RetreatBoss The Podcast

What happens when love, business, family, and personal growth are not separate lanes, but one life moving together? In this episode of the RetreatBoss Podcast, Catherine Kontos sits down with Mike and Nathalia Chang for an honest, warm, and deeply human conversation about marriage, family, entrepreneurship, and the relationship behind Flow60. Mike and Nathalia share how they built a life together...

What if networking didn’t have to feel awkward, salesy, or exhausting? In this conversation, Gil Petersil joins us from Bali to share a refreshingly human approach to connection, one rooted in hospitality, not transactions. We talk about why so many people avoid networking, how Gil built connections as a learnable skill, even as an introvert, and the three pillars behind what he calls “quantum net...

What if regulation were the real leadership skill? In this episode, Catherine Kontos sits down with Garry Lineham, founder of Human Garage and creator of Fascial Maneuvers, to explore a radical ideas: Your body already knows how to heal. Stress is the root. Movement restores flow. After decades of chronic pain and millions spent searching for answers, Garry discovered something simple and powerful...

If you’ve ever questioned whether you have what it takes to lead unforgettable, transformational retreats and events, this episode is for you. In this episode of the RetreatBoss Podcast, Catherine Kontos sits down with Laura Villep, Global Head of Events at Mindvalley, to explore what it really takes to design experiences that are both powerful and profitable. Laura has led events across 20+ count...

Can slowing down your body actually speed up your life and business? In this full length conversation, internationally renowned Qigong master Lee Holden shares how a “career ending” sports injury opened the door to energy medicine, mindfulness, and movement that changed everything. From college athlete to PBS favorite to global retreat leader, Lee reveals the practices and principles behind his ca...

Can slowing down your body actually speed up your life and business? In this full length conversation, internationally renowned Qigong master Lee Holden shares how a “career ending” sports injury opened the door to energy medicine, mindfulness, and movement that changed everything. From college athlete to PBS favorite to global retreat leader, Lee reveals the practices and principles behind his ca...

In this episode of RetreatBoss The Podcast , host Catherine Kontos is joined by Cory Sterling, a lawyer, small business owner, and author of The Yoga Law Book . Cory shares his expertise on the legal aspects of running a retreat, offering practical advice on protecting your business and managing the risks involved. They discuss the importance of proper legal agreements, negotiating contracts with...

Welcome to a brand-new episode of the RetreatBoss™ Podcast. Today, we are excited to welcome Licia Rester, a distinguished expert in instructional design and transformative content creation. In this episode, Licia not only shares her invaluable insights into designing impactful hybrid events that integrate in-person and virtual experiences, but also provides practical strategies that you can imple...

A thriving community is an essential part of your business – especially in the retreat and wellness industry. A community can create a supportive network of individuals who share a genuine interest in your offerings, ultimately driving sustainable growth and success for your business.  In this episode of the RetreatBoss Podcast, I am joined by my guest, Maruxa Murphy. Together we discussed buildin...

Welcome back to RetreatBoss The Podcast where we dive into the art of living boldly and explore the dynamics of personal growth, career advancement, and the power of taking a well-deserved pause. I'm your host, Catherine Kontos, and in today's episode, we're speaking with the ever-inspiring Luba Sakharuk. Luba is becoming a marvel in the realm of retreats and masterminds, with an infec...

Laura Montesanti, a visionary founder and wellness enthusiast, embarked on a transformative wellness journey while living in London, which led her to become a yoga teacher and establish a consultancy company organising wellness retreats. Laura's unique insights on transformative wellness journeys stem from her belief in the need for the wellness and travel industries to collaborate for more impact...

There is no denying the role of tourism in a country. However, it can only run as deep if it remains within national parks and destinations and bypasses communities. All for a more immersive experience, this episode’s guest is changing the way local communities are impacted by tourism. Skyler Mason from SKYIN is a provider of life-changing experiences for immersive and luxury travelers while suppo...

