ARCHITECTING COLLABORATION
Shift the direction of change for the better

ARCHITECTING COLLABORATION
Fieldnotes on Meetings, Workshops and Group Facilitation

ARCHITECTING COLLABORATION

Shift the direction of change for the better

You can book a virtual coffee with Paul Nunesdea, PhD, CPF, MC here.

Welcome to Architecting Collaboration in Healthcare and Beyond!

I’m Paulo Nunes de Abreu, known as Paul Nunesdea in the English-speaking world, author of Architecting Collaboration book series and co-host of Talk to Your Meeting Doctors.


I’ve created this platform to showcase the most talented Meeting Professionals and Collaboration Architects from the UK and around the globe. Our mission is to elevate your meetings and events by connecting you with experts who create dynamic, engaging, and effective collaborative experiences.


In addition to this platform, I co-founded Debate Exímio Lda, another col.lab spin-off focused on fostering dialogue through initiatives like the Health Data Forum, the Health Regions Summit, and Digital Health Portugal. We’re committed to building resilient, agile organizations and communities through meaningful events.

We are building a vibrant community of meeting professionals through a unique 3-tier system, starting with Tier 1, which offers exclusive benefits and conditions for early members. I’m personally inviting my esteemed colleagues who qualify to join at this foundational level, where we can collectively shape the future of collaborative experiences.


Warm regards,

Collaboration Architect, PhD, CPF

Transforming Collaboration Across Healthcare and Beyond with Certified Professional Facilitation.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR


As a Social and Organizational Psychologist with over 15 years of leadership experience, including a PhD from Lancaster University Management School under the mentorship of Peter Checkland, I specialize in architecting collaboration and problem solving through advanced facilitation and systems thinking.


My mission is to create spaces for dialogue that inspire meaningful collaboration, empowering resilient and agile organizations and communities.

Architecting Success Together

5 Reasons Why Paul Nunesdea is Your Ideal Meeting Professional in the World of Collaboration


Paulo Nunes de Abreu, also known by his pen name Paul Nunesdea, PhD, CPF, brings not only his expertise as a highly skilled facilitator but also a wealth of experience from the healthcare sector to every engagement.


#1 Track Record in Hosting Renowned Events

Paul boasts a remarkable track record in leading the organization of prestigious events for a diverse clientele. Through his company Debate Exímio, he excels in international event management, catering to large corporations, municipalities, and regional governments. Additionally, his UK-based company, My Meeting Support, equips him with the expertise and human capital to navigate discussions of varying scales and contexts, ensuring impactful outcomes for every event.


#2 Involvement in Social Enterprises and Civic Platforms

Paul's active role in social enterprises and civic platforms underscores his dedication to nurturing collaborative and sustainable ecosystems. His experience offers a comprehensive perspective, extending beyond conventional corporate environments.

#3 CEO Expertise

With a proven track record of leading and transforming organizations, Paul Nunesdea brings a wealth of strategic leadership and collaborative ecosystem-building expertise. His extensive experience in the healthcare sector further enriches this role, offering invaluable insights into one of the most dynamic and critical areas of public and private sector engagement.


#4 Academic Expertise

Paul Nunesdea's PhD in Management Science from Lancaster University, with a focus on Soft Systems Methodology, equips him with a unique blend of theoretical rigor and practical facilitation skills. His research has provided him with a deep understanding of complex systems, stakeholder analysis, and participatory decision-making, making him a highly sought-after facilitator for organizations seeking innovative solutions and sustainable change.


#5 IAF™ Certified Professional Facilitator

Finally, Paul's IAF™ certification is a testament to his ability in designing and facilitating collaborative processes. His approach guarantees professionalism and adherence to best facilitation practices.

Paul Nunesdea, a certified professional facilitator and collaboration architect, shares his expertise in leadership, systems thinking, and creating impactful dialogue through his books and publications.

DATA FIRST, AI LATER


Join this Global Movement!


As a collaboration architect, I'm championing the 'Data First, AI Later' movement under the scope of the Health Data Forum. This global initiative, started by Prof Rajendra Gupta and other trailblazers, emphasizes the importance of establishing a robust data foundation before implementing AI solutions.


By prioritizing data quality, governance, and accessibility, we can ensure that AI applications are ethical, effective, and aligned with our organizational goals.


Join us in building a collaborative ecosystem where data-driven innovation thrives. Together, we can shape a future where AI serves humanity responsibly.

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Join us at the Health Data Forum Global Hybrid Summit on November 14-16, 2024, to explore how data-driven innovation can shape the future of healthcare.


Let’s build a collaborative ecosystem where AI serves humanity responsibly and drives meaningful progress.

