How To Run Profitable Retreats

🚀 What does it take to create unforgettable, profitable retreats? In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I sit down with Samara Beth, a seasoned event producer with 30+ years of experience, to discuss how to elevate your brand and retreat business through powerful event experiences.

💡 Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

• ✨ The W.I.N. Method – Willpower to push through, Innovation to think creatively, and Networki...

📢 Did you know that 70% of retreats don’t make a profit? In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I dive deep into what it really takes to fill retreats, create loyal customers, and build a profitable retreat business in 2025.

💡 Key insights from this episode:

• 🔹 The Marketing Shift: It now takes 36-52 touchpoints across multiple channels for someone to buy—compared to just 7 in the past! Learn how to build trust...

In this power-packed episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I sit down with Erica Hill to break down the numbers that drive success and the strategies that transform passion into a thriving business. 📊💼

Together, we explore:

• Tracking Key Business Metrics: Learn why monitoring cost of customer acquisition, revenue, expenses, and profitability is essential for making smart decisions on pricing, marketing, and scaling you...

In this transformative episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I sit down with James Yates to explore the evolving landscape of the retreat industry. James dives into how the industry has shifted from simply booking venues to creating structured, outcome-driven retreat programs—and why it's time to approach retreats as a full-fledged business. 🚀

Together, we discuss:

• Defining Outcomes & Delivering Value: How to desig...

Want to make your webinars more engaging and impactful? 🚀 In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I sit down with Jeff Brandeis to explore the secrets of keeping your audience hooked from start to finish. Whether you're hosting webinars, virtual events, or online trainings, these strategies will help you captivate, influence, and convert with confidence!

💡 Here’s what we cover:

- 🎤 How to Hook Your Audience –...

Struggling to sell out your retreats? 😩 You're not alone! Did you know that 70% of Retreats are not profitable?🤯 But in this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I share the secrets to Create, Market, and Sell-Out Your Dream Retreats! 🎉

Here's what you'll learn:

• 🎯 Identify your ideal client and niche to stand out in the crowd

• 🧲 Craft effective marketing & sales strategies to attract clients

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In this inspiring episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, Leni sits down with Amy Vaughan, owner of Together Digital, to uncover the transformative power of networking and how it can drive personal and professional growth.

What you’ll discover in this episode:

• The True Power of Networking: Amy shares her journey of how authentic connections paved the way for her to lead Together Digital, and why networking is about relatio...

In this enlightening episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, Leni Cavazos sits down with Jalisa Hardy—a single mom, human design expert, and author—who empowers women to live with purpose, pleasure, and peace through her Freedom and Calm frameworks.

✨ Discover the Power of Human Design for Self-Care. Jalisa shares how self-care is about more than just physical well-being. Together, she and Leni explore the mental, emotional, ene...

On today’s episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, Leni Cavazos and guest Fabrice Desmarescaux dive deep into the world of corporate retreats and conscious leadership. Fabrice, a seasoned business executive and coach based in Asia, joins Leni to share his approach to creating retreats that foster true transformation within the corporate context.

Here’s what you can expect from this episode:

• 🌱 Beyond a One-Off Experience: ...

In this powerful episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, Leni Cavazos sits down with Dr. Nikia Smith, who turned her burnout as a physician into a thriving retreat business focused on wellness, community, and true rejuvenation. Nikia shares how a solo retreat for self-care became the catalyst for creating safe, intentional spaces for others to recharge and connect.

Here’s what we dive into:

• 🌸 The Value of Intentional Spa...

In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, Leni Cavazos welcomes Dawn DelVecchio, a mentor in sacred feminine leadership and transformational retreats.

Together, Leni and Dawn dive deep into the magic of in-person gatherings, the unique energy created in a physical space, and the importance of supporting participants in integrating these experiences back into their daily lives.

Discover strategies to weave pre-retreat gath...

In this power-packed episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, we explore the essential strategies for turning your retreat ideas into profitable ventures. Whether you're a seasoned retreat host or just starting out, this episode is filled with practical tips to ensure your events not only inspire but also generate revenue!

We cover:

• Key elements that make retreats profitable from start to finish 💡

• How to price your retre...

In this essential episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, we dive into the 2024 playbook for using paid social ads to grow your retreat business. Joining us is social ads expert Louise McDonnell, who shares her best tips on using strategic paid advertising to reach your audience and convert them into retreat signups.

We cover:

• Why paid social ads are more critical than ever (and why organic reach won’t cut it)

• Proven ad ...

In this insightful episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, we dive into the world of loyalty marketing and reveal how building strong, lasting relationships can be the secret to a profitable retreat business. Learn why creating loyal clients who return to your retreats again and again is more than just a revenue boost—it's a powerful business strategy!

We discuss:

• Proven techniques for nurturing client loyalty so they come...

In this episode, I sit down with Lauren Dickinson, founder of Orion Retreats, to discuss the evolving world of conscious travel and how retreats can truly transform lives when thoughtfully designed. 🌍✨ We explore:

• Creating Retreats with Integration and Balance 🌱: Why leaving space in the schedule can make a retreat experience even more impactful—and how the real "magic" often happens in those quiet, unplanned moments.

• Pro...

In this episode, we sit down with Ralph Velasco, seasoned travel expert and founder of Continental DRIFTER® Experiences, to explore how mindfulness and intentionality can transform the way we travel. 🌍

Here’s what we cover:

• The power of being present while traveling and how mindfulness can enhance your journey 🌿

• The benefits of small group tours for authentic experiences and connections with local culture 🏡

• Balancing...

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of corporate retreats and leadership development with Frank Ciccia, founder of Illuminare Group and clinical adjunct professor at the University at Buffalo's MBA program. Frank shares his 16+ years of experience helping over 145 organizations transform their leadership and team dynamics through powerful retreats and ongoing development programs.

Key Takeaways:

• Move your leaders fr...

Unfold your mats and open your minds for this enlightening episode of "How to Run Profitable Retreats," where your host Leni Cavazos is joined by yoga guru Danella Draper. Titled "Empowering through Yoga" this episode dives deep into the transformative power of yoga, exploring how it can serve as an anchor in your life, and the profound effects of focused breathing. 🧘 Danella Draper, a renowned yoga instructor...

🌍 In this thought-provoking episode of "How to Run Profitable Retreats," titled "Saving Humanity" join your host Leni Cavazos and distinguished guest Daisy Papp as they explore the profound themes of human values, trauma, and personal responsibility. This discussion delves into the importance of staying true to oneself, despite external pressures, and the power of self-tuning and resonance in healing and person...