The Details 

DATE: 
Tuesday 5 until Friday 8 May 2026

COST:
Special Launch Offer: $1,980.00 (inc GST)
 $2,280 Members, $2,480 Non-Members

INCLUDES: 
Retreat registration*, return Christchurch transfers, three nights' accommodation, transfers to official events, and hosted breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day. Register here!

Flights to New Zealand are to be arranged by each delegate.

WIAL Retreat 2026 Inclusions

• Three (3) nights accommodation in beautiful, tranquil surroundings

• A facilitated leadership and personal growth program

• Nutritious, locally inspired daily meals

• Return Christchurch transfers

• Time to rest, recharge, and realign yourself with your vision and goals.

What You'll Gain

• Strategic clarity to lead with sharper focus, purpose and impact
• Stronger executive presence and communication to influence and inspire
• Tools to prevent burnout and sustain high performance through busy seasons
• Emotional intelligence and decision-making skills for complex environments
• Brave boundary-setting to protect your time, energy and attention
• Proven culture-building frameworks to lift wellbeing and results

Who Should Attend

• Association CEOs and Executives
• General Managers and Middle Managers
• Heads of Department
• Future Association Leaders
• Anyone preparing to step into a management role and seeking expert advice and skill development

Open to women currently working in an association or not-for-profit organisation.

All education sessions at the Retreat are CAE-eligible. Attendees may earn up to 10 CAE credits for participating in the full program.

Award-winning Wellbeing Specialist | International Speaker | Coach | Consultant

Lauren Parsons is an award-winning Wellbeing Specialist with over 20 years’ experience. She is passionate about equipping and inspiring you to truly boost your health and happiness.

TEDx speaker, author of “real food less fuss”, founder of the Snack on Exercise movement and host of the Thrive TV Show, Lauren is a sought-after international speaker, coach and consultant who integrates her wellness and business background to help leaders find the sweet spot between boosting both wellbeing and productivity.

Described as inspiring and life-changing, Lauren is a dynamic and highly-engaging presenter, and master story-teller who will have you laughing, moving and learning in a memorable way (yes, even online!). You will leave her session feeling uplifted and empowered to create positive change.

Lauren lives in New Zealand with her husband and three children, and can often be found spending time outdoors, hosting dinner parties and playing board games. She travels regularly to speak at conferences or in-house and specialises in helping organisations create a culture where people thrive.