What if the retreat industry had global standards, real support, and a space where leaders didn't have to figure everything out alone?

In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I sit down with Holly Porter, retreat industry visionary and founder of the International Retreats Association, to talk about the future of this rapidly growing space and what it actually takes to build retreats that are both transformational and sustainable.

Holly shares how a deeply personal, spiritual calling led her to create an organization designed to unify, elevate, and bring integrity to the global retreat industry, something that has never existed at this level before.

But we don't stop there.

We also go into the real conversations most retreat leaders avoid:
▪️ The truth about the booming wellness travel industry, and why it's full of ready-to-buy clients
▪️ Why attending other retreats is one of the smartest growth strategies you can make
▪️ The shift from online burnout to in-person experiences, and what that means for your business

This episode is a powerful reminder that you are not just hosting retreats, you are building a business, leading transformation, and shaping an entire industry.

And if you're doing that… you deserve to be supported, connected, and profitable.

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What makes a retreat truly transformational?

In this episode, Leni Cavazos sits down with Agathe Lazaro, designer, retreat space curator, and founder of sacred retreat properties in Provence, France and Pondicherry, India, to explore the deeper layers of retreat creation.

This conversation bridges the worlds of hospitality, neuroscience, sensory intelligence, and retreat leadership, revealing why the most powerful retreats are designed with far more than schedules and workshops.

⬛️ In this episode, you'll discover:

▪️ Why the retreat experience begins long before participants arrive
▪️ How sensory intelligence impacts transformation during retreats
▪️ The connection between beauty, safety, and the nervous system
▪️ Why retreat leaders must act as the "weavers" of the experience
▪️ How subtle details in space, scent, sound, and environment influence the entire journey

As Leni often says, a profitable retreat isn't just about filling the room, it's about creating an experience that people remember, recommend, and return to.

This episode reveals the deeper layer of how that happens.

💬 Connect with today's guest

Agathe Lazaro
🌐 http://www.agathelazaro.com
📱 https://www.instagram.com/agathe.lazaro.harmonies/

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What happens when passion meets structure, and the right niche changes everything?

In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I sit down with Matthew Brandt, founder of Tactical Retreats, retired law enforcement officer, Navy veteran, and retreat leader creating life-changing experiences for veterans and first responders.

Matthew shares his real, behind-the-scenes journey of launching retreats with heart, and learning (sometimes the hard way) how clarity, positioning, and niching down create momentum.

You'll hear how:
▪️ His first retreat barely filled, then a single shift led to 75 women on a waitlist in one week
▪️ Niching within a niche unlocked demand, confidence, and sustainability
▪️ Trauma-informed retreat design is not optional, it's essential
▪️ Listening to your audience can radically transform your business
▪️ A small, boutique retreat model can scale into international retreats and property ownership

Matthew also shares deeply human stories from the retreat space, from women arriving terrified and ready to leave… to sitting around the fire hours later saying, "I don't want to go home."

We talk about leadership, safety, trust, resilience, and why passion alone is not enough, systems are what allow your mission to grow.

This episode is a must-listen for retreat leaders who:
▪️ Feel called to do meaningful work
▪️ Want proof that strategy and heart can coexist
▪️ Are ready to refine their niche and scale responsibly
▪️ Believe retreats should heal, not create more trauma

👀 How to Connect With Today's Guest
▪️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tacticalretreatunplugged/
▪️ Website: http://www.tacticalretreat.org

⬛️ Book: Footsteps of the Soul: A Veteran's Quest for Healing and Purpose Along the Camino de Santiago https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/footsteps-of-the-soul-matthew-g-brandt/1147720207

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Selling your retreat shouldn't feel pushy, awkward, or "icky." In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I'm sharing a powerful segment from the Sold Out & Profitable Retreats Masterclass featuring Christi Kendall on how to sell like a woman — with presence, confidence, connection, and zero pressure.

Inside, you'll learn:
▪️ The 5 feminine sales shifts that make selling feel natural
▪️ Why price is a leadership moment (not something to explain)
▪️ The 3 sales archetypes — Visionary, Magnetic Storyteller, Radiant Authority — and how to sell from your superpower
▪️ How to enroll premium clients without chasing, convincing, or burnout

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Content shouldn't drain you, it should grow your retreat business.

In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I sit down with Louis Swart, founder of Ironbrij, to talk about how retreat leaders and coaches can create content that converts using AI, without burnout or inconsistency.

We break down why most people are overwhelmed by content, how AI can support (not replace) your voice, and why being specific, consistent, and delegated is the real growth advantage, especially if you want to scale retreats like a business.

