Altagracia Montilla🪻

I build unforgettable, dynamic spaces where leaders & teams reconnect to power, purpose & possibility 🌱 Transformational Facilitator, Coach & Retreat Designer 🌱 Creator of The Conflict Bravery Masterclass

New York City Metropolitan Area

About

If you’re here, chances are you’re a changemaker or leader of some kind—someone who believes in building something better than what currently exists. If that’s you, you’re my kind of people. Whatever brought you here, I’m glad our paths crossed. 🌱 Let’s explore what’s possible together: https://altagraciamontilla.com/consultation/ I’m known for dynamic facilitation and igniting transformation in ways that feel grounded, human, and easeful. I’m a community architect who holds space for people and organizations during their most sensitive, complex moments. I design strategies and experiences that center humanity and help people see what’s possible—and feel capable of achieving what once felt out of reach. I’ve worked alongside leaders and organizations doing some of the most important work of our time, supporting thousands of lives in the process. I specialize in holding multiple truths at once and creating spaces where people reconnect to their power and lead with courage. Here’s my invitation to you: Whether you’re an individual or part of an organization, I design containers for people and collectives—spaces that align you with your power, help heal fear and disconnection, and ignite courage, clarity, and excitement. Ways I support this work include: 🌱 Culture transformation and strategic planning for organizations ready to move from stagnation to vitality, from distrust to trust, from disharmony to alignment 🌱 Team days and retreats that are meaningful, embodied, and impactful long after the gathering ends 🌱 Conflict Bravery™ offerings, including workshops, circles, and masterclasses that help people reimagine their relationship to conflict so it can increase confidence, nourish relationships, and strengthen culture rather than erode it 🌱 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategy and culture transformation through a deeply relational, relationship-centered approach—creating spaces where courageous conversations are met with care 🌱 Coaching for leaders and facilitators who want to humanize their practice and hold space with care, intention, and relational depth 🌱 Coaching for people doing transformative work—supporting alignment between values and actions while tending to the nervous system, intuition, and sense of self so the work doesn’t cost you yourself Whatever brought you here, I’m grateful you found your way. If you’re curious about how I can thoughtfully craft something for you or your team, I’d love to connect. Let’s explore what’s possible together: https://altagraciamontilla.com/consultation/

Experience

  • Founder and CEO at A.M. Consulting
    Jan 2019 - Present · 7 yrs 6 mos

    The most successful and resilient teams are built on a foundation of trust, psychological safety, and the courage to have difficult conversations. For over a decade, I've dedicated my work to helping organizations cultivate these very qualities. As the founder of A.M. Consulting and creator of the Conflict Bravery™ framework, I design and lead transformative team experiences, immersive retreats, and hands-on facilitation training. My approach moves beyond temporary fixes, focusing instead on building the deep-rooted skills and cultural shifts that allow teams to thrive long-term. Whether we're navigating high-stakes conversations, designing a more inclusive culture, or building leadership capacity, my work is centered on human connection. I help teams and leaders: •Build Conflict Bravery™: Transform conflict from a source of stress into a catalyst for growth and innovation. •Create Unforgettable Team Experiences: Design and facilitate custom retreats and workshops that foster genuine connection, collaboration, and shared purpose. •Develop Masterful Facilitators: Equip leaders with the skills and confidence to guide their own teams through challenging and productive conversations. If you're ready to invest in a workplace culture where your team feels empowered, connected, and brave enough to bring their whole selves to work, I'd love to connect. Let's explore how we can create a lasting impact together. Specialties: Team Building & Retreats, Conflict Bravery™, Facilitation Training, Culture Design, DEIA+ Consulting, Leadership Development, Courageous Conversations, Workplace Wellness

  • Co-Founder and Lead Facilitator at The 7 Space | Art Gallery and Wellness Center
    Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

    The 7 Space | Art Gallery & Wellness Center, by HigherSelf, uniquely blends art, music, experiential design, and immersive healing approaches to foster wellness in Downtown Newark. Art is one of our most powerful healing tools and a pathway to personal and community well-being. Our space features a central gallery that showcases a diverse range of art forms, from paintings and sculptures to digital art, created by amazing local artists. Auxiliary rooms are versatile areas to host conversations, create art, move your body, meditate, enjoy the sun, or have a cup of tea at our wellness bar. We make sure that guests find a space that resonates with their spirits. Whether you’re here to admire art, participate in a workshop, or engage in a profound dialogue, we craft your experience at The 7 Space with intention. We produce scheduled gatherings and events to foster celebration, joy, and community cohesion. Everyone who visits The 7 Space is welcome and celebrated for their gifts, regardless of background or experience.

  • Chair of Racial and Ethnic Diversity - Alumni Association Board of Directors at Skidmore College
    Jul 2024 - Present · 2 yrs

    The Skidmore College Alumni Board is the primary representative body for the Skidmore College Alumni Association. The board strives to connect them with one another and the College through classes, clubs, and affinity groups; reunions, mini-reunions, awards, and travel programs; online and print publications; and regional, on-campus, and young alumni events. The board facilitates alumni volunteer recruitment and encourages the diverse involvement of alumni. The board assists the board of trustees, advancement staff, faculty, students and other partners to enhance the college's relationship with alumni. The board helps enhance the image, quality, and reputation of Skidmore and fosters a spirit of loyalty and fellowship among alumni.

  • Board Member, Strategic Planning Committee at YWCA Princeton
    Jul 2023 - Present · 3 yrs

    As a dedicated Board Member, I am honored to contribute to the organization's vision and mission of eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Highlights: - Actively serve as a key member of the Strategic Planning Committee, collaborating with fellow board members to shape and refine the organization's strategic direction - Design experiences to foster a culture of collaboration between diverse stakeholders

  • Healing and Wellness Coordinator at Institute for Teachers of Color Committed to Racial Justice
    Jun 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 1 mo

    ITOC is an ongoing critical professional development space designed to support well-being, strengthen racial literacy, and cultivate the racial justice leadership capacities of teachers of Color who work in K-12 public schools that serve students of Color. A unique collaboration between the disciplines of Teacher Education, Educational Leadership, and Ethnic Studies, this national conference rigorously selects and supports approximately 150 ITOC Fellows each year. The reality of committing to racial justice in schools takes a toll on educators' holistic well-being. My role on the leadership team is to support educators in centering their wellness and healing. I curate and facilitate spaces for healing, wellness, and self/community care to support the social-emotional and physical health of ITOC Fellows.