International Retreat Conference October 22, 2026

Come Grow With Us

Speaker Application

Thank you for your interest in speaking at the International Retreat Conference 2026, presented by the International Retreat Association.

This year’s theme, Come Grow With Us, reflects our commitment to bringing retreat professionals together to grow their businesses, expand their impact, strengthen their connections, and help shape the future of the retreat industry.

We are looking for knowledgeable, practical, and engaging speakers who can provide valuable education, fresh ideas, and actionable strategies for retreat leaders and professionals.

Please complete the application below. Submission of an application does not guarantee selection. Our team will review all applications and contact selected speakers directly.

Speaker Opportunities & Membership Requirements

Speaker presentations for the International Retreat Conference 2026: Come Grow With Us are offered in two formats:

20-Minute Speaker Spotlight

Available to International Retreat Association Essential Members ($111).

30-Minute Founding Speaker Spotlight

Available to International Retreat Association Founding Members ($444 Only 100 ever!).

If selected as a speaker, you will be required to join the International Retreat Association at the applicable membership level before your speaking spot is officially confirmed.

Learn more about membership options at:

https://internationalretreatassociation.com/membership.

SECTION 2: YOUR EXPERTISE

SECTION 3: YOUR PROPOSED PRESENTATION

Please provide approximately 100–200 words describing what you would teach during your session.
Please be specific about what attendees will learn, understand, or be able to implement after your session.

SECTION 4: ABOUT YOU

Approximately 75–150 words.

SECTION 5: CONFERENCE PARTICIPATION

SECTION 6: RECORDING & MEDIA PERMISSION

SECTION 7: FINAL QUESTIONS

Consider how your session will help attendees grow their business, leadership, network, knowledge, impact, or retreat experience.

Speaker Engagement and Acknowledgement

By signing my full name below, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the speaker requirements outlined above. I understand that submitting this application does not guarantee selection as a speaker. selected, I agrIfee to become an International Retreat Association Essential Member for a 20-minute speaking spot ($111) or a Founding Lifetime Member for a 30-minute speaking spot ($444) before my participation is officially confirmed. I also agree to provide requested speaker materials and meet the deadlines and participation requirements established for the International Retreat Conference 2026.

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