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Turning scattered knowledge into shared direction.

When decisions are hard and time is short, we help leadership teams think more clearly—together.
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How Alignment Happens
Better questions → wiser decisions
Wiser decisions → stronger commitment
Stronger commitment → exceptional outcomes
How We Work with Leaders

Different paths.
One purpose.

Strategic Decision Intensive

Facing a high-stakes decision.
No time to wait.
Bringing clarity before
the window closes.

AI Discovery

Seeing AI’s potential.
Lacking clarity to invest confidently.
Distinguishing genuine AI opportunities from hype before committing resources.

Governance Facilitation

High-stakes decisions before the board.
Diverging perspectives at the table.
Aligning governance direction so execution can move forward.

Strategic Foresight Sprint

Accelerating change. Conflicting views.
Pressure on Leadership.
Creating clarity and alignment from divergent perspectives.

Custom Engagements

Unique context.
No off-the-shelf approach.
Designing bespoke experiences when
the standard playbook isn’t enough.

Peer Leadership Cohorts

Leaders facing similar challenges.
A confidential space to think together.
Testing decisions and gaining perspective from peers facing similar challenges.
Founder
Deirdre Conner is a strategy advisor, innovator, and facilitator with more than 30 years of experience. She has helped organizations navigate complex decisions across financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and nonprofit sectors.
The Sensemaking Studio
Helping leadership teams navigate consequential decisions.
© 2026 Gannon & Associates d/b/a The Sensemaking Studio
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