Rediscovering
YOU Retreat

An all-inclusive women-only retreat to
disconnect, reconnect and bloom.

October 27-30, 2022

What if there is something
more waiting for you?

Are you in a new phase of your life and not sure how best to frame this new chapter?
 
Do you feel like there is something else waiting for you but aren’t sure what it means or what to do about it?
 
Do you feel as though you’re always focused on everyone else and never have the time to think about what you truly want?
As experienced women, we know how to get things done. We’re able to use our skills to lead and influence others to have an impact on the world. We have the answers to everyone else’s questions.
 
Yet as women, we often sacrifice our own needs to take care of others. And while that is noble, we often do not live our purpose and fully leverage the gifts God gave us…We often lose ourselves by being so connected to everyone else’s agenda.

It’s time to rediscover you.

The Rediscovering YOU Retreat

An all-inclusive women-only retreat to disconnect,
reconnect and bloom.

Let our Master Practitioners and the power of the outdoors support you in awakening your highest potential.

 
 

At this women-only retreat, you will:

DISCONNECT

from technology, to-do lists, and responsibilities

 

RECONNECT

to your inner being; nature, and other women

 

BLOOM

into the woman emerging within you

All so you can:

  • Focus on rediscovering yourself
  • Get clear about where you want to go next
  • Listen to what you know you need
  • Empower yourself to move in the direction inviting
    you to fully realize who you are

Our Method/Framework

The path to rediscovering you will be led by our team of professional coaches with decades of experience.

 

Through group coaching, which includes conversations and storytelling, you’ll learn how to release the patterns, fears, and limiting beliefs that have held you back — until now.

 

Discover our Power Framework that guides us through the retreat as you experience:

01

The Power
Within

to tap into your God given gifts.

02

The Power of
Purpose

to discern what you are called to step into.

03

The Power to
Propel

and step fully into the space you REDISCOVER as yours.

The Rediscovering YOU Retreat

Oct 27-30 Asheville, NC
Components of the 4-day all-inclusive retreat

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Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains with time to walk, sit, think, and absorb the quiet and serenity the mountains provide.

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Join a group of carefully selected women who will challenge and hold each other up as you learn and practice being more of who you want to be.

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Enjoy delicious food prepared especially for you by our private chef.

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Leave the retreat aligned to the power within you, aligned to your purpose, and ready to propel that power forward.

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Develop a new understanding and appreciation of the unique and powerful woman you are.

Testimonials

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I have worked with a few different coaches, but none have held a candle to Michelle’s ability to connect, create a safe space, and successfully hold the mirror to reflect back the essence of what I was saying. She was especially gifted at digging out what was beneath the surface of my words. I was able to have breakthroughs I had struggled to get to with other coaches for years.

Executive Coaching Client

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Michelle challenged my negative thinking and habits, helped me to visualize my future, and guided me to increase my self-confidence. She was extremely compassionate yet direct and thoughtful in her approach. I found her coaching style to be authentic, non-judgemental, and highly effective.

Executive Coaching Client

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Stephanie is an excellent coach, engaging and sensitive, enabling you to peel your layers and be the New You.

Executive Coaching Client

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I can’t tell you how much better I feel about everything whenever I walk out of a session with Stephanie. Challenges that seemed hard just fall away, and I walk out with a sense of purpose and possibility.

Executive Coaching Client

Trusted by Leading Brands

Clients Red-Hat
Clients GSK
Clients Humana
Clients HCL

Retreat Details

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Farm-to-Table Organic

Enjoy made-for-you nutritious and delicious meals, snacks, and beverages. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and flexitarian options are available, and we will do our best to accommodate specific dietary requests.

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3 Nights Luxury

Take in the beauty of the nearby mountains during your three-night stay at this beautiful location we found for you.

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Curated Connections

Meditate and Breathe with guided experiences by our expert coaches to help you remember the importance and power of meditation.

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Massage

Relax while you receive a massage from fantastic practitioners who will help you feel your best.

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Airport Transfers

Airport transportation from and to the Asheville airport will be provided. (Your airfare to/from is not included in the price of this retreat.)

Meet Your Coaches

Michelle Coach Events

Michelle Krebs

Michelle Krebs is the founder of Bloom Executive
Coaching,

an executive coaching and leadership development firm that offers Executive, Team, and group coaching designed to help legacy leaders build high-performance teams, develop leaders as coaches, and accelerate the development of diverse talent.