Discover more about the event and be part of this transformative conversation: Health Data Forum Global Hybrid Summit.


Join this Global Movement!



As a collaboration architect, I'm championing the 'Data First, AI Later' movement under the scope of the Health Data Forum. This global initiative, started by Prof Rajendra Gupta and other trailblazers, emphasizes the importance of establishing a robust data foundation before implementing AI solutions.


By prioritizing data quality, governance, and accessibility, we can ensure that AI applications are ethical, effective, and aligned with our organizational goals.


Join us in building a collaborative ecosystem where data-driven innovation thrives. Together, we can shape a future where AI serves humanity responsibly.

Join us at the Health Data Forum Global Hybrid Summit on November 14-16, 2024, to explore how data-driven innovation can shape the future of healthcare.


Let’s build a collaborative ecosystem where AI serves humanity responsibly and drives meaningful progress.

Discover more about the event and be part of this transformative conversation: Health Data Forum Global Hybrid Summit.


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LATEST BOOK


We're excited to announce "Empowering Professional Facilitators," the newest volume in the "Architecting Collaboration" series.


This book delves into the revolutionary world of digital collaboration tools and their significant impact on professional facilitation.


It's a journey through the dynamic shifts reshaping today's work environments, illuminated by the power of digital tools.

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We're inviting expert facilitators who thrive in the digital realm to contribute to this latest book. Your practical case studies or reflective descriptions from your facilitation practice, especially your experiences with various digital tools, will be invaluable.

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FACILITATION SKILLS


In the ever-changing landscape of professional and personal growth, my journey stands as a testament to the transformative power of collaboration.


My experiences, stretching across various managerial roles in sectors like manufacturing, education, healthcare, and technology, have culminated in a profound appreciation for collective wisdom and the art of facilitation.


These roles not only honed my ability to lead and innovate but also paved the way for my evolution into a collaboration architect: more

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The Digital Collaboration Academy now a specialized service brand of col.lab and promoted by My Meeting Support, was formed to better prepare you to lead the way forward in the aftermath of the digital revolution and this new post-pandemic era.

LINKEDIN LIVE EVENTS


"Talk To Your Meeting Doctors" is a must-attend series for anyone looking to improve their meetings. Our expert hosts, Martin Duffy, PhD and Paul Nunesdea, PhD CPF, bring together renowned meeting professionals to share their insights on a wide range of topics, from meeting design to fostering collaboration.

Join us to learn practical tips, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and discover how to make your meetings more effective and engaging. 

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ABOUT MY OTHER BOOKS


" Architecting Collaboration " is a book series devoted to group facilitation, its principles, methods, and techniques, that can be applied by anyone who believes in the power of collaboration and teamwork.


Please, check also my books in Spanish and in Portuguese .

In a nutshell

Learn how the principles of group facilitation can be applied to design collaboration within organizations, local collectivities, communities, large cities or regions. 

Checklists & Tables

The fieldnotes book features several tables mapping the book's content with the IAF core competencies  which you can use to quickly fine-tune your learning needs both as a facilitator or as a facilitative leader.

Facilitate your own reading

The fieldnotes book   is written as a collection of independent articles that you can read according to your specific needs. 

Upgrade your skills

Facilitative Leadership is a people-centred and results-driven process of developing a supportive culture in the workplace that facilitates goal achievement through effective relational processes.

You can increase the performance of your teams and organizations by becoming a more skilful manager who masters the principles of group facilitation and applies them in practice.


Check here to learn more about the next training workshops and seminars or read my latest LinkedIn articles  or personal blog entries.

My PhD Research

This is not a conventional case study research. It purposefully concentrates on the self-learning process that constitutes the research, captured in the form of narratives, rather than day-to-day content from the fieldwork, as such it differs from mainstream qualitative research. 



The reflections from practice, can be relevant to those who are concerned in bridging the gap between groupware-design and groupware-in-use and point the need to rethink the meaning of ‘technology’.

WHO SHOULD READ ME?


Anyone interested to learn how to work with groups for solving problems and decision-making, or to make events, training sessions and teaching more participative and fun. 

SEEING TO BELIEVE? 


Invite me for a demonstration to experience how group facilitation works. Particularly, if you are the kind of person that believes in dialogue and values in-depth conversations to emerge the collective intelligence in a group.


Ranging from small group meetings to a large audience, everyone will experience the spirit of group facilitation.


Contact me here for more information.

FACILITATION AS PUBLIC SERVICE


col.lab | collaboration laboratory is a permanent open space where ideas and people get together to create innovation with the power of group facilitation as a public service. 


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