Leif Hansen
Helps you engage & keep the attention of your groups through authentic engagement, dynamic interactivity & leading-edge social technologies

Spark Interaction

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• Spark Interaction
• Spark Social Media

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• Skype: wonderosity
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About Spark Interaction

Spark Interaction is a small business predominantly focused on training & development and founded by 'Chief Engagement Officer' Leif Hansen. Our work is primarily concerned with helping people who work with groups to increase the level of engagement, interactivity & connections so that the impact of participants' experience is deep & sustained, they're excited to come back for more, and they spread the fire to their friends. We've been lucky to have our workshops featured on NBC's Today Show, PBS Online, the LA Times & in dozens of international papers.

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About Spark Interaction

Spark Interaction is a small business predominantly focused on training & development and founded by 'Chief Engagement Officer' Leif Hansen. Our work is primarily concerned with helping people who work with groups to increase the level of engagement, interactivity & connections so that the impact of participants' experience is deep & sustained, they're excited to come back for more, and they spread the fire to their friends. We've been lucky to have our workshops featured on NBC's Today Show, PBS Online, the LA Times & in dozens of international papers.

About Leif Hansen

My hunch is that you're like me in thinking that life is just too precious and amazing to waste time on things that, when we're honest with ourselves, we're not enjoying or getting value from. Over the years I've noticed that many of the most enjoyable & valuable experiences in my life have been when I've been a part of an engaged group of people all learning & contributing their collaborative creativity towards something meaningful.

That's why as 'Chief Engagement Officer' of Spark Interaction, I've focused our offerings to help multiply those kinds of experiences. It's a perfect fit as it also aligns with my personal life mission of "helping people feel safe, inspired & empowered enough to discover and creatively express their core passions while remaining curious, respectful & supportive of the passionate pursuits of others."

Over the past two decades I've worked with a variety of diverse groups in a number of unique settings: as a retreat director facilitating team-building experiences for corporate teams and non-profits using cooperative challenge courses; as a facilitator leading internationally recognized workshops on technology stewardship & balance; as a community catalyst igniting dialogue on a number of urgent topics in the neighborhoods I've lived in; as a spiritual leader working with youth or facilitating interfaith dialogue; and as the 'Chief Engagement Officer" of Spark Interaction giving presentations & workshops related to learning & experiencing the principles of group engagement & interactivity or exploring the power of social technologies.

I've been honored to speak about hybrid (online/real-time) engagement at various events & associations, including Seattle's Bizjam, the Puget Sound Coaching Association, Seattle Marketing groups, various chambers of commerce and many more. I love to teach and catalyze group interactivity, so let me know if you have a group you'd like me to present to.

I've used my BA in Communications and Masters in Theology to look at the fundamental questions of human engagement and specifically at how technology can enhance or hinder productivity, community & creativity. I've sought out many group learning experiences (often related to the art of improvisation) and certifications such as NASAGA's Game Design certifcation, Leahy's Elements of Choice, Jim Rough's Dynamic Facilitation & three years of involvement with the Applied Improvisation Network -including starting their social site and building it to an online comunity of over 1300 international members.

A sample of my personal projects & volunteer efforts can help you get a glimpse of my interests in groups. I created & hosted a "Worlds within Orcas" forum for locals to respectfully share & learn from each other's worldviews; I helped start and lead the Puget Sound Interfatih Youth camp; I've created a "Quest Camp" for youth to help them face their fears & achieve personal goals by embarking on weekly quests; I hosted the Biznik Live show and interviewed internationally acclaimed business authors like Seth Godin, Guy Kawasaki, Roberty Kiyosaki, Timothy Ferris, Daniel Pink & Van Jones; I was invited to be a guest storyteller for Bellingham's Tellebration; and perhaps most importantly, I've been married for 15 years to my soul-partner Anna and have an amazing little girl named Zinnia who keeps me playfully on my toes every day.

If you're ready to learn more, you can:

• find out why the typical approaches don't work
• learn about how our approach works
• download from our free resources
• check out our products & services

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  From Arden Clise

  Given on Fri Jun 11, 2010.

  Leif,

  It was great meeting you today at your Improv for Introverts class with Beth Buelow. I loved the activities...[more]

  Leif,

  It was great meeting you today at your Improv for Introverts class with Beth Buelow. I loved the activities, the dialogue and the fun. Fantastic job! Improv is a useful tool for anyone.

  Best regards, Arden Clise   [less]
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  From Amy Stokes

  Given on Fri May 28, 2010.

  WOW is the word for you Leif! Your workshop was a complete VALUE of my time. It was fun, informative...[more]

  WOW is the word for you Leif! Your workshop was a complete VALUE of my time. It was fun, informative and a great place to learn. Your energy and commitment to helping others is a gift. Thank you for sharing it with us and I look forward to more of your events!    [less]
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  From Shane Kaeo

  Given on Sat May 22, 2010.

  Leif has great energy and loves what he does. It shows. You want to see him if you're looking to...[more]

  Leif has great energy and loves what he does. It shows. You want to see him if you're looking to engage others at your next meeting.   [less]
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  From Teri Johnson

  Given on Sun Apr 18, 2010.

  "Hey Leif, I had a great time at your event yesterday. You are such a genuine person and put everyone...[more]"

  "Hey Leif, I had a great time at your event yesterday. You are such a genuine person and put everyone at ease and ENGAGED us so quickly. Thank you for a lovely afternoon filled with tips, information and fun.   [less]

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