A retreat-style conference is an event that combines the elements of a traditional conference with the immersive and relaxed environment of a retreat.

The primary goal of this retreat-style conference is to provide a unique and rejuvenating experience for attendees, fostering a sense of community, collaboration, and learning in a more informal and comfortable environment. We specifically chose an urban setting to show that wellbeing is achieved internally. Practicing calm and revitalization regardless of where you are, allows you to integrate it into all aspects of your life.

You. If you’ve gotten this far into the website, we’ve piqued your curiosity.

Elevating Humanity Through Leadership is a call to action for visionaries and pioneers, the curious minds and brave souls like you who are ready to explore the transformative power of leadership and harness it for a greater cause.

Monday, September 9, 2024

• Early registration 4:00-6:00pm CT

• Opening storytelling experience 6:00-8:00pm CT

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

• Registration 8:00-8:30am CT

• Day ends at 5:00pm CT

• VIP Dinner 6:00-8:00pm CT, Community Table-talks TBD

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

• Day begins at 9:00am CT

• Day ends at 3:00pm CT

• Wrap Party 4:00-6:00pm CT

* Optional wellness experiences may begin earlier on the 10th and 11th.

Early registration will be available at the venue on Monday 4:00-6:00pm CT.

On Tuesday morning, registration will be open between 8:00-8:30am CT at the venue.

Please bring your ticket with you.

The Trade Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection, 420 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee 53203
Second Floor Ballroom

Located in the Deer District in the heart of Milwaukee.

Why Milwaukee? Milwaukee is a small, easily accessible city that boasts community, innovation, diversity, and growth. With restaurants, hotels, theaters, museums, a beautiful lakefront, and the Historic Third Ward, Milwaukee has a lot to offer attendees.

Valet Parking is offered at the venue.

Closest Parking Structure: 5th Street Parking Structure - 1215 N. 5th Street, Milwaukee. This structure can only be accessed from McKinley Avenue.

The venue offers rooms. Pricing is available on their website.

The Trade, Marriott Autograph Collection - 420 W Juneau, Milwaukee, WI

Local hotels nearby:

Aloft - 1230 N Old World 3rd St, Milwaukee, WI
0.2 miles from venue

Hyatt Place - 800 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI
0.2 miles from venue

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel 139 E Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI
0.4 miles from venue

Brewhouse Inn and Suites - 1215 N 10th St, Milwaukee WI
0.4 miles from venue

All tickets include continental breakfast and box lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday. There will be adequate breaks to find your own accommodation if needed.

VIP level attendees will attend dinner with speakers on the first day, and VIP lunch on the second day.

Appetizers will be available at the Wrap Party.

Your ticket and an open mind. Pen and notepad if you would like to take notes.

Prohibited: Flash photography, laser pointers, video recording, signs, weapons, drugs and alcohol, products to sell without express written permission from event organizers.

Full ticket details located on the Buy Tickets page.

VIP Ticket Benefits:

• All General Ticket Benefits

Plus:

• Priority seating

• Special Breakout Session with George Bandarian, II, AI Expert

• VIP Dinner (Tuesday) with event hosts, VIP guests, and select speakers

• VIP Lunch (Wednesday) with event hosts, VIP guests, and select speakers

• Swag bag

• Opportunity to provide attendees with one free copy of your published book

• Priority access to event recording

• Wrap party

No, but tickets are transferrable. Please reach out here and let us know that you would like to transfer your ticket to a different attendee.