Martin Günther
Biography
Martin has been consulting and supporting companies in the implementation of their software projects as a software architect and agile coach for many years. He always has the big picture in mind, looking for the boundaries that naturally divide the domain into conceptual units in order to build robust and efficient systems from these parts. Additionally, his profound experience in facilitating workshops helps him to accompany groups in their process of gaining insights and decision-making and to enable all team members to interact in an appreciative and effective manner.
NewCrafts Paris 2025
Liberating Structures 101 - unleashing the potential of every person in the room
HandsOn
This is a hands-on lab with limited capacity.
How often do meetings or workshops feel inefficient to you? How often do you find yourself unable to meaningfully contribute—or notice others disengaging? How often does your mind wander, even though you’re supposed to be involved? Most of us know these situations all too well. Often, the problem isn’t the people, but the (unconscious) choice of how we structure our interaction.
We tend to fall back on a small set of familiar formats—like e.g. open discussions or presentations—that seem easy to use because we all know how they work. But these conventional structures come with serious limitations when we aim for real collaboration and inclusive participation.
Liberating Structures offer a refreshing alternative: a repertoire of 33+ microstructures designed to engage and empower everyone in the room. In this hands-on lab, we’ll explore several Liberating Structures, discover what sets them apart from traditional methods, and experience why they work so well. Expect an interactive, engaging atmosphere with plenty of room for reflection, exchange, and connection.
