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2026 Human Resources Retreat: Bold Moves, Big Vision

Sunday, January 11, 2026 to Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Welcome to ThinqShift x MISBO: The Fabulous Leader Retreat

January 2026 | A 3.5-Day Transformational Experience for Independent School HR Leaders

The World Needs Fabulous Leaders

The pace of change is accelerating. AI is transforming work. Even deep expertise isn’t enough anymore. The leaders of tomorrow are the ones who can adapt, lead with purpose, and reinvent themselves—and their organizations.

ThinqShift exists to grow those leaders.

What Is ThinqShift?

We help fabulous people do the hard stuff—creating focus, and then shifting mindsets, behaviors, and cultures across individuals, teams, and organizations. We specialize in accelerating your top 10%—because identifying your best people isn’t enough. You have to invest in them.

We’re the only performance acceleration service designed for Directors and below—and now, we’re partnering with MISBO to bring this work to you.

About the Retreat

Join us for an immersive retreat designed specifically for independent school HR leaders. Step away from the day-to-day to reflect, reset, and rewire your leadership for the future of work.

This is more than traditional HR training. You’ll explore whole-brain leadership models like Thinq360 and the Fabulous Leadership Framework, while engaging with critical megatrends like AI, the VUCA world, and rapidly shifting workforce expectations.

Why Attend?

  • Gain a proactive approach to student and school safety
  • Learn from past mistakes and avoid costly litigation
  • Discover how to collaborate more effectively with your school’s leadership team
  • Connect with top-performing peers who are also ready to do the hard work
  • Return with a renewed sense of purpose, confidence, and clarity

This Is Your Moment

The future belongs to those with purpose, curiosity, and personal power. This retreat is your space to grow—not just in skill, but in identity and impact.

REGISTER NOW


CPE CREDIT

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MISBO is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.


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Event Policies

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Credits Price
Early - Members
Log in to get member pricing!  Registration Ends 10/31/25 at 11:59 PM EST
$1,295.00
Regular - Members
Registration Opens 11/1/25 at 12:00 AM EST
$1,795.00
Credits Price
Early Non-Members
Registration Ends 10/31/25 at 11:59 PM EST
$1,995.00
Regular Non-Members
Registration Opens 11/1/25 at 12:00 AM EST
$2,495.00

Join us at the historic Ponte Vedra Inn & Club for a retreat designed to recharge your spirit and reignite your purpose—where bold moves and big visions come to life. Set against the backdrop of Florida’s breathtaking Atlantic coastline, this AAA Five-Diamond resort offers an inspiring blend of luxury, legacy, and innovation—the perfect atmosphere to reflect, connect, and lead with intention.

As you settle into your ocean view room, complete with plush comforts and serene surroundings, you’ll find space not just to relax, but to envision what’s next. Between sessions, take time to unwind on the beach, challenge yourself on championship golf courses or tennis courts, or restore balance at the award-winning spa. With a variety of dining options and world-class amenities, the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club invites you to bring your whole self—mind, body, and bold ideas.

This is more than a retreat—it’s a launching pad. Come ready to think big, move boldly, and shape the future of HR leadership together. We can’t wait to welcome you.

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club

200 Ponte Vedra Inn & Club
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Book your room here

Discounted Rate:  $369 per night

Cutoff date: December 11, 2025

Check in:  4:00 pm

Check out:  11:00 am

Cancellation policy: 7 days prior to arrival

Agenda

January 11
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Registration Arrival & Registration - Check in, get settled, and enjoy the serene setting.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Welcome & Opening Reception Guided reflection, introductions, and retreat overview.
6:30 PM Dinner
January 12
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Morning Leadership Session Dive into whole-brain leadership frameworks, personal leadership style, and school needs
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Reflection, Peer Meetings & Personal Time Choose guided journaling, peer coaching, or quiet reflection.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Afternoon Learning Lab Explore AI, VUCA world, and workforce megatrends.
6:30 PM Dinner
January 13
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Interactive Strategy Session Apply learning to real scenarios and build a leadership playbook.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Personal & Peer Time Walk the beach, enjoy the spa, or join breakout discussions
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Collaborative Learning Session Case studies and HR/Finance cross-role dialogues.
6:30 PM Celebration Dinner
January 14
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Final Integration Session Synthesize learning and commit to action plans.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Closing Lunch & Departures

For More Information:

Damian Kavanagh
Damian Kavanagh
Ed.D., CAE President & CEO MISBO (404)921-3811