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Rural AF Retreat

(AF = All Fired-Up)

Did the title catch you off guard?  

Good, that's kinda the point! ​

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This retreat was built for YOU.

This isn't a government-led retreat. No placating the masses. It's a no-nonsense, skill-building event. 

 

In just three days, we’ll give you the skills that other conferences forget—the real, practical, no-BS tools you need to work smarter, lead stronger, and get. stuff. DONE.

 

Designed for rural leaders like downtown directors, town managers, and tourism pros, this is hard-hitting, in-your-face, no-excuses training that will shift your mindset, boost your confidence, and get you All Fired-Up (AF) to make an immediate impact.

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Leniece Lane

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Retreat Program Overview

Each retreat will cover a number of topics and areas of frustration for community leaders. Practical skills combined with powerful tools result in actionable plans to help you make an immediate impact.

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Just a few of the topics we will cover:

  • Time Management

  • Effective Communication

  • How to Build a Workplan That Makes Sense

  • Crafting Your Brand Story

  • Social Media Made Easy

  • Overcoming Objections Workshop and Roleplay

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You will leave this retreat with plans that are ready to be implemented and a confidence to make it happen!

Registration and Hosting

Dates for 2025 have not been released yet, but you can join the waitlist and be the first to know once dates are confirmed. These retreats get up close and personal and are limited to 35 people per retreat. Registration is first come, first serve, so join the waitlist now. ​

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Want to host a retreat? Fill out our hosting form Below.

Benefits of hosting include:

  • 2 free tickets for you, your staff, or board members

  • Exposure to your community/business

  • Speaking opportunities to promote your community/business

  • Opportunity to provide swag and marketing materials to attendees

  • Social shout outs and event co-hosting

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2025 Locations, Dates, and Pricing

We will be holding 3 workshops in 2025. Dates have not been confirmed yet, but we do have the locations set. Next year we hope to double the number of retreats, so if you are interested in hosting, make sure to fill out the hosting interest form below.

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Locations for 2025. Join the waitlist below and we will update you on dates and pricing.

  • Rutherfordton, NC

  • Lexington, NC

  • Washington, NC​

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