Plexus Institute: A Legacy of Complexity and Innovation
For over two decades, Plexus Institute served as a catalyst for applying complexity science to real-world challenges. Founded on the dedication and energy of individuals and organizations who believed in the power of collaborative inquiry, Plexus cultivated a dynamic ecosystem of cross-disciplinary professionals—researchers, practitioners, leaders, and changemakers—exploring how complexity thinking could transform organizations, communities, and systems.
Unlike traditional institutions, Plexus thrived on flexibility, experimentation, and open inquiry. By integrating insights from science, philosophy, leadership, healthcare, education, art, and social systems, the Institute championed boundary-spanning innovation and validated knowledge without rigid constraints. From its early exploration of Positive Deviance to pioneering work in complexity-informed leadership and systemic change, Plexus became a hub for new ways of thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration.
Complexity Never Stops—And Neither Should We
The Plexus Institute LinkedIn Group continues as a community-driven space where the Plexus spirit lives on, because the work of navigating complexity never stops. Join us to connect with those who have engaged with Plexus over the years and who continue to explore complexity science, adaptive leadership, emergent change, and systemic transformation.
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Though the formal structure of Plexus Institute is closing, its mission endures. The transformative impact of complexity thinking lives on through the work of those it inspired—and through the extensive body of knowledge developed over the years. The Plexus Archives document this rich history and remain a resource to inform, support, and energize ongoing efforts in complexity-based practice. We are actively seeking organization(s) or institution(s) interested in maintaining the Plexus Archives for free public access. If you or your organization may be interested in a partnership, please contact Denise Easton.
An Enduring Mission
“Fostering the health of organizations, communities, individuals and our natural environment by helping people recognize, understand and use concepts emerging from the science of complexity.”