Helping purpose-driven leaders, teams and organisations to connect and navigate strategy, change and complexity
We support people and teams to connect deeply, imagine futures, think clearly, and move forward with confidence.
Facilitating impactful conversations and deep connections across Aotearoa.
We facilitate face-to-face workshops and meetings that bring people together to work through complex issues and make clear decisions
Our work focuses on change, strategy, planning and reflection, enabling leaders, teams and organisations to move forward with clarity and purpose.
How We Work
We facilitate workshops and meetings across Aotearoa.
01.
Listen
first
Before proposing any approach, we take time to understand your context, relationships and goals.
02.
Design
together
We tailor proven facilitation methods or co-design a workshop that fits your team and purpose.
03.
Facilitate for impact
We guide conversations that build shared understanding, strengthen relationships and move leaders, teams and organisations toward practical next steps.
Dr Lesley Patterson
About Lesley
I am an experienced facilitator, strategist and leadership consultant. A sociologist by training, with wide-ranging management, executive leadership and governance experience.
I have worked across the public sector, nonprofit organisations and social innovation initiatives in Aotearoa, bringing people together to connect, navigate issues, develop direction, and identify next steps.
Lesley Patterson Associates was established in 2023.
We often collaborate with other purpose-driven consultants to deliver engaging and creative workshops that make a difference for participants and the communities they serve.
Consultants We Work With
Kym Hamilton (Nga Rauru, Ngāti Raukawa, Ngāti Kahungunu)
Kārearea: Institute for Change
Rochelle Stewart-Allen
The NGO Coach
Let’s bring your team together
If you’re planning a strategy session, leadership retreat or team workshop, we’d love to hear what you’re working on.