A Special Edition: A Fireside Chat about The Retreat Industry Forum with Alison, Erin & Shannon

In this special fireside chat, Shannon Jamail, Alison, and Erin pull back the curtain on the evolving energy of the Retreat Industry Forum — and why this year's attendee profile looks different than ever before. What started as a vision to elevate the retreat industry is quickly becoming a high-level gathering of experienced retreat leaders, business owners, venue operators, and industry professionals ready to scale smarter and connect strategically. The trio discusses: The shift toward seasoned retreat professionals attending Why the Forum is not a beginner workshop — it's a growth accelerator The power of investing in events (and the real ROI that follows) High-caliber speakers with proven track records The importance of treating retreats like a business Technology, AI, and SEO shaping the future of the industry The synergy and collaboration behind the Forum itself Early planning conversations for 2027 If you're serious about growing your retreat business and surrounding yourself with leaders who are playing at a higher level - this episode will show you why the Retreat Industry Forum is different. Key Takeaways The Retreat Industry Forum is attracting experienced, growth-focused retreat leaders. High-level networking creates exponential business returns. Investing in events often yields significantly higher ROI than expected. Professional standards matter — retreats must operate like businesses. AI, SEO, and technology are shaping the next phase of retreat visibility. Collaboration and in-person relationships accelerate opportunity. The Forum is about elevation — not entry-level learning. The Retreat Leaders Podcast Resources and Links: Learn to Host Retreats Join our private Facebook Group Get our FREE Top 5 Marketing Tools Get your legal docs for retreats Join Shannon in Denver at the Retreat Industry Forum Join our LinkedIn Group Apply to be a guest on our show Get Shannon's newest book : Retreat Business Marketing Thanks for tuning into the Retreat Leaders Podcast. Remember to

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A Special Edition: A Fireside Chat about The Retreat Industry Forum with Alison, Erin & Shannon is an episode from Happy Hour Podcast with Dee and Shannon by Shannon Jamail.

This episode is 36:21 long.

This episode was published on Feb 18, 2026.

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