2022 CEO Leadership Retreat

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Join the Arizona Technology Council and Arizona Commerce Authority for the 15th annual CEO Leadership Retreat on August 1-2 in the magical red rocks of Sedona, AZ.

It’s the time of year to escape the heat, reflect on the year’s progress and reset your intentions for the remainder of 2022. Whether you’re a CEO, C-suite leader, president, business leader or entrepreneur, this two-day retreat will give you the opportunity to meet other Arizona leaders, learn from their experiences and find the inspiration to prepare your organization for future success.

 

EVENT AGENDA (subject to change)

MONDAY, AUGUST 1st 

 

OPTION #1: GOLF

10:00 AM

Shotgun start for CEO Golf Tournament at Sedona Golf Resort

2:30 PM

Golf Awards Luncheon

3:00 PM

Check-in at the Poco Diablo Resort
Attendees can take advantage of Group Room Rate and check into the Poco Diablo Resort.

5:00 PM –
7:00 PM

Dinner on own
Meet in Poco Diablo Resort lobby to break out into groups for a self-organized dinner. Click here for list of dinner suggestions. Please call the Conciergo at (928) 282-7333 for assistance with making reservations in advance. 

7:30 PM

Dessert Welcome Reception and Star Gazing
Enjoy an array of desserts, drinks and a private star gazing experience on the Sunset Terrace at Poco Diablo Resort.

 

 

 

OPTION #2: WINE TOUR (SOLD OUT)

11:00 AM –

3:00 PM

Departs from Poco Diablo Resort
Sponsored by PADT, you’ll get to experience a guided tour of Arizona wineries and enjoy wine tastings and a light luncheon. You’ll visit Alcantara Vineyard, Javelina Leap Vineyard and Oak Creek Vineyard and learn about the history of Arizona wine from expert guide, Jim Reich of Wine Tours of Sedona.

3:00 PM

Check-in at the Poco Diablo Resort
Attendees can take advantage of Group Room Rate and check into the Poco Diablo Resort.

5:00 PM –
7:00 PM

Dinner on own
Meet in Poco Diablo Resort lobby to break out into groups for a self-organized dinner. Click here for list of dinner suggestions. Please call the Conciergo at (928) 282-7333 for assistance with making reservations in advance. 

7:30 PM

Dessert Welcome Reception and Star Gazing
Enjoy an array of desserts, drinks and a private star gazing experience on the Sunset Terrace at Poco Diablo Resort.

 

 

TUESDAY, AUGUST 2nd

CEO Retreat at the Poco Diablo Resort

8:00 AM

Breakfast/Networking/Registration

9:00 AM

Opening Remarks + Sponsor Remarks

9:30 AM

Opening Speaker | The Science of Leadership
Rachel Llanes, Founder & Lead Gardiner, The Gardin Consulting Group

10:45 AM

Tech Marketing
Renee Yeager, Founder, CEO, Mark Yeager, President, Yeager Marketing

11:30 PM

Infrastructure and Operations: Adapting to Change in the Way Work is Done and How Enterprises, Data, and People are Connected
Robert Interdonato, General Manager, Lumen

12:00 PM

Lunch Break

12:30 PM

Keynote Presentation | Built from Scratch: The Journey of a Two-Time AZ Founder
Rebecca Clyde, Co-Founder & CEO, Botco.ai

1:00 PM

Why Making Every Employee CEO For A Day Is Essential For Your Business
Ville Houttu, Founder and CEO, Vincit USA

1:45 PM

Break

 

 

 

2:00 PM

Leaders Change the World, but WHOLE Leaders Change it for the Better
Andy Maurer, CEO & Co-Founder, Pursue Whole

3:15 PM

Why Implementing a Successful College Tuition Assistance Program Constitutes a Win, Win, Win for All of your Employees, your Business and your Community!
Howard N. Stewart, President and CEO, AGM Container Controls

3:45 PM

Closing Remarks

4:00 PM

Event Ends

 
About the Poco Diablo Resort
Unwind in spacious accommodations that combine the comfort of home with the convenience of a full-service hotel. Plunge into the heated outdoor pool or relax in our whirlpool spa. Indulge at their full service spa with a massage, a facial and a mani-pedi. Refine your backhand on one of four tennis courts or grab a workout in the state-of-the-art fitness center. Read more…

Booking your accommodations: The AZTC has a room block for the nights of Monday, August 1st and Tuesday, August 2nd.
Room Block Name: Arizona Technology Council
To book a room online, visit Poco Diablo Resort. You can also call 928-203-5923.
Please be aware the deadline for booking your room at the AZTC rate is July 27th.

 

 

Interested in sponsoring the 2022 CEO Leadership & Golf Retreat?
Contact [email protected] for information on the various sponsorship opportunities. 

Location

1752 State Route 179
Sedona , AZ 86336

Venue

Poco Diablo Resort

Date

August 2, 2022

Time

Two Day Event

Cost

[AZTC Member Conference Only $400] [Non AZTC Member Conference Only $450] [AZTC Member Conference with Golf $550] [Non-AZTC Member Conference with Golf $600] [AZTC Member Golf Only $125] [Non AZTC Member Golf Only $150] [AZTC Member Golf Foursome $500] [Non AZTC Member Golf Foursome $600]

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