▪️ Why your audience forgets you if you're not consistently visible
▪️ How AI helps you sound more like yourself, not less
▪️ The difference between generic content and content that attracts buyers
▪️ What to delegate first so you can focus on revenue-driving work
▪️ How to get 6 months of content created in 1 hour

🖤 If content has felt heavy, confusing, or time-consuming, this episode will change how you approach it.

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🗯️ https://vip.ironbrij.com.au/content-launch-kit?am_id=lenicavazos7966

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What if your retreat wasn't just a beautiful experience… but a business asset that prints profit every single year?
In this high-impact solo episode, Leni Cavazos — retreat strategist and founder of The Six-Figure Retreat System — breaks down the exact framework she uses to help coaches, healers, and entrepreneurs transform their retreats into repeatable revenue.

Here's what you'll walk away with:

▪️ The real reason 80% of retreats don't make money
◾️ Why picking your dream venue first might be costing you thousands
⬛️ The difference between hosting a retreat and building a retreat business
✒️ How to price your retreat using a formula (not just "angel numbers" 🙃)
🖤 Why profit is a necessity, not a bonus — and how to plan for it from day one

You'll also learn Leni's 3-part Profit-First System:

1. Design for Profit (before booking a single room)

2. Price for Profit (including your Profit Floor and capacity strategy)

3. Sell for Profit (using leadership, not hype)
   
   

Whether you're dreaming of your first retreat 🪽 or already hosted one that didn't hit the numbers… this episode will change the way you think about retreats forever.

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In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, host Leni Cavazos is joined by Nyrie Roos, co-founder of Explosion Marketing, for a value-packed conversation on two key growth levers for retreat leaders and online entrepreneurs: client-generating webinars and strategic JV partnerships.

With over $20M in revenue supported and experience leading teams of 100+, Nyrie brings proven insights into how to use summits, live events, and high-converting marketing systems to create repeatable success in your business — even if you're not a tech wizard.

Together, Leni and Nyrie unpack:
▪️ Why most retreat businesses need a 12-month client acquisition plan — and how to build one
◾️ The difference between JV partners and affiliates (and why it matters)
⬛️ How to create win-win collaborations without being taken advantage of
✒️ Why warming up your list BEFORE your webinar will make or break your results
◼️ The biggest mistakes solopreneurs make when trying to scale — and how to avoid burnout and wasted budget

Plus, you'll hear how one of Nyrie's retreat clients is filling events months in advance using a simple but powerful system.

If you've ever wondered how to grow your retreat business without chasing clients on Instagram, this is the episode you've been waiting for.

Website: https://explosionmarketing.com.au/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nyrieroosleads/
📞 Book a free clarity call with Nyrie: https://link.explosionmarketing.com.au/widget/bookings/claritycallwithnyrie

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Plan a Profitable Retreat

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Book a free consult → https://theretreatplanner.com/go

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Download the Loyalty Marketing E-book → https://theretreatplanner.com/loyaltyebook

Join the Sold Out & Profitable Intensive → https://theretreatplanner.com/challenge

Attend the Live Workshop → https://theretreatplanner.com/live

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Welcome back to How to Run Profitable Retreats. I'm your host, Leni Cavazos, and today we're diving into something no one's talking about in the retreat world—what kind of retreat are you actually running?

Most people assume retreats have to be yoga, detox, or wellness. But that's just one tiny slice of what's possible. In this episode, we're unpacking:

◾️ The wide variety of retreat types—from finance, trauma, and divorce to transformation, healing, and beyond
◼️ Why being more specific makes your retreat easier to sell
⬛️ The harsh truth: if your offer could be written by ChatGPT, it's too generic
🖤 How to stop being a "retreat dreamer" and become a retreat CEO
💭 Why niching doesn't exclude people—it magnetizes the right ones

Plus, I'll walk you through how I personally stand out from other retreat coaches (hint: I'm not one)—and how you can, too. Because when only 30% of people care what you do, you better be unforgettable to them.

⚪️ Your retreat is a business.
◻️ Your uniqueness is the asset.
⬜️ And your success depends on your willingness to own both.

Ready to stop leaving money on the table?

🕑 Book a call with me: theretreatplanner.com/call
✒️ If you liked this episode, share it & give us a rating to help more leaders run profitable, purposeful retreats.

Plan a Profitable Retreat

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Book a free consult → https://theretreatplanner.com/go

Download the Profit E-book → https://theretreatplanner.com/profitebook

Download the Loyalty Marketing E-book → https://theretreatplanner.com/loyaltyebook

Join the Sold Out & Profitable Intensive → https://theretreatplanner.com/challenge

Attend the Live Workshop → https://theretreatplanner.com/live

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