Michelle spent 20 years at a large-scale multinational pharmaceutical company in various executive leadership roles, including Vice President of Specialty Sales, before shifting her focus to executive coaching and leadership development. She brings a balanced approach to her clientele, combining her years of practical experience in Corporate America with a compassionate and humanized approach to coaching.
She is a credentialed executive coach, group facilitator, and change agent with extensive experience working with all levels of leadership, from C-suite executives to first-line leaders. Her coaching work expands across Fortune 100 to mid-sized companies, primarily in pharmaceutical, healthcare, and tech industries. She is recognized in the industry as an outcome-based transformational coach.
Stephanie Bio

Stephanie Laplante

Executive Coach

Stephanie Laplante is an experienced talent management executive with significant business experience and a proven track record of turning around business results by focusing large teams on key priorities, developing capabilities, and creating a high-performance culture. She is recognized for thought leadership on iconic leadership development programs focused on developing key talent to advance to the next leadership level.

She recently concluded a 30-year career with a cutting-edge health care company as an internal executive coach. She was highly sought after to be a trusted advisor to senior executives who wanted to become better leaders, led large-scale, complex transformational change, and engaged and aligned organizations to create high-performance cultures.

While working with Stephanie, she adapts her coaching style to meet the client’s needs. She listens very intently to what is being said and not said. She asks courageous questions that open up new perspectives for you to think about new possibilities. You can unlock your potential and achieve your ambitions with the new choices you create.

Stephanie Bio

WHAT’S THE INVESTMENT?

Option A:

Private Room/Bath

$4,000

Early bird pricing before June 1

OR

$4,500

After June 1

Option B:

Shared Room/Bath

with up to 4 others (each person has own bed).

$3,000

Early bird pricing before June 1

OR

$3,500

After June 1

FAQ’s

How many people will we accept?

Up to 10 participants will be accepted for the event.

Is there a down payment?

Pay $2,000 at registration ($2,500 after May 31, 2022)

Final payment ($2,000 for single; $1,500 for shared) charged on August 1, 2022

What are the payment terms?

Register by room; first come first serve based on availability. Prices differ based on the room chosen. Everyone will have their own bed, but some will share a bedroom and bathroom with others.

What are the cancellation/refund terms?

100% refund through July 31, 2022

50% refund between August 1-31, 2022

No refunds after August 31, 2022 (if we can fill the spot after you cancel, you may receive partial credit toward coaching or a future retreat)

What is the criteria to be accepted?

Simply put – women who know something needs to change. Women who know something is
wanting to emerge from within them and wish to propel that forward. Bring them beyond.

Some of the other personal criteria may include: 

  • Kids are going to college.
  • Retirement.
  • Change careers (or desire to)
  • Transition from second chapter to “true” retirement.
  • Wanting to create a legacy or make a difference.
How will people be informed they are accepted?

You will receive a personal email from the coaches.

Is there any pre-work or meetings?

While there is nothing formal, participants should spend some time setting their intention for what they hope to gain from the experience.

What items should I bring?
  • Comfy clothes
  • Jackets for the season
  • Any special food or drinks
  • Shoes for hiking

It’s time to
rediscover you.

Michelle Krebs, PCC

Michelle Krebs offers over 20 years of expertise as an accomplished leader, outcome-based executive coach, and leadership consultant.

 

After witnessing firsthand how many leaders were vastly underprepared for the ever-increasing demands of executive leadership, Michelle was inspired to start Bloom Executive Coaching to support them in unlocking their true leadership potential for a more significant impact. She brings a balanced approach to her clients, combining her years of executive leadership experience in Corporate America with a caring and human-centric approach to coaching.

 

Michelle spent over 20 years at a large-scale multinational pharmaceutical company in various leadership roles, including Vice President of Specialty Sales, before shifting her focus to executive coaching and leadership development. Before leaving her corporate career to start her coaching practice, she was the Head of Coaching for North America and Latin America.

 

She is a credentialed executive coach, group facilitator, and change agent with extensive experience working with all levels of leadership, from C-Suite executives to first-line leaders. Her coaching work expands across Fortune 100 to mid-sized companies, primarily in pharmaceutical, healthcare, and tech industries. She is recognized in the industry as an outcomes-based transformational coach.

 

As a coach, Michelle believes that leadership transformation occurs at the intersection of trust, vulnerability, and openness. Her approach is results-focused and designed to help leaders overcome any obstacle or block preventing them from reaching their goals. Her non-judgmental manner creates a safe space to uncover what is holding one back and push through it with confidence.

 

In addition to Michelle’s coaching practice, she has designed and delivered women’s leadership development programs throughout North America and Latin America. She serves on the board of directors for the National Association of Women Business Owners. She is also the founder of Get in the Game Girl, a nonprofit leadership development program serving high school female athletes.

Patrick Murphy

As a Coach and Consultant, Patrick empowers clients to achieve growth and success in their professional and personal lives. With an emphasis on holding individuals accountable to achieve their goals, Patrick’s style helps leaders dramatically improve performance, address development needs, and successfully navigate through significant decisions and transitions.

 

Patrick spent more than 20 years in the pharmaceutical research and development industry at companies such as GlaxoSmithKline and Covance. During this time, he mastered key skills required to lead successful international organizations. He has extensive experience in organizational planning and change management, department design and deployment, international team management, business operations activities, and supplier and contract management.

 

As a coach, Patrick works diligently to create a space for self-discovery on the part of the client and ensures that the development process is enjoyable and stimulating. Using assessments, and proven tools and techniques, he works with individuals and teams to unlock their full potential. His approach addresses the client’s stated objectives as well as any limiting beliefs that may be getting in the way. His coaching work expands across Fortune 100 to startup companies, primarily in pharmaceutical, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and aerospace.

Gary Nowak

Gary brings over 23 years of global consulting expertise, distinguished leadership, and a results-driven approach as an executive coach and leadership consultant.


Gary has a rich background as a Partner at a Big 4 accounting firm and extensive global consulting experience, Gary P. Nowak has been immersed in diverse company cultures, dynamic executive personalities, and a spectrum of challenges and triumphs. Gary’s philosophy centers on maintaining a growth mindset in every interaction and conversation, fostering a holistic perspective on life and success. 


Gary brings over 23 years of global management consulting expertise, with his career spanning the US, Europe, and, most recently, China and Australia. As a KPMG Partner, he led major projects and teams, driving transformative outcomes. Recognizing the profound impact of coaching, Gary naturally transitioned into executive coaching and mentoring, leveraging his extensive experience to facilitate significant career advancements. 


A credentialed executive coach, group facilitator, and change agent, Gary has a proven track record of working with all leadership levels. He successfully managed a team of over 65 professionals in China, delivering exceptional results for Fortune 500 companies. His consulting ventures across Europe, the US, and Asia Pacific have honed his ability to achieve high-impact results across diverse cultures. These experiences have shaped Gary into a highly adaptable executive, a proactive leader, and a consistent motivator committed to adding value to his clients.


In his coaching practice, Gary focuses on enhancing the strengths of his clients and team members, highlighting their positive attributes while supporting areas for development. He is passionate about providing candid and constructive feedback to students and professionals, helping them navigate the complexities of consulting, global work environments, and personal performance improvement.


How others describe Gary and his style:

“Strong communication style. Clear, concise, quickly builds rapport.”
“Logical, analytical with a positive outlook.”
“Reliable, genuine and honest.”
“Leadership style reflects someone who is approachable, calm and measured.”

Stephanie Laplante

Stephanie is an experienced talent management executive with significant business experience in a large multi-national healthcare company. She is a highly sought after and trusted advisor to senior executives who want to become better leaders, who lead large-scale, complex transformational change, and who want to engage and align organizations to create high-performance cultures. Stephanie has worked with senior leaders at GSK, BMS, AstraZeneca, HCl, Novartis, Genmab, CSL Behring, Women’s Way (nonprofit), and Food Trust (nonprofit).

 

As a leader herself, she has a proven track record of turning around business results by focusing large teams on key priorities, developing capabilities, and creating a high-performance culture. After a successful sales career, Stephanie became an organizational development consultant. One of her biggest achievements was leading the organizational development work for a global digital transformation program, successfully executing a new organizational design, change management plan, and ways of working using technology to communicate with healthcare professionals. Stephanie was also a primary contributor to GSK winning the 2016 ICF PRISM Award for the company’s Accelerating Difference for Women Program and internal coaching program.