{"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.\nThe 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.\nEpisode 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 Podcast\n01:00 – Anna’s path from biotech to retreat hosting\n03:30 – Creating approachable, accessible wellness retreats\n04:30 – How she first found retreat clients\n06:00 – Moving into retreat planning for others\n07:30 – Where most retreat hosts get stuck\n10:40 – Over-scheduling, travel fatigue, and downtime\n12:30 – Current retreat trends\n13:30 – Integration and re-entry after retreats\n15:00 – When to say no to a client\n15:40 – Pricing advice for retreat hosts\n17:00 – Realistic retreat pricing benchmarks\n18:00 – Ideal retreat size and group dynamics\n18:50 – How Anna prices her planning services\n19:30 – Final advice for retreat planners\nAbout the Guest – Anna VanAgtmaelAnna VanAgtmael is the founder of Wandering Roots, where she helps retreat leaders and...","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}