This year NuMundo will bring their flair to Bioneers with a Networking Center in the Exhibit Hall. We will network the transformational ecosystem with dynamic displays, networking boards, and 5 facilitated networking sessions (during meal times). With an online database and booking system, NuMundo is easily connecting people to educational “impact centers” such as ecovillages, organic farms and retreat centers around the world. We are quickly cross-pollinating hope and possibility for the emerging future!
Learn more about our organization, join the blossoming network, and even receive personal “Pathfinder” support from NuMundo. Our team can help you find your growth edges as well as ways to deepen in what has most inspired you at this year’s Bioneers! We look forward to meeting you there!
Facilitated by the NuMundo team: Cynthia Tina, Nicholas Joyce, Erika Logie, David Casey, Ryan Rising, Marissa Weitzman, Hannah Mendoza, Bobby McGivney, James Foley, Daniela OLopez and Stuart Valentine of Centerpoint Investment Strategies
Cooperation is the foundation of Nature. Throughout the plant and animal kingdoms we see examples of species working together in symbiotic relationships to benefit all life. We could learn a thing or two from the bees and from ant colonies – their elegant systems of community organizing, their super-effective social and communication patterns, their collaborative economic models. How can we mimic Nature’s genius in our human communities? How will we network ourselves for the regeneration of life on planet Earth?
Together we will explore answers to these important questions as we practice the art of connection in a facilitated space. This series of networking sessions will help us discover new relationships within the fields of education, business, permaculture and more. Browse our offerings below to find a session that best describes your unique role in the ecosystem!
Networking | Permaculture: Mapping the Human Ecosystem
Friday, 1:15-2:30
Faciliated by NuMundo Team
If we are the trees of a forest, what are themycelial networks that connect us, who are our pollinator allies, where are our growing edges, and what niches do we each fill? Join us as we map out the skills, resources, talents and needs within our rich forest of pioneering souls. We are far more resilient when we work together!
Networking | Bioregional Networking
Friday, 6:15-7:30
Facilitated by NuMundo Team
The question, “Where do you come from?” becomes far richer when viewed through a bioregional lens. In this session we have the opportunity to network with inhabitants of our home community, town or city to map our bioregion’s assets, strategize for the future, and generate positive connections. “Find your place on the planet. Dig in, and take responsibility from there.” – Gary Synder
Networking | Educators for the Future
Saturday, 1:15-2:30
Facilitated by NuMundo Team
As the “old story” of our world collapses and a generation is raised with the reality of climate change, the job of educators is evermore challenging and important. Come meet up with fellow teachers, trainers and coaches to explore the rapidly evolving field of education and how to equip coming generations with the tools they will need to address our global crises.
Networking | Open Space Networking
Saturday, 6:15-7:30
Facilitated by NuMundo Team
Eager to join forces with like-minded change makers in your unique area of interest or collaborate between fields? This session is your chance to co-create a networking experience based on the desires of those present. We will guide your journey with light facilitation and innovative social tools from Open Space, Agile Learning and Collaborative Awareness.
Step into your pollinator potential!
Networking | Ethical Business & Investing: People, Planet, Profit
Sunday, 1:15-2:30pm
Location: Manzanita Room
Facilitated by Stuart Valentine MBA, Co-Director of the Sustainable Living Coalition (SLC), a non-profit dedicated to Sustainability Education and Enterprise Design, has long experience in philanthropy, entrepreneurship, and is a registered investment advisor with Financial West Group focused on the socially responsible and impact investment sectors.
Networking Facilitators
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STUART VALENTINE, MBA,Co-Director of the Sustainable Living Coalition (SLC), a non-profit dedicated to Sustainability Education and Enterprise Design, has long experience in philanthropy, entrepreneurship, and is an investment advisor for socially responsible and impact investment sectors. |
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DAVID CASEY, a co-founder of NuMundo with a background in Political Economy, has been organizing cultural events, retreats and ecovillage design courses in Central America and working with an Indigenous artisan cooperative in Guatemala for the past 5 years. |
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ERIKA LOGIE, supports community projects around the world as an educator, facilitator, and consultant. Co-founder of NextGEN, she organizes annual Ecovillage Summits, and serves on boards of the Global Ecovillage Network and Fellowship for Intentional Community. Cynthia holds a Sustainability BA from Goddard College and certifications in Permaculture/Ecovillage Design.www.CynthiaTina.com |
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MARISSA WEITZMAN is an eco-educator, curriculum developer, and environmental project designer who has worked with food systems, natural building, permaculture gardens, etc., and has also organized service learning programs around the Bay Area. |
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NICK JOYCE, is the Strategic Alliance Generator at Numundo. With a background in management, permaculture, eco-village design, and international sustainable development. He is a consultant and facilitator with a knack for weaving networks for the new world. Visit www.NicholasJoyce.com for more.
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RYAN RISING, a Bay Area-based community organizer and permaculture educator, co-founded the Permaculture Action Network and has worked at venues such as Lightning in a Bottle and Rising Appalachia to mobilize festival attendees to install permaculture systems and create community spaces.
CYNTHIA TINA, supports community projects around the world as an educator, facilitator, and consultant. Co-founder of NextGEN, she organizes annual Ecovillage Summits, and serves on boards of the Global Ecovillage Network and Fellowship for Intentional Community. Cynthia holds a Sustainability BA from Goddard College and certifications in Permaculture/Ecovillage Design.www.CynthiaTina.com
MARISSA WEITZMAN is an eco-educator, curriculum developer, and environmental project designer who has worked with food systems, natural building, permaculture gardens, etc., and has also organized service learning programs around the Bay Area.
HANNAH MENDOZA helps run NuMundo’s Ambassador program, with a background in Global Studies and extensive travel in South & Central America. She specializes in conscious copywriting and runs a plant-based Elixir Bar.
Bobby McGivney is a brand designer/web developer who helps businesses and organizations with their online identity and efficiency. He has 7+ years of diverse experience in both the technical and creative aspects of running a web-based business, and has recently joined the NuMundo team to help develop their ambassador program and strategy.
JAMES FOLEY is a web developer with a passion for meditation, mindfulness and keeping it real. His intent is to transform his consciousness in the best possible way; he has a deep interest in transformative technologies and runs the Consciousness Hacking Philadelphia chapter, where he also lives.
DANIELA OSORIO-LOPEZ is a Psychologist and coach for personal and organizational development. She has been facilitating the growth and sustainable change management for organizations in Chile, India and US for the past 6+ years. Daniela is a passionate about experiential learning, permaculture and travels. She has recently joined NuMundo Organizational Jedi.
