Leading with Clarity, Connection, and Collaboration

At Facilitate Co., we believe every meeting deserves clarity, alignment, and shared ownership. Whether it’s a board retreat, a strategic planning session, or a training experience, we design conversations that help teams move from ideas to action.

Our work is grounded in proven frameworks like ToP® and Lumina, and guided by a human-first approach that values inclusion, trust, and momentum. We facilitate when you need to be part of the conversation—not just run it. We train facilitators to lead with confidence, and coach teams to unlock their collective strengths.

Because real collaboration doesn’t happen by accident—it’s designed, practiced, and led with intention.

charity adams, founder

Hi, I’m Charity—founder of Facilitate Co. and co-owner of Great Plains ToP.

I specialize in designing transformative group experiences through expert facilitation, strategic planning, training, and coaching.

Whether I’m guiding a board retreat, teaching ToP® methods, or helping teams align around shared goals, my work centers on clarity, alignment, and shared ownership.

I believe real collaboration doesn’t happen by accident—it’s designed, practiced, and led with intention.

what makes us different

the Values We are Built On

Profound Respect

We honor the dignity, experience, and contributions of every person, cultivating trust and connection in every engagement.

Inclusive Participation

We create space for every voice to be heard, recognizing that insight and wisdom emerge when all contribute.

Teamwork & Collaboration

We foster environments where people work together efficiently and economically toward shared goals.

Individual & Group Creativity

We engage both rational and intuitive thinking to spark innovation through dialogue and diverse perspectives.

Action & Ownership

We guide groups toward decisions they own—so plans lead to real, sustained action.

Reflection & Learning

We build in time for thoughtful reflection, knowing that deep understanding fuels growth and transformation.

get to know our colleagues

Meet the Network

When a project calls for multiple facilitators or trainers, I work with a trusted network of colleagues who bring deep expertise, diverse perspectives, and shared values. Each person listed below is someone I’ve partnered with on real engagements—and together, we create spaces where transformation can happen.

Greta Leach

CTF & Qualified ToP Trainer

Great Plains ToP & Mission Matters

Great Plains ToP & Mission Matters

Karie Terhark

CTF & Mentor ToP Trainer

KT Facilitation

John Beranek

CTF & Qualified ToP Trainer

Great Plains ToP & Intersections Consulting

Kayla Schnuelle

CTF & Qualified ToP Trainer

Great Plains ToP & Mission Matters

Kim Howe

CTF & Mentor ToP Trainer

Great Plains ToP & Co Creative Labs

Shelby Pierce

ToP Facilitator & Apprentice Trainer

Great Plains ToP & Pierce Porter Facilitation

Dennis Kirlin

Apprentice ToP Facilitator & Trainer

Intersections Consulting