Cool, Comms, Collected

Building Stronger Communities Through Communication

Cool, Comms, Collected (3Cs) was founded as a free, five-part intergenerational workshop series designed to empower participants with vital communication, leadership, and teamwork skills through experiential learning. Open to individuals from ages 10 to 100, the workshops provide an inclusive and engaging environment where community members interact across generational lines to develop emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and social responsibility. The series is facilitated by Stephanie Threinen, a certified communications professional with over 20 years of experience.

Generations United annually recognizes outstanding intergenerational programs that are connecting younger and older people in the United States.

Cool, Comms, Collected is proud to be recognized with a Program of Merit designation by the national non-profit, Generations United, representing the highest standards of intergenerational programs.

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FUN • ENGAGING • THOUGHT-PROVOKING

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Challenge, Accepted

Interacting with people outside your own generation can help break down preconceived notions and stereotypes associated with different age groups. This can help you become hyper-aware of your own presence and intentionally approach individuals with an open mind.

Latest Updates

• 3rd Annual Mental Health Symposium Recap
  Held February 27, 2026 in Lakeway, Texas, Stephanie Threinen, founder of Cool, Comms, Collected was invited as an attendee and presenter of “Active Listening is a Superpower” at the third annual Mental Health Symposium hosted by the Engage and Heal Foundation, a local mental health advocacy non-profit. Both energizing and deeply meaningful from the moment participants arrived for a light breakfast and conversation, there was …
• Amusing vs. Musing: Choosing the Future We Create
  When you imagine the future, do you see it as amusing or musing? The difference may sound small, but it carries profound implications for how we live—and how society evolves. An amusing future promises lightheartedness, entertainment, and distraction. It is fueled by instant gratification, short-form media, and the pursuit of what makes us laugh or smile in the moment. While joy has an important place, …
• Workshop Recap: Staying Cool, Calm, and Collected—In the Saddle and in Communication
  At a recent Pony Club rally preparation workshop, riders and parents gathered for a one-hour communications session led by Stephanie Threinen, founder of Cool, Comms, Collected. Designed for participants ages 8 to 18 and their families, the workshop focused on helping riders communicate with professionalism, courtesy, and confidence—skills that are essential when interacting with judges during both riding classes and Horse Management inspections. In Pony …
• Author John W. Howell and the Journey of Storytelling
  A highlight of local author John W. Howell, who shared his creative journey as a featured guest a 3Cs storytelling workshop. After a long business career, John reinvented himself as a writer, publishing eight novels. During the workshop, he discussed how storytelling follows the Hero’s Journey—a model that mirrors our own lives and personal growth. His message reminded everyone that storytelling isn’t just about fiction—it’s about finding meaning, connection, and self-understanding in everyday life.