Creative Education Foundation

Creative Education Foundation CEF is the oldest nonprofit dedicated to creativity, innovation, and change leadership.

The Creative Education Foundation (CEF) was founded in 1954 by Alex Osborn, one of the original advertising "Mad Men", who believed everyone is creative and can learn to be more so. CEF is dedicated to providing programming and resources to empower people with the skill set, tool set, and mindset of deliberate creativity. To this end, CEF presents the longest running deliberate creativity conferen

ce in the world, the Creative Problem Solving Institute (www.cpsiconference.com). Attendees from around the world come to CPSI to learn deliberate creativity, innovation skills, and change leadership to transform their businesses and enrich their lives. Join us at CPSI and go to www.creativeeducationfoundation.org to learn more about our work.

CPSI Sarasota 2027 🌴✨Mark your calendars! CPSI Sarasota 2027 is coming March 10–12, 2027, and we’re bringing 2.5 days of...
08/25/2026

CPSI Sarasota 2027 🌴✨

Mark your calendars! CPSI Sarasota 2027 is coming March 10–12, 2027, and we’re bringing 2.5 days of creativity, learning, connection, and creative problem solving to Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota, Florida.

Whether you’re joining us for your first CPSI conference or you’re a returning member of the community, there will be plenty to explore:

Foundations of Creative Problem Solving — A limited-seating experience recommended for first-time attendees. Build a solid foundation in Creative Problem Solving and gain tools you can put into practice right away.

90-minute breakout sessions — Choose from a variety of topics, all connected to creative problem solving, creativity, innovation, and the ways we approach challenges.

Group sessions & connection — Learn with others, share ideas, and experience the collaborative spirit that makes CPSI special.

🌙 Evening experiences — Add on select evening events and make the most of your time in Sarasota.

This is just the beginning! We’ll be sharing more details, speakers, sessions, registration information, and announcements as they come together.

📍 CPSI Sarasota 2027
📅 March 10–12, 2027
🎨 Ringling College of Art and Design | Sarasota, FL

Stay connected at cpsiconference.com and follow us on social media for all the latest updates.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Sarasota!

Have questions about submitting a workshop proposal for CPSI Sarasota? We’ve got you covered! Join us for an informal As...
08/24/2026

Have questions about submitting a workshop proposal for CPSI Sarasota? We’ve got you covered! Join us for an informal Ask Me Anything (AMA) session where you can learn more about the proposal process, explore the breakout session tracks, hear what we’re looking for in proposals, and get a glimpse of the speaker experience. Whether you have a specific question or are simply wondering if your idea might be a good fit, come connect with us and get the information you need before submitting.

Join via Zoom
Wednesday, August 26 at 12:30 pm. ET

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84043733112?pwd=ES4OliPi9LnZ6TbHQMMRNfoxVbKiiu.1

✨ SPARK NEW IDEASWhere do great ideas begin? With the right foundation.Foundations of Creative Problem Solving is where ...
08/19/2026

✨ SPARK NEW IDEAS

Where do great ideas begin? With the right foundation.

Foundations of Creative Problem Solving is where many people begin their creativity journey. Whether you're new to Creative Problem Solving or looking to strengthen your foundation, this immersive experience introduces the tools, mindset, and process that can help you generate fresh ideas, navigate challenges, and uncover innovative solutions.

Foundations of Creative Problem Solving will be offered at CPSI Sarasota 2027
March 2027
Program details + registration coming mid-September

Ready to spark new ideas and expand what's possible?

👉 Visit cpsiconference.com for updates and more details.

🌴 CPSI Sarasota 2027: Call for Breakout Workshops Is OPEN!What if we reimagined what's possible with Creative Leadership...
08/18/2026

🌴 CPSI Sarasota 2027: Call for Breakout Workshops Is OPEN!

What if we reimagined what's possible with Creative Leadership for a Changing World?

We’re looking for creative thinkers, facilitators, practitioners, educators, and innovators to bring their ideas to CPSI Sarasota 2027, formerly the Florida Creativity Conference, this March at Ringling College of Art and Design.

Our Call for 90-minute Breakout Workshops is now open! We're especially interested in interactive, engaging experiences that give participants ideas, tools, and practices they can take back to their work and lives.

This year, we're exploring three tracks:
🌱 NextGen Leadership: How Do We Lead Creatively?
💡 Applied Creative Problem Solving: How Do We Use CPS in Our Work?
🤖 Tech That Transforms: How Does Technology Expand What's Possible?

Have an idea that could spark new thinking, challenge assumptions, or help people navigate what's next?

We want to hear from you!

👉 Submit your proposal: https://cfp.sched.com/speaker/qH7gBNAf68

CPSI Sarasota 2027 Breakout Workshop RFP
Let's reimagine what's possible—together.

🌱 Creativity Is a Continuum—and We’re Growing It Together!Creativity doesn’t begin and end with a single conference or e...
08/12/2026

🌱 Creativity Is a Continuum—and We’re Growing It Together!

Creativity doesn’t begin and end with a single conference or event. It’s something we can learn, practice, and strengthen throughout the year.

At CEF, we’re expanding our Creativity Continuum—connecting experiences like CPSI Flagship, CPSI City events, CPSI Sarasota, and World Creativity & Innovation (WCI) to create more opportunities to engage with deliberate creativity year-round.

Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, August 12 at 5:30 PM ET for a special CPSI Community Conversation as we explore the Creativity Continuum, share what’s ahead, and talk about how you can be part of this growing movement.

💻 Virtual via Zoom
📅 Wednesday, August 12
🕠 5:30 PM ET

Come curious. And discover what’s next for CEF and our creative community!

👉 Join us tomorrow: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87930930061?pwd=avLPusp0QMcj874vf9PvbN7JAGLxQO.1&jst=3

🌟 Unexpected Connections: Free Virtual Programming Through the End of 2026!Looking for a little creativity, connection, ...
08/10/2026

🌟 Unexpected Connections: Free Virtual Programming Through the End of 2026!

Looking for a little creativity, connection, and inspiration? Join Creative Education Foundation’s Unexpected Connections—a free virtual gathering designed to bring curious minds together for an hour of conversation, creativity, and a few surprises along the way!

📅 Join us on select dates throughout the remainder of 2026
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM ET
💻 Free + Virtual
✨ Fun, connection & unexpected surprises included!

Each month brings a new conversation and an opportunity to meet others, exchange ideas, explore new perspectives, and spark possibilities.

👉 See the upcoming dates, discover each month’s topic, and sign up:
creativeeducationfoundation.org/events

Come curious. Leave inspired. You never know where an unexpected connection might lead!

💡 Everyone is creative. Really.The difference isn't whether you're creative—it's whether you know how to activate it.Joi...
08/05/2026

💡 Everyone is creative. Really.

The difference isn't whether you're creative—it's whether you know how to activate it.

Join us for Creative Mindset, a two-part virtual learning experience where you'll discover simple, science-based tools to strengthen your creativity, unlock possibility thinking, and develop a growth mindset. You'll also be introduced to the foundational principles of Creative Problem Solving (CPS)—skills you can apply immediately at work, at home, and in everyday life.

🗓️ Part 1: September 3
🗓️ Part 2: September 17
💻 Virtual | 90-minute sessions
🎟️ Paid program

Ready to make creativity your superpower?
🔗 Register today: https://creativeeducationfoundation.networkforgood.com/events/89756-creative-mindset

😎 The future looks creative.This March, set your sights on CPSI Sarasota at Ringling College of Art and Design—a place w...
08/05/2026

😎 The future looks creative.

This March, set your sights on CPSI Sarasota at Ringling College of Art and Design—a place where you'll Learn. Connect. Play. alongside a community of innovators, educators, facilitators, and creative thinkers.

☀️ Discover practical tools for creative problem solving.
🌴 Build meaningful connections with people who inspire you.
🎨 Rediscover the joy of learning through play, curiosity, and collaboration.

Join us March 2027, and experience the creativity, sunshine, and energy that make CPSI Sarasota unlike any other conference.

Stay tuned—registration opens soon!

🌱 The future of creativity starts with the people who nurture it.If you work with young people—or simply believe in the ...
08/04/2026

🌱 The future of creativity starts with the people who nurture it.

If you work with young people—or simply believe in the power of creativity to help them thrive—join us for our next Unexpected Connections conversation!

🌱 Unexpected Connections: Growing Creative Futures
📅 Tuesday, August 5
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM ET
💻 Free | Virtual

This interactive session is an opportunity to connect with educators, facilitators, youth leaders, parents, mentors, and changemakers from across the community. Together, we'll share ideas, explore creative approaches to youth engagement, and discover new ways to inspire the next generation.

✨ Bring your curiosity, your experiences, and your passion for helping young people flourish. Everyone is welcome!

🔗 Reserve your free spot: https://lnkd.in/e7EqkCs2

Your ability to lead creative conversations can transform the way teams collaborate, solve problems, and innovate.Become...
08/03/2026

Your ability to lead creative conversations can transform the way teams collaborate, solve problems, and innovate.

Become a FourSight Certified Facilitator and gain a practical framework—grounded in more than 65 years of Creative Problem Solving research—to help individuals and teams recognize thinking preferences, navigate challenges, and unlock their collective potential.

As a member of the Creative Education Foundation community, you'll receive 20% off FourSight Certification through August 15, 2026.

🎟️ Use promo code: CEF20
🔗 Register today: https://lnkd.in/ecrG9iwG

Invest in your growth. Strengthen your facilitation toolkit. Help others think better—together.

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