Memoirs have already been a thing for centuries, but what does it really take to write your own story? How can you take charge of being the narrator of your story without letting the trauma, emotions, and impacts fog up your perspective of what really happened? In today's episode, Catherine Kontos is joined by special guest  Chloe Rachel Gallaway , a transformational retreat leader and bestselling...

There are many strategies for motivating people to act toward the desired outcome. Today, we will look at a different perspective in allowing your team to engage themselves in utilizing their potential. In this episode, Galina Lipina, a Certified NeuroChangeSolutions Consultant and an NCS HeartMath Certified Consultant, shares her format in teaching corporations to use neuroscience to lead their t...

Everyone experiences different traumas in their life. Often, they become a blockage that keeps our energy from flowing freely. And because the energy is not flowing, we tend to disconnect ourselves from who we should be and how we are inherently built. In this episode, Dr. Kristy Vanacore, an inspiring trailblazer in the field of holistic psychology, sits with Catherine Kontos to share her wisdom...

Women need a place to share their stories with the world, especially in this time of isolation and confrontation. Women out there need to know that whatever they are struggling with, they are not alone. That is the power of storytelling, and the guest today,  Jen Aks , has a very unique way of doing this. Join Catherine Kontos as she talks to the Founder of  herStories  about storytelling and the...

What does it mean to be a master of marketing? For some, it's about sales and numbers. For others, it's about creativity and self-expression. And for others still, it's about making a difference in the world. At its core, marketing is about understanding people and what they want or need. It's about finding a way to connect with them and give them what they're looking for. And it's about doing all...

In an industry focused on transformation and creativity, finances aren’t usually the top of mind for business owners. However, understanding how to expense your retreats and save on taxes can do so much for your business. Michael Markiewicz  is the founder and owner of Markiewicz Enterprises, LLC , a New York-based financial services company specializing in CPA services, consulting services and as...

In this day and age, we have taken “celebration” to a different level. With too many vendors, locations, and providers to choose from or lack of it, the first and one of the biggest decisions you need to make for your special day is choosing who your planner will be. In this episode, Andrea Soueidan and Voula Maroussis from Altitude Connections , a global concierge service for corporate and person...

Going on a retreat alone will give you results but not the results you want. But going with a group, you'll be able to manifest much quicker and stronger. You'll be able to manifest all that positive energy and bring it home with you. Join Catherine Kontos as she talks to Emyrald Sinclaire  about group manifestations. Emyrald is an intuitive guide and love coach who helps women to connect with the...

Are you planning an event or a retreat for your employees? What are the legalities you need for this? Stay tuned for some free legal advice for your next destination event! Joining us in today’s episode is Elissa Kaner . Elissa is an attorney for online entrepreneurs and a life and success coach. She loves helping businesses with their legal contracts when conducting retreats to protect both the h...

There are several reasons why insurance should be a priority. Catherine Kontos sits with  Joe Fagan , the Director of Strategic Partnerships at  Gallagher . Joe explains that, as a business operator running a retreat, the risk falls on you. If you hire a yoga instructor and a person gets hurt, you'll be involved in the lawsuit. Even if the yoga instructor you hired is an independent contractor, yo...

For artists, their work is more than just expressing their feelings. It can serve a greater purpose and represent a bigger ideology. It’s refreshing to see how the NFT community has widely celebrated the appreciation for art. Visual artist Lola Toscano  sits with Catherine Kontos to talk about her artworks and blockchain NFT projects. Her first art exhibition became an art movement called Hedoné ,...

With countries slowly lifting their lockdowns, the desire to travel is at an all-time high. Companies want to start booking their employees out in retreats. Online co-workers who want to finally meet each other outside of Zoom want to travel. Suffice to say, booking agencies are huge right now! Join Catherine Kontos as she talks to  Jen Corley  about the online platforms that make retreat planning...

At the end of the day, we all want to rest in the comfort of our homes. However, the comfort level a place can provide depends on the overall level of the home environment and design. Laili Gonzalez  is known for helping clients achieve their dream home, which inspires and brings joy to them while being practical and functional. In this episode, she shares how it all started. First, she was intrig...