Executive Leaders Retreat 

Where Leaders get inspired, share, and practice together.

In a world where adaptability, innovation, and collaboration are key, the Executive Leaders Retreat offers a transformative experience for leaders poised to redefine the future. Join us at Zingerman’s Mail Order for a day of inspiration, practical learning, and connection with fellow visionaries. Together, we'll explore essential 21st-century leadership skills—cultivating an environment where top teams thrive through mutual respect, heart, and intellect.

Why Attend?

• Fuel Your Leadership Journey: Draw energy from shared experiences and innovative practices.

• Hands-On Training: Practical exercises to foster a scientific, exploratory mindset in your leadership approach.

• Collaborative Learning: Share insights and strategies with peers dedicated to evolving leadership paradigms.

• Actionable Insights: Equip yourself with tools and techniques immediately applicable within your team to inspire, coach, and lead effectively.

Ready to Lead into the Future? Embrace the call to leadership that meets the moment—guiding with vision, fostering diversity, and nurturing a culture of motivated, autonomous teams. It’s time for optimism and a leadership style that champions exploration, learning from failure, and shared success.

What to expect:

Immerse yourself in the unique culture of Zingerman's Mailorder while engaging with other industry leaders. This retreat offers a rare opportunity to explore innovative leadership practices within an environment renowned for its commitment to community, quality, and service excellence. Join us for an inspiring day of growth and collaboration.

• Coaching as a Core Competency: Explore the fine line between inspiring coaching and demotivating micromanagement, and how regular practice in a Leadership Dojo can elevate your coaching skills.

• Evolving the Learning Organization: Lead with adaptability and creativity, cultivate a scientific mindset for success, master empowering coaching, and motivate with heart and intellect.

• Embrace Toyota Kata: Discover practice routines that empower your team, enhancing adaptiveness, innovation, and scientific thinking to meet challenges effectively.

• Foster Scientific Thinking: Learn not just to solve problems but to develop a proactive mindset that enhances problem-solving capabilities through "Starter Kata" routines.

• Interactive Case Studies: Participate in a session dedicated to working on real leadership challenges, with ample time for discussion and development of action plans.