Dear Friends of Unity Through Creativity,
The Singing Tree® Project conducted a breakthrough program last month with the Japanese-based automation company Azbil. Azbil brings technological solutions to large-scale building automation challenges such as ventilation and fire detection for skyscrapers. Their work impacts the areas of the seventeen Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) articulated by the United Nations. Azbil desires to bring their technological innovations into harmony with the SDGs, and they turned to Unity Through Creativity to amplify their commitment.
Twenty-six managers, engineers, marketers, and trainers from Japan, Singapore, and the U.S. came together for a three-day team building program entitled “The Science of Creativity and Collaboration”. Azbil’s driving question was “How can AI, iCloud, and wireless technology be used to support the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?” By asking this question, Azbil is a leader in corporate responsibility.
Despite the differences in language, culture, gender, age and different and disciplines within the company, the group created an 8’ x 4 painting in three days called The Azbil Singing Tree® of Innovative Technology Based in Love. They expressed their deepest values and made a shared vision of success by painting the mural. The multi-national corporation made a bold choice to hold a training where the results would be unknown. The practice of “Emergent Wisdom” prepared participants to have increased faith in their own creativity and in the creativity of their colleagues. It strengthened the tools of imagination and solid relationships that are the key to flourishing in a changing world.
The following feedback from some of the participants describes their experiences:
I gained creativity and speaking myself from the workshop. It was the most amazing experience I ever had.
Reiko Kuga, Japan
This training was a sprint of challenge.
Masaru Murakami, Azbil FTC
I am proudest of being able to communicate and relate to many of my colleagues from Japan.
Armen Garabedian, Azbil North America
What stood out to me the most was the inclusive environment, where participants listened to everyone's opinions without excluding anyone, and felt encouraged to actively share their own thoughts. I would like to leverage this experience, as the workshop encouraged taking risks and not being afraid of failure. I will bring these practices to my family.
Takumi Komatsu, Japan
I think my next mission is to continue this workshop and provide an environment where more Azbil employees can participate.
Joe Kaseda, President, Azbil North America
The trunk contains a miniature earth resting in water. The Azbil Singing Tree of Innovative Technology Based in Love reminds us that, when we allow ourselves to be held in the palm of the earth and treasure her heart, we can create a life of abundance for everyone. We can achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, which are ultimately a manifestation of Love for each other and our planet. We are proud to partner with a corporation who is committed to this vision.
Yours for the world we know is possible,
Laurie
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