Good conversation doesn’t need complex setups or special tools. Without the right space, structure, or question, discussions can lose focus or energy. A simple venue, a clear question, and a skilled facilitator create the conditions for meaningful dialogue that encourages shared learning and deeper understanding.
Running a Knowledge Café requires minimal resources.
- A venue where people can be comfortable and relaxed, with tables and
chairs to seat 4 or 5 people per table, preferably with refreshments. - A group of people – 16 to 32 people works best.
- A host to introduce and oversee the Café. The host does not need to be a specialist, simply a good listener with chairperson skills.
- A powerful question to spark the conversation.
- Time – allow 1.5 to 2 hours.
Keep the setup simple and focused. Choose a comfortable space, bring the right people together, and ask a clear, thought-provoking question. Allow enough time for conversation to unfold. A well-planned Knowledge Café creates the right conditions for meaningful dialogue and shared learning. Small details make a big difference.
In-person, 7–11 September 2026, Warbrook House, Hampshire, UK
We are living and working in conditions of uncertainty, complexity, and rapid change. Many leadership approaches still rely on control, expertise, and tools that no longer fit the realities people face.
This week-long immersive workshop brings people together to practise Conversational Leadership as a shared, lived experience. It is not a training course but a space to slow down, think together, and explore how leadership emerges through dialogue, responsibility, and real engagement.