Creativity, Innovation, Facilitation, Creative Catalyst, and a real Trained Brain

In the applied creativity world, Doug is considered a genius. One of the quickest thinkers I’ve ever seen, he’s also a good listener, is very collaborative and has formidable marketing instincts.
Victoria Cliche
Executive Director
The Creative Education Foundation

creativeeducationfoundation.org

I marvel at Doug’s ability to see a situation in a totally different light, and with incredible insight and perception, come up with an idea that brings the room to a hush ... with everyone thinking ... “I wish I would/could come up with that idea, ‘cuz its so good.”
Mary Ellyn Vicksta
Creative Innovation Pioneer
Kimberly Clark



Doug’s imaginative horsepower takes a backseat to no one, and I mean no one. If you're looking for big, new, bright ideas, Doug's your man.
Jonathan Vehar
Sr. Partner
New & Improved, LLC

newandimproved.com

The first thing that you notice about Doug is that he is effortlessly and prolifically creative. He's also fun and humorous, so he energizes and inspires those around him. He has a deep understanding of everything from quantitative & qualitative research, market analysis, problem definition, facilitation design & execution, concept writing & testing and the development of new product introduction strategies. He also knows group dynamics and knows how to build productive teams. He does it all.
Kathy Klingensmith
Director Innovation Visioning
Schwan Food Company



Doug’s work with us virtually changed the way our stakeholder team and volunteers work together. His consultative manner put our people at ease. The guy is a treasure.
Bob Anthony
Executive Director
Adolescent Wellness

adolescentwellness.org

Doug is spirited and exceptionally bright, with a highly developed sense of humor – a truly gifted marketing guru and an idea guy for any problem. Imagine a child's curiosity, blended with Rembrandt’s technique, Edison’s inventiveness and the wit of The Simpsons … that's Doug!
Mark Grabavoy
Vice President of New Business Development
MODO

mark@modoexhibits.com

Doug Stevenson is an idea machine. He generates inspired ideas at a mind-boggling pace.
Jean Bystedt
Principal/Facilitator
To the Max

tothemax.net

Doug is truly one of the most creative and intelligent people I know, as well as one of the best writers and speakers around.
Judi Lapinsohn
Owner
Judi Lapinsohn & Associates

judilap.com

Doug is someone who brings such good energy, humor, creativity and motivation that, no matter what his role, you want him on your team.
Pamela Meyer
Owner
Meyer Creativity Associates

meyercreativity.com

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SERVICES

  • Creativity & Innovation Facilitation
    First we listen. We want to understand your key challenges. Together, We then formulate Challenge Statements. Next our facilitation team guides you through a creative problem solving process tailored to your needs. We will generate lots of novel ideas and then converge on the best. Lastly will develop viable innovations and turn them into actionable implementation plans. We work with you going forward to monitor progress.
  • Creative Catalysts & Trained Brains
    The people involved in innovation sessions are a vital component – the brain power behind the “idea train”. It always advised to bring in outsiders who are both unbiased and very good at idea generation. Doug is one of the best and can bring other like-minded talents to your table.
  • Teambuilding
    Creativity and teambuilding are inextricably related in innovative organizations. When everyone thinks more creatively and actively listens and supports each other, they naturally perform better as a unit. Doug brings special team building training and assessment tools that will help you identify your team strengths and become a juggernaut of innovation.

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  • Organization Development & Change
    Find concurrence on priorities and methods in an affirmative way. Build better teams. Get to implementation faster and better. Get past obstacles that block the way to needed cultural change. Transform employee expectations to positive and the organization's dynamic energy to optimistic and enthusiastic.
  • Brand & Marketing Strategy
    Doug has 25 years of experience as a brand and marketing strategist. He has devised and created marketing programs for many major consumer and B2B companies. He has experience in consumer research, creative, direct marketing, account management and experiential marketing – creating brand experiences which create results. He can be an invaluable addition to your marketing team.
  • New Product Development
    Doug has worked with numerous new product development teams, churning out a mind-boggling number of innovative, viable and ultimately successful new products.

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  • Improvisation/”Innovisation” for Business
    The basic principles of the improvisational art form include: “yes, and”, discovery, acceptance, support, trust, humor, play – all ideally suited for better interactions within your team, more creativity, more fun and more success. Doug has over 20 years of improvisation experience.
  • Experiential Marketing
    Doug has been working with tradeshows, events an all forms of experiential marketing since 1990. He understands this unique and growing marketing niche like few others. In his career, he has worked with Disney Imagineering in conjunction with a project at Epcot and has traveled the nation and the world executing top-notch experiential marketing programs for Fortune 500 companies. He understands and uses the principles outlined in Pine & Gilmore’s, The Experience Economy.
  • Leadership Training
    Schooled in Emotional Intelligence (Daniel Goleman) and leadership styles akin to those profiled in the groundbreaking book, Good to Great, Doug is an excellent executive coach and trainer. Working individually or with teams, he creates new interpersonal dynamics which lead to better organizations and results.

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  • Humor in Organizations
    A former standup comedian, comedic actor and humor writer, Doug is also academically informed on how humor enables us all to be more creative the health of any organization. Doug brings humor and the ways to instill it into your organization’s culture at the DNA level.
  • Business & Creative Writing
    From creative concepting, marketing plans, strategy summaries, research reports, advertising copy, business theater, white papers, direct mail, RFP/RFI responses, Powerpoint presentations, executive speeches and workshops, Doug has done it all. He has received acclaim for his wordsmithing prowess.
  • Keynotes & Workshops
    Doug presents at many meetings, conferences and events. His “off-the shelf” presentations include:
    • The See in Creativity
    • Leadership & Laughter (Humor & Creativity)
    • Innovation is Like a Box of Chocolates
    • FourSight™ -- Team Creative Style Preferences*
      *(requires a small fee to cover materials)
  • Nonprofit & Public Sector Consulting
    Doug has an academic major in the management of nonprofit organizations. His creativity training adds topspin to this. He has worked with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, The Red Cross, The Multiple Sclerosis Society, The Ryan Center for Innovation/DePaul University and Child’s Play Touring Theatre.

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Doug’s Schedule


May 2008
Creativity & Innovation Management Conference –CIM
Buffalo, NY
jpb.com

June 2008
CPSI
Creative Problem Solving Institute
Atlanta, GA
Emcee & Leader
cpsiconference.com

September 2008
Mind Camp
Toronto, Ontario
mindcamp.org

September 2008
IDEA Festival
Louisville, KY
ideafestival.com

March 2009
American Creativity Association
Seattle, WA
amcreativityassoc.org

April 2009
CREA
Sestri Levante, Italy
creaconference.com/

June 2009
CPSI
Creative Problem Solving Institute
Boston, MA
cpsiconference.com



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Douglas J. Stevenson
All Creation
516 N. Ogden Avenue
Suite 136
Chicago, IL 60622
312-520-7773
doug@allcreation.net *  AllCreation1@aol.com
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