120 organisaatiota, yksi yhteinen suunta | Liikkujan polku -verkoston rakentaminen ja Suomen Ladun strategiatyö | Eki Karlsson | #17

Effective cooperation relies on building interpersonal trust and shared understanding before tackling complex strategic goals. Eki Karlsson, former CEO of Suomen Latu, demonstrates this through the development of the "Liikkujan polku" network, which grew from a small group of organizations to over 120 members by prioritizing open communication and democratic participation. Rather than imposing top-down mandates, successful networks thrive when participants contribute their own themes and engage in transparent decision-making. Digital tools, such as collaborative platforms and remote meeting structures, further enhance this inclusivity by lowering barriers to participation and reducing operational costs. Ultimately, long-term organizational success stems from active listening, fostering the ability to speak the truth, and allowing sufficient time for relationships to mature, ensuring that collective action remains both purposeful and sustainable.