{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Retreats & Offsites Unpacked","title":"Learnings From a Retreat Planning Agency","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1238,"description":"In this episode of the Assemble Podcast, Dan Berger sits down with Anna VanAgtmael, founder of Wandering Roots, to talk about what actually goes into designing retreats that are meaningful, sustainable, and worth running.The conversation explores Anna’s path from hosting her own retreats to planning retreats for entrepreneurs and leaders around the world. Along the way, they unpack common mistakes retreat hosts make, how to think more clearly about pricing and group size, and why leaving space for downtime and integration often matters more than a packed itinerary. The episode also looks at current retreat trends and how thoughtful planning can extend the impact of a retreat well beyond the final day.Episode ThemesDesigning retreats that balance intention, logistics, and guest experienceWhy overpacked itineraries often undermine retreat outcomesThe role of downtime in creating meaningful connection and clarityHow retreat pricing impacts sustainability and perceived valueIdeal group size and host-to-guest ratios for deeper engagementThe shift toward more content-driven, less excursion-heavy retreatsHelping guests integrate retreat insights back into everyday lifeChapters00:00 – Welcome to the Assemble Podcast01:00 – Anna’s path from biotech to retreat hosting03:30 – Creating approachable, accessible wellness retreats04:30 – How she first found retreat clients06:00 – Moving into retreat planning for others07:30 – Where most retreat hosts get stuck10:40 – Over-scheduling, travel fatigue, and downtime12:30 – Current retreat trends13:30 – Integration and re-entry after retreats15:00 – When to say no to a client15:40 – Pricing advice for retreat hosts17:00 – Realistic retreat pricing benchmarks18:00 – Ideal retreat size and group dynamics18:50 – How Anna prices her planning services19:30 – Final advice for retreat plannersAbout the Guest – Anna VanAgtmaelAnna VanAgtmael is the founder of Wandering Roots, where she helps retreat leaders and entrepreneurs design...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/bOBTiJs7vh0BXESSAuKMgrIiALFaXvXWvSKoFPBd1Co/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85ZDE1/NmMxYmI2MTM4YzRk/ZWI5ZmE3ZTc4MmYx/OGUwMy5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}