Cultivating connection & alignment at ZDHC

Client: ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme

Facilitator & Coach: Tallulah Rendall

Timeframe:

Engagement: Team Alignment Week

Background

ZDHC (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals) is a global multi-stakeholder organisation committed to driving sustainable chemical management within the fashion industry. In mid-2024, ZDHC engaged Tallulah Rendall to design and deliver a company-wide team alignment week, bringing together employees from India, China, America, Canada, UK, France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Taiwan amongst other.

Objectives

◆ Foster deeper alignment, collaboration and transparency across the organisation’s departments in order to strengthen communication empowerment and trust

“The sessions were engaging and thought provoking, applicable not only to business but life in general. I highly recommend her work and look forward to future sessions. And last - but certainly not least - she’s a fantastic musician and one of the most compassionate people I’ve met.”

Scott Echols ZDHC

Approach

Tallulah brought a unique and holistic facilitation style, blending systemic coaching, authentic relating, embodiment practices (Qi Gong, breathwork), and creative facilitation. Her approach encouraged participants to show up fully, engage with curiosity, and co-create practical and cultural shifts.

Team alignment week:

Tallulah designed and facilitated a six-day in-person programme for 70 staff, focusing on relationship-building, organisational vision, and team culture. The experience surfaced deeper dynamics across teams and offered space for collective learning and reconnection post-COVID.

Feedback

"Unforgettable", "Rejuvenation", "Connection", "Amazing", "Loved it!", "Memorable", "Team-building", "Connected", "Enriching", "Empowering", "Reuniting!", "Connection", "Mindfulness", "Hearty", "Unforgettable", "Inspiring!", "Amazing”, “Transforming,", "Fantastic!", "Connection", "Revealing", "Connecting", "Wonderful", "Self-realisation", "Thoughtful", "Human Connection", "Mindfulness", " Vibrant", " Connection", "Connecting", "Engaging".

Communication masterclass - attentive listening, boundaries setting:

◆ "We learned a lot from sessions like the communication masterclass, which helped us communicate better."

◆ "Great interaction with colleagues."

◆ "Super interactive, absolutely loved it."

◆ "Good insights into active listening, confirming one's understanding in communication."

◆ ”It was an inspiring session; I felt motivated and better equipped to communicate with clarity and impact."

◆ "It was a very inspiring session. I found it very insightful, especially the listening part."

Nature experience + creative facilitation:

◆ "Activities like the nature experience brought us closer together as a team."

◆ "Amazing experience to be out in nature and have some time for reflection."

◆ "Introspective and collaborative at the same time."

◆ "It was helpful for self-alignment."

◆ "One of the best experience so far! Thank you."

◆ "The Nature Experience was a deeply reflective and inspiring journey. Walking in solitude, immersing ourselves in the natural surroundings to disconnect from distractions and reconnect with ourselves. The peaceful environment encouraged mindfulness, self-reflection, and a renewed sense of clarity. It was a powerful moment to slow down, be present, and draw inspiration from nature."

◆ "Nice to do something that has to do with being in nature as this is what we want to protect with our work, I think this needs to be highlighted much more and reminds everyone why we are doing what we do."

Empowerment workshop

◆ "It was a great experience about empowerment."

◆ "Awesome."

◆ "The Empowerment Session was a motivating and experience, it inspired confidence and self-leadership. I felt more capable, empowered, and ready to take on new challenges."

◆ "This one was, I think, one of the best sessions. It really inspired me to work even more on this."

◆ "This session made me reflect on how I can change my way to listen."

Singing workshop

◆ "Loved the great energy in the room! I sensed that for a few of the introverts some parts were a bit strange or awkward... but I think it's great for everyones self development to try new things get challenged."

◆ "Beautiful! It felt like we were all united."

Overall:

◆ "I think this was the best TAW."

◆ “It was the best TAW so far for me - Marina and Bruna did such a fantastic job! Having Tallulah and Toby was amazing! I love their facilitation style, they are so inspiring and have great energy. I would love to see more of them in the future!”

◆ "Essential for team connection. Great to meet colleagues in person. Can there be such a week each year?"