New Narrative Retreat
Step out of the noise and into your next chapter
For entrepreneurs building intentional and human-centered businesses.
Tuesday, April 13th to Friday, April 16th, 2027
Point Reyes, CA
Part business mastermind,
part personal reset.
This is the intentional space you’ve been looking for to slow down, strategize, and connect the missing pieces so that you can think bigger and plan better.
Focused Support
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Grounded Insights
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Intentional Business Building
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Transformative Breakthroughs
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Focused Support 〰️ Grounded Insights 〰️ Intentional Business Building 〰️ Transformative Breakthroughs 〰️
This is for you if…
You’re an established founder or solo business owner who’s deciding what’s next and want strategy, structure and community to help guide you.
You’ve built something that works, but you want to make sure it still works for you. (Meaning it’s financially and creatively sustainable.)
You believe having an intimate community is strategic. That trust and honest conversations move business forward and value depth over speed.
You’re most alive when you’re around thoughtful, ambitious entrepreneurs who talk about growth, meaning, and money in the same breath.
You want to leave with a plan with clear next steps for your business, new partners, and the energy to act on them.
What participants say…
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I left three clicks deeper inside myself.
"I arrived feeling like I was working blind a lot of the time. I left three clicks deeper inside myself, where confidence and clarity live.
That shift happened because Kari and Renee are a rare combination: Kari holds the structured container with precision and is a whiz with strategic business advice. Renee creates psychological safety and builds community in a way that makes honesty feel easy.
Most retreats offer one or the other. Together they've built something rare that I'll keep returning for."
- Carolyn Warsham, ACC, Leadership Coach -
I came in with a plan, but I left with an even better one that I never expected.
"These hosts know what they're doing - the thoughtful retreat balances business know-how with the whole-hearted human inside that business.
Combine that with other like-minded solopreneurs, a gorgeous location, and you've got the perfect setup to see your business in bright new ways.
I came in with a plan, but I left with an even better one that I never expected."
- Patti Chan, Product Executive Coach -
The perfect space to work on my business, not just run it.
“I've been to the New Narratives Retreat twice and I hope to keep coming back because, for me, it's the perfect space to work on my business, not just run it.
A big part of this is being surrounded by like-minded people who have no preconceptions about what you do and who generously share their perspective to help you reach your goals.
Kari and Renee make it possible. They're wonderful hosts and have created a really nice balance between big picture thinking and walking away with concrete next steps.
— Maria Jose Rodriguez, Brand Strategist at The Copywise -
I charted my next steps.
“Spending four days with 12 people in various stages of building their solo business helped me chart out next steps in things like what I offer, how I sell it, and how I price it.
It also helped me refocus on what it is I really like to do for clients versus what drains me and what parts of my business I should outsource because they drag me down.
Probably the biggest benefit was gaining a new source of support, wisdom, and camaraderie in this one specific area of my life.”
— Lee Densmer, Founder, Globia -
I cried tears of gratitude.
“When I signed up, I expected fresh insights on running my business. By day three, it was clear I had gained something bigger and more impactful… a tribe of women firmly in my corner.
Yes, I left with plenty of practical tools and tips. But more importantly, I felt deeply understood in a way only others in the trenches can offer.”
— Ann Marie Jasinowski, Brand Strategist at Hue & Echo -
One of the best things I’ve ever done for my inner and outer growth.
“I went into New Narratives as the lone wolf I've always been. As an HSP introvert who likes to quietly observe and requires deep pockets of solitude to feel grounded, the thing that surprised me most was how much clarity I found as I inched out of my shell and connected in ways I thought were beyond me.
+ Being present and vulnerable among smart, supportive strangers who quickly felt like lifelong friends.
+ Exploring my inner world with practices that illuminated buried stories that need pruning.
+ Experiencing the excitement and generosity of shared wisdom, insights, skills, and perspectives.
The workshop content was incredible and gave me a great deal to take fresh action on in my business, but the connections I made (with others and within myself) are EVERYTHING.
I walked away feeling attuned, supported, and 500% clearer about my business trajectory, brand message, and the value of my work.
Participating in New Narratives is one of the best things I’ve ever done for my inner and outer growth. I left with new excitement, new clarity, and a new sense of what's possible for my business and for how I show up in the world. A New Narrative, indeed!”
— Deana Ward, Simple & Soulful Creative
★★★★★
Average Participant Rating
Rated 4.9 out of 5 by past participants
across our workshops, retreats, and programs.
Secure Your Spot!
What's included:
✶ 4 Days / 3 Nights at The Lodge at Marconi, Point Reyes
A modern coastal retreat tucked into the hills above Tomales Bay. Think mid-century cabins, misty mornings, ocean air, and endless trails. It’s the perfect backdrop for deep thinking and calm connection.
✶ Curated Circle of Established Solo Business Owners
A thoughtfully selected group of experienced, values-driven entrepreneurs ready to reflect, refine, and grow alongside one another. Expect rich conversation and collaboration that extends long after the retreat.
✶ Guided Strategy & Story Workshops
Expert-led story and strategy workshops that’ll help you clarify what’s next in your business, refine your story, and design a plan rooted in clarity and intention.
✶ Business Magnifiers
Dedicated time for each participant to get in the hot seat to share their most pressing challenge or opportunity, and receive targeted, practical input from both facilitators and peers.
✶ Daily Grounding & Reflection Practices
Gentle movement and guided writing sessions to help you regulate your nervous system and reconnect with your creativity.
✶ Chef-Prepared Meals, Comfortable Accommodations & Guided Outings
Locally inspired, nourishing meals enjoyed together around the table. Private and shared rooms are available, each designed with simplicity, comfort, and rest in mind. We’ll also explore everything that this slice of California has to offer.
You'll come home with...
An actionable growth plan for your business.
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A tight network of peers who get you and continue to be partners after the retreat.
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An alumni group to keep you accountable.
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Energy and conviction to take on a new narrative.
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Resources and recommendations to help you flourish and grow.
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Ready to join us?
We only have 15 spots.
The workshops (more to come)
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Better Decision Making
Discover a simple, evidence-based way to make aligned decisions so you can stop second-guessing every move and start growing with confidence.
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Strategic Systems for Growth
Learn the tools and workflows to streamline your operations and free up your time so you can prioritize the activities that drive business forward. This year, we’re focused on using aligned AI.
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Your Strategic Story
Becoming a better storyteller changes everything. Discover how to understand and claim your personal narrative so your message cuts through the noise and resonates with the people who need it most. (Yourself included.)
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Business Magnifiers
Put your business under the group’s magnifying glass to get CUSTOMIZED advice specific to you. Gain collaborative ideas, solutions, and new opportunities.
Meet your people. Work on your business. Build real community.
The Schedule
The Venue
Just an hour north of San Francisco, the Lodge at Marconi sits on 62 acres of rolling hills overlooking Tomales Bay, a place where time seems to slow down and nature hums quietly in the background.
Once a radio receiving station built by Guglielmo Marconi in 1914, the property has long been a place of transmission—of messages, meaning, and connection. Today, it's been reimagined as a modern sanctuary surrounded by redwoods, coastal trails, and the stillness of the West Marin coastline.
Here, amid open skies and salt air, you'll find plenty of room to breathe again. We choose it as the place to reconnect to your own rhythm and rediscover what you want the next chapter of your business to feel like.
Choose your ticket type
You already know investing in strategy and community fuels growth. Now it's about choosing the space where your new narrative gets created.
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Solo Room - King
$3,650
King Bed
Your own, private space
(8 available)
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Shared Room - Queen
$3,150
Queen bed in shared room
More time for connection
(4 available)
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Shared Room - Twin
$2,950
Twin bed in shared room
Connection and coziness
(2 available)
More reasons to come:
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I got a concrete plan to transform my business.
“Before coming to the retreat, I felt stuck and confused about where to take my business. It wasn't lighting me up like when it used to, and I wasn't growing as much or taking on new challenges. In my day to day, I didn't have the headspace or time to change that. The retreat made space for bigger picture thinking and working ON the business, not IN it. After the retreat, I felt re-inspired and came out of it with a plan and concrete ways to transform my business so it was something that excited me again.”
— Angela Myers, Freelance Writer & Content Strategist at Angela Myers Creative
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Andie Huber, Website Strategist
“I have so much clarity on my next steps. I have a business community that I am already leaning on. And I have a rejuvenated "spark" about my business.
But mostly...I have so many great memories with people who went from strangers to friends in just 3 days.”
— Andie Huber, Website Strategist
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I left the retreat with renewed clarity.
“The New Narratives retreat far exceeded my expectations. I was looking for space and insight as I consider what's next for my business. And I got that, and then some.
Buoyed by a small group of other smart, engaged business owners, I left the retreat with renewed clarity (and even some new friends, a totally unexpected bonus).”
— Alexis Haselberger, Productivity Coach
Ready to invest in what matters most?
Meet your hosts
We've done this before
Renee and Kari have been friends for nearly two decades. We're two entrepreneurs who built our businesses side by side, swapping ideas, voice notes, and sanity checks along the way.
Over countless talks and working sessions, one theme kept surfacing:
Building a business that feels good requires both the inner work and the outer structure. You need the story that keeps you connected to your purpose, and the strategy that gives it shape.
Renee helps founders and creators uncover and share the stories that build connection and trust.
Kari helps business owners design clear, profitable strategies grounded in their values.
Together, we bring both sides of the equation—storytelling and strategy—to help you realign and refocus from a place that feels true.
The New Narratives Retreat was born from that belief: that clarity comes from slowing down, grounding yourself, and reconnecting with what you actually want to build and why.
Ready to Get
Focused & Grow?
We only have 15 spots.
FAQs
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The name represents rewriting the stories we tell about ourselves and our businesses. It's about finding clarity, making intentional choices, and building something that truly aligns with who you are.
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Our retreat includes all activities, meals, business workshops, and your accommodation. We do not cover airfare and transportation.
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Absolutely! Friends make everything better. In fact, if you travel with a friend, we’ll extend a discount to you both. Simply reach out to us at renee@agoodreputation.online and we’ll honor the discount. Coming solo is great, too. You’ll leave with friends.
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No. This event is all about you—not about us. We want to provide you with as much value as possible, so we promise not to sell you on anything.
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Cancellations 90 days before the event will be honored in full. You will receive a 50% refund if you cancel 60 days before the event. If you decide to cancel less than 60 days before the event, you will not receive a refund but you can transfer your spot to someone else.