She Dreams Bigger Leadership Retreat
NOVEMBER 13-15, 2025
Weekend SCHEDULE
LOCATION:
INNSBROOK RESORT, WRIGHT CITY, MISSOURI
Join Sally Drake and her incredible team of facilitators for a transformative weekend filled with inspiration, connection, and personal growth. This retreat is all about empowering you as a business leader, emerging leader, or entrepreneur. Customize your experience by selecting from the options below to create the perfect retreat tailored to YOUR needs!
Thursday:
3:00pm – Arrive and settle in at your house/condo.
5:00pm – Welcome and unwind at a beautiful resort home as we get to know each other, meet the facilitators, and set our intentions for the weekend
6:00pm - Sips n’ Snacks – yummy dinner from Katy's Organic Kitchen and beverages while we take you through the agenda and options for your weekend + time to network
7:00pm - Master your Morning - Sally & facilitators share tips on creating a morning routine to keep you healthy, happy, and productive
8:00pm – Ladies head to your house/condo to enjoy a peaceful night
Friday Morning:
Enjoy your house-mates, go for a walk, and arrive at the main house in time to get settled!
8:00am – Coffee, connection, and light breakfast bites
9:00am – Steph Auping - Hurdles to Women’s Advancement (interactive)
11:00am - Brunch + Creative Journaling OR walk
Afternoon Options:
12:00pm - Jennifer Bardot - Living Well with GRIT
1:00pm - Shannon Shores & Jordan Kimler, NP - The Ultimate Guide to Thriving
Break / Networking
3:00pm - Cathy Davis - Navigating the Wild, Wild West of Publishing + interactive writing session
4:30pm - Yoga for all levels with Libby Fennewald
Break
6:00pm - Dinner at the house by Katy's Organic Oven
7:00pm - Bonfire, hot tub, & fun!
Saturday:
Arrive early to walk or take your time at your house.
8:30am – Coffee and breakfast with Jenny Gabriel, NTP - Rise with Pause, It’s time to stop just “getting through” menopause, and start rising with it.
10:00am - Erin Joy closing Keynote
11:00am - Yoga for all levels with Libby Fennewald
12:00pm - Lunch and closing reflections
12:45pm - Optional hike, weather dependent!
What to bring:
- Comfy clothes
- Shoes for walking
- Yoga mat (we have a few extras)
- Small blanket for yoga, possible fire pit fun
- Swimsuit for indoor pool & hot tub
- Laptop
- Projects, ideas, etc to tackle in our focused work sessions
Included: all meals, snacks, lodging, and facilitated sessions.
Sign up early....this one is sure to sell out!
More About the Facilitators:
Sally Drake, Retreat Creator
Sally is the owner and Race Director of MSE (Multi-Sport Experience) Racing and produces quality endurance events including triathlons and running races in the Greater St. Louis area and Illinois. MSE Racing also provides timing and race services for other local directors. She is also a USAT Level II Triathlon Coach, coaching triathletes of all levels from newbie to elite, with a passion for helping them achieve or exceed their goals. She specializes in ultra-endurance, much through her experience in completing 13 full Ironman triathlons. Other specialties include training over 50 and fueling for optimal health and performance.
Sally created the women's retreats when she was seeking a getaway with like-minded gals that included adventure, relaxation, connection, and maybe some spiritual inspiration and art. She could not find what she was craving.......and MSE for Women was born!!
Erin Joy, PhD
Dr. Erin Joy is a dynamic leader and visionary entrepreneur dedicated to empowering business owners to achieve lasting success. As the Founder and CEO of Erin Joy Companies, she has leveraged decades of experience in entrepreneurship, business strategy, psychology, and executive coaching to help fellow entrepreneurs overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and realize their full potential.Through impactful roundtable experiences, customized 1:1 consulting packages, bespoke events, and a variety of keynote speeches and workshops, Dr. Joy helps business owners and their teams gain the competency, confidence, and control to tackle challenges and solve for success.
Dr. Joy’s exceptional contributions to the business world have earned her numerous accolades, including being named one of the Most Influential Business Women by St. Louis Business Journal (2022), receiving the Enterprising Women of the Year Champion Award (2019), and being recognized as one of the Top 100 St. Louisans to Know by Small Business Monthly (2016 & 2019). Her consulting firm has consistently been ranked among the Top Consulting Firms in St. Louis by Small Business Monthly.
With a commitment to elevating entrepreneurs and fostering transformation, Dr. Joy is a unique force on the nationwide business stage, offering innovative solutions and unwavering support to those ready to achieve bold results. She makes collaboration and empowerment a priority in every facet of her life – from helping female business owners thrive to uplifting the people of her local community to setting an example for her own daughter, Audrey, and the next generation of women who will lead.
Jennifer Bardot
Jennifer Bardot, MA, MS is a dynamic entrepreneur, bestselling author & publisher, radio personality, and purpose-driven community leader dedicated to empowering women in business and leadership.
She is the visionary force behind the GRIT Collection a series of seven internationally bestselling anthologies available at Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, and Amazon.
Jennifer is the founder of the GRIT Community—a thriving and inclusive leadership network of over 1,200 women. Her mission is to equip and inspire women through storytelling, connection, and access to growth opportunities. A regular contributor to St. Louis Small Business Monthly, she leads a column that shines a light on female leaders making an impact. She was also featured on the magazine’s cover as one of 2021’s Top 100 People to Know to Help Grow Your Business.
Steph Auping, Level-Up Leadership
Steph Auping is the Founder and Facilitator at Level-Up Leadership, a firm dedicated to preparing leaders to excel in today's complex and competitive business environment. Her focus lies in cultivating skill sets, nurturing a curious mindset, and amplifying the leadership impact of participants.
In both her current position and her past role as a CLO for Leadership & Co. and a founding faculty member of CEB/Gartner's Leadership Academies, she has effectively led career-defining leadership development programs for leaders across all major industries in 25 different countries. Her unique blend of expertise in adult learning and diverse consulting experience enables her to bridge the worlds of theory and practical application. Steph is particularly passionate about lifting up women leaders. She facilitates the Advancing Women Leaders Academy and is a team leader and presenter at Linkage's annual Women in Leadership Conference.
Beyond her executive role, Steph is deeply involved in her community and field. She is a cabinet member for the United Way of Greater St. Louis' Women's Leadership Society and leads the Women's Mentoring Steering Committee. Additionally, she contributes her expertise as an advisory board member for the Learning & Performance Institute and remains an active member of the Organizational Development Network.
Shannon Shores & Jordan Kimler, PremierU Med
Jordan Kimler, NP
Jordan Kimler is a certified Nurse Practitioner who provides comprehensive and holistic care to her patients. Jordan has over 15 years of experience working in the medical field specializing in Primary Care, Hormone Optimization, and Weight Management.
Having lost over 50 lbs herself on our weight loss program, Jordan is a testament to the power of these weight loss medications. This has made her passionate about helping people become a PREMIER version of themselves. Her mission is to see women and men transformed from EXHAUSTED to EMPOWERED!
Shannon Shores, MSW
From quiet, people-pleasing young girl to a bold, unapologetic leader and entrepreneur, Shannon Shores inspires others to embrace their authentic selves and step fully into their power. As a business development executive, she's passionate about delivering top-notch care. Shannon's journey is full of humor, raw honesty, and empowering insights, showing others how to set boundaries, build resilience, and turn setbacks into stepping stones.
More about their amazing session:
The Ultimate Guide to Thriving
- Get ready to unleash your inner health superhero!
First up, the amazing Shannon Shores, MSW, will reveal those sneaky saboteurs that derail our quest for optimal health. Get ready to discover game-changing coping strategies to banish stress, reclaim your power, and finally get on track to feeling fantastic!
Then, prepare to be inspired by Jordan Kimler, NP, who will share her wisdom on feeling empowered through every stage of life. Whether you're cruising through your 30s or rocking your 70s, Jordan's tips will revolutionize your lifestyle and help you live your absolute best life. Because let's face it, aging should NOT be painful!
Join us for an unforgettable presentation packed with actionable insights, empowering advice, and a whole lot of fun. Don't miss this chance to elevate your well-being and discover the keys to a vibrant, fulfilling life, no matter your age!
Jenny Gabriel, NTP
Menopause Wellness Educator | Nutritional Therapy Practitioner | Founder of MenoPAUSEwell | Owner, JG Optimal Wellness
Jenny Gabriel is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and #1 International Best Selling Author and is located in Wentzville, MO. She is a HMTA-P (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis Practitioner) and FSS (Functional Supplement Specialist) where she brings optimal health to reality for her clients. She works primarily with women who are struggling with the menopause transition. Her journey in the field of health and well-being over the last 30 years has been guided by a deep passion for helping individuals achieve optimal health and vitality. It’s her firm belief that small, mindful choices can pave the way for remarkable transformations in our lives.
Rise with the Pause
Menopause isn’t something to endure—it’s a powerful transition that can become a turning point for your health, energy, and confidence. In this talk, Jenny Gabriel, NTP and founder of MenoPAUSEwell, shares her 5-phase signature method—Clarity, Nourish, Replenish, Detoxify, and Empower—to help women understand and address the root causes of their symptoms.
Blending science-backed nutrition with lifestyle and mindset strategies, Jenny offers practical, realistic tools for balancing hormones, calming inflammation, supporting gut and nervous system health, and restoring energy.
You’ll leave this session not just with hope, but with a roadmap—so you can rise with the pause and step into this next season of life with strength, balance, and renewed vitality.
Cathy Davis
Owner, CEO of Davis Creative Publishing
Professional Publishing Consultant, #1 International Best-Selling Author, Publisher/Ghost Publisher, Speaker/Trainer It’s not about how well your book sells; it IS all about how well your book sells YOU!
Navigating the Wild, Wild West of Publishing:
What’s the Best Publishing Path for YOU?
If you’ve been thinking about writing a book but are unsure if you want to try DIY or go through traditional channels, you’ll want to attend this session.
Gain a broad understanding of the current publishing industry and how to . . .
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FIND YOUR VOICE: Identify Your Author Brand Platform and why you need one.
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MAKE AN IMPACT: Learn Your Publishing Path Options from DIY to Traditional and all the BUYER BE-AWARE options in between.
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SHARE YOUR STORY: Develop Content that Sells YOU. Learn a simple five-step outline for sharing a story via social media, blog, newsletter, or a chapter in a book.
Join industry expert Cathy Davis as she identifies your options, shares pros and cons, and simplifies your decision-making process. Walk away with greater knowledge and a better understanding of your next best steps for sharing your story and publishing your book.
