Women Who Lead with Love - Inner City Business Retreat
An Immersive Experience in Heart-Led Leadership, Growth and Wellbeing.
We've designed this event to be different. We explore heart-lead leadership, wellbeing and success for women called to create meaningful impact through business and life.
We’ve kept this Business Retreat intentionally intimate, so you are never lost in the crowd.
You are invited to show up as yourself and to engage as fully or gently as you choose.
This is for you to be curious, expand your thinking, share ideas and knowledge with genuine connections.More than learning from the stage, this is about remembering who you are.
A woman with vision, a big heart and passion that matter.
Some may say - you are a force for good.
Whether you're nurturing the seed of an idea, expanding your business and presence, or deepening personal growth, this full-day experience offers real lived wisdom and success, empowering resources to cultivate your rise and nourishment for your inner world.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Rich Conversations
With seven mission-led women who are creating meaningful change.
A full-day experience of keynote speakers, real-life strategies, and soulful interactive sessions designed to expand your thinking, develop ideas, reconnect with your brave and revitalize
your whole being.
Conscious Connection & Friendship
Expand your network with women who value abundance, contribution, and community.
This is where meaningful relationships are formed to support each other in their rise to lead.
Enjoy an optional buffet lunch at Meld for conversation and networking adding to the retreat experience.
Intention to Momentum Experience
You will be guided through a powerful integration session to ground today’s insights into one clear step or strategy that moves your vision or dream forward.
Women Who Lead 2026 Journal + Resources
Receive a beautifully designed journal for notes and reflections, along with private access to downloadable speaker tools and resources.
Curated Gift Experience
Enjoy a thoughtfully prepared gift bag, created by our speakers for your pleasure.
Nourishment & Beauty
Savor delicious refreshments, experience movement energizers and mini meditations, all within a space designed to feel feminine and uplifting.
Being Served
Our team are entrepreneurs, creatives, business owners here to support you throughout the day. You can relax and fully receive the experience you came for. If you need anything, just ask.
We are here to serve you.
MEET YOUR SPEAKERS
Kyla Allan, Co-owner, Director - Halycon Creative Hair and Makeup Artists.
Create Your Business DNA What happens when two women in a creative industry break all the rules? For Kyla Allan and her business partner Kerry Raising-Spain, it became Halcyon. Both bring elite careers in hair and make-up, guided by one philosophy: if you want to be the best, learn from the best, and then become it. In an industry that didn’t believe in their vision, they spent over a decade building an gold-standard of service to international levels. On stage, Kyla shares how to create a five-star client experience by understanding the DNA of your business, and what it takes to be the steward of your brand. This is one you won’t want to miss.
Leisa Cournane, Co-Owner, Compleat Wellness.
Courage To Hold Your Vision How long are you willing to hold your vision? Leisa made a quiet, unwavering decision to commit to her ideas - no matter how long it took. What followed was a decade-long journey, guided by what matters most: family, inclusiveness, and to influence a conscious shift in people health and wellness. On stage, she shares the path to co-owning the deeply loved Compleat Wellness Store, why there is growth of the business year on year, and how the right partnerships offer more than sharing the load, it invites legacy. This is lived wisdom to encourage your business ventures.
Sheree Williams, Business Owner, SW Real Estate.
You Are Your Brand. Sheree