consulting. You'll learn how to leverage AI and human insight to build profitable, sustainable partnerships that thrive in a rapidly changing landscape.

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Interactive Workshop Sessions

Session 1

Friday, Dec 12
(10:00 - 11:30AM CST)

Kick off with collaborative mapping, partnership archetypes, and live AI brainstorming. 10:00–12:00 ET, via Zoom & Mural.

Session 2

Monday, Dec 15
(6:00 - 7:30PM CST)

Deep-dive into co-creation, real-world scenarios, and action planning. 10:00–12:00 ET, via Zoom & Mural.

Format

Live & Interactive

Small-group, hands-on sessions using Zoom and Mural. Experience real-time collaboration and practical tools for partnership design.

What You Will Gain

Actionable
Frameworks

Leave with practical templates and partnership blueprints you can use immediately in your consulting practice.

Collaborative
Ways of Working

Master new ways to co-create value with partners, blending AI tools and human insight for better results.

Expanded
Network

Connect with like-minded professionals and potential collaborators in a supportive, small-group environment.

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AI for Partnership Success

Explore how AI can enhance human collaboration for innovative solutions.

Discover how AI-driven insights and human expertise combine to unlock new partnership opportunities. Learn to use digital tools that amplify creativity, streamline collaboration, and deliver measurable results for your consulting projects.

Workshop Flow

Session 1 — Map the Future & Name the Friction

Goal: Surface the real pain points in consulting partnerships today and use AI + group wisdom to identify the most important design problems for 2026. Sessions include:

Overview: Collaborative mapping, partner discovery, and AI-assisted idea generation to identify high-value engagement opportunities.

Agenda

Scan key “Future of Partnerships” trends
Consulting insights harvesting & analysis

Define the partnership design challenges

Session 2 — Design the 2026 Partnership Playbook

Goal: Turn the design challenges into practical frameworks / tools that everyone can reuse in real engagements

Overview: Prototyping partnership approaches, refining business models, and using AI to synthesize actionable next steps.

Agenda

Breakout team design sprints for top challenges

Review of design concepts with priority discussion

Personalization: Your 2026 Partnership Profile

How AI Will Be Used

We use AI tools and research to engage and inspire human intelligence in the creative process that leads to the AH-HA moments that elevate the facilitated process. AI tools are employed throughout the sessions to speed synthesis, generate partner scenarios, and create tailored action plans. AI will assist — not replace — participant expertise.

  • Real-time idea generation during breakout work
  • AI-assisted synthesis of group inputs into concise templates
  • Scenario simulation to explore partnership outcomes
  • Personalized follow-up action plans and resource suggestions

Meet Empowered Alliances

Learn about our experienced facilitators driving the workshop. Our Team >>>

Empowered Alliances brings together veteran consultants, AI strategists, and IT implementation experts to guide companies to design, activate, and scale high-ROI AI initiatives
that strengthen teams and accelerate growth.. Our facilitators have decades of experience in collaborative consulting and innovation, ensuring every session is practical, engaging, and results-driven.

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Secure Your Spot Today

Register now to join this transformative workshop and share your expertise.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend this workshop?

Independent consultants, semi-retired professionals, and career explorers interested in building profitable consulting partnerships.

What is the format of the sessions?

Both sessions are live, interactive, and held via Zoom and Mural for hands-on collaboration.

Do I need prior experience with AI?

No prior AI experience is required. All tools and concepts will be introduced in an accessible way.

Will I receive materials after the workshop?

Yes, all participants receive digital templates, frameworks, and session recordings for future reference.

How many participants are in each group?

Each group is limited to 20 participants to ensure a collaborative, small-group experience.