Cohousing-L Mailing List: [Online · May 15] Building Cohousing Together: Collaborating with Professionals Using Sociocracy

[Neil Planchon (neil]

Hello everyone! 

✉️ You’re Invited! :: Building Cohousing Together: Working Effectively with 
Professionals Using Sociocracy

Topic: How can forming cohousing communities and professionals work together 
more effectively—right from the start? This conversation explores how 
Sociocracy (Dynamic Governance) can support early-stage organization, clear 
collaboration, and shared decision-making between communities and professionals.

Together, they’ll share insights on building respectful, momentum-sustaining 
relationships—especially when both sides are familiar with sociocracy.Topic:

Guests:

Jerry Koch-Gonzalez – Co-founder of Sociocracy For All and longtime resident of 
Cherry Hill Cohousing

Mathilde Berthe – Co-founder and designer at Studio Co+hab; collaborator with 
Bozeman and Louisville Cohousing

Bryan Bowen – Architect and housing developer at Caddis Collaborative; worked 
(using sociocracy practices) with Treehouse Village Cohousing



Together, they’ll share insights on building respectful, momentum-sustaining 
relationships—especially when both sides are familiar with sociocracy.


Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM PT | 11:00 AM ET | 15:00 UTC
Where: Online (Zoom link will be sent before the event)

Cost: Free to attend. We welcome contributions of $20 or more—whatever feels 
right for you—to support this and future offerings.

Whether you’re part of a forming community or a seasoned professional, this is 
a space to explore how Sociocracy can foster clarity, trust, and shared purpose 
in your collaborations.

Come learn, share, and connect. RSVP now to save your spot!
https://www.sociocracyforall.org/ic-webinars/


Cordially,
Neil Planchon

Cohousing Research Network <https://www.cohousingresearchnetwork.org/> (CRN) 
Executive Director
Cohousing Association <https://www.cohousing.org/> (Coho/US) Former Board/Staff 
Member. Advocate
Swan’s Market Cohousing <https://www.swansway.com/> Oakland CA. Founding Member.
Sociocracy For All <https://www.sociocracyforall.org/> (SoFA) Intentional 
Community (IC) Circle.
CiviCRM <https://civicrm.org/> Community Council. Ambassador