Executive Retreats

At Authentic Leadership Advisors, we offer immersive and transformative executive retreats designed to elevate leadership through the principles of Authentic Intelligence™ (AQ). Our retreats provide a unique blend of cognitive intelligence, emotional intelligence, and intuitive inspiration, fostering both individual and collective growth.

HerAQ: Authentic Intelligence™ Retreat for Female Executives

Overview:
HerAQ is an exclusive retreat crafted for female executives seeking to elevate their leadership through the development of Authentic Intelligence™ (AQ). This immersive experience focuses on harmonizing cognitive intelligence, emotional mastery, and intuitive insight in an empowering and serene environment.

Location:
Nestled in the tranquil mountains of Blowing Rock, NC, at the luxurious Westglow Resort and Spa, this retreat offers the ideal setting for deep reflection, personal growth, and meaningful connection.

Duration:
4 days / 3 nights

Highlights:

  • Workshops and Seminars: Engage in interactive sessions led by Kathleen O’Grady, focusing on essential topics for senior female leaders, including self-awareness, executive presence, communication, and strategic leadership.
  • Personal Coaching: Benefit from one-on-one coaching sessions with Kathleen, tailored to your unique leadership challenges and goals.
  • Mindfulness and Wellness: Start your days with optional yoga and meditation, complemented by luxurious spa treatments and wellness activities to cultivate balance and inner peace.
  • Networking Opportunities: Participate in facilitated discussions and networking events designed to foster meaningful connections with other high-achieving and mission-driven women.
  • Cultural Excursions: Experience the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains with guided nature walks, and gourmet local meals.

Outcomes:
Participants will leave HerAQ with a deeper understanding of their leadership potential, and actionable strategies to implement in their professional and personal lives. Whether you seek to master difficult conversations, lead with composure during crises, or break down communication silos, this retreat provides the tools and support you need to ascend to the next level of executive leadership.

CollectiveAQ: Executive Retreat for Authentic Leadership

Overview:
CollectiveAQ is a dynamic and transformative retreat designed for executive teams seeking to enhance their collective Authentic Intelligence™ (AQ). This retreat provides a collaborative space for executive teams to strengthen bonds, enhance strategic thinking, and cultivate a unified vision.

Location:
A serene and luxurious retreat center nestled in the mountains, providing an inspiring and tranquil setting for intensive team-building and strategic planning.

Duration:
4 days / 3 nights

Highlights:

  • One-on-One Executive Coaching: Personalized coaching sessions with Kathleen O’Grady and her team, tailored to individual executive needs and goals.
  • Group Coaching: Collaborative coaching sessions to address team dynamics, strategic alignment, and collective leadership challenges.
  • Emotional Intelligence Training: Group activities designed to enhance empathy, emotional regulation, and collaborative problem-solving.
  • Intuitive Leadership Development: Exercises and discussions to tap into intuitive insights, fostering innovative thinking and adaptive leadership.
  • Recreational Activities: Team challenges, nature hikes, and leisure time to strengthen interpersonal relationships and recharge.

Outcomes:
Executive teams will return from CollectiveAQ with a unified strategic vision, stronger interpersonal connections, and a deeper collective understanding of Authentic Intelligence. The retreat will equip teams with the tools and insights needed to drive organizational success and foster a collaborative, resilient culture.