Appreciative Inquiry, based upon affirmation and appreciation, is both a philosophy and a methodology that explores what gives life to human systems when they are functioning at their highest level. Join PCMA for an engaging and informative evening, as Tenny Poole explores the concept and application of Appreciative Inquiry (AI), and how it effects positive transformation by building upon strengths, successes, values, hopes and dreams.

One way to understand Appreciative Inquiry is to consider the meaning of “appreciation” and “inquiry”, as they combine to produce a powerful, vital approach to leadership, change and future possibilities. By asking questions in a particular way and envisioning the future to capitalize on what is positive in people, situations, or organizations, AI focuses on what works vs. attempting to fix what does not work (i.e., a traditional problem solving approach).

Tenny Poole will also discuss the core beliefs inherent in an AI perspective. These beliefs include the following: a) people individually and collectively possess unique gifts, skills and contributions to bring to life, b) organizations are social systems with sources of unlimited relational capacity and c) the images we hold of the future are socially created and serve to guide individual and collective actions. Learn how Appreciative Inquiry effectively aligns core strengths to generate exceptional performance, enhance our capacity for collaboration and change, and create a wealth of future possibilities, for both individuals and organizations.

During tonight’s presentation you will have the opportunity to:

• Discover the origins of Appreciative Inquiry and understand its place in the Positive Revolution
• Learn corporate success stories that have utilized Appreciative Inquiry
• Understand the AI 4-D model and how it generates creative, significant solutions
• Gain insight into why Appreciative Inquiry is a successful change strategy
• Experience the Discovery Stage firsthand

About our Speaker:

Tenny Poole is a Consulting Partner with Corporation for Positive Change, the premier consulting firm using Appreciative Inquiry for transformation and innovation in business, government and nonprofits around the world. She is also the Founder of Positive Talent Strategies, a company dedicated to strategic human resources consulting. Formerly V.P. of Human Resources at Experian Americans Credit Business, Tenny has 30 years of HR and Strategic Planning experience. In 2000, Ms. Poole was selected Human Resources Executive of the Year by the Orange County Affiliate of the National Human Resources Association for her work in developing her team, accelerating culture change and implementing new human resources strategies at Experian using Appreciative Inquiry. To learn more about Tenny, please visit her website at: www.positivetalentstrategies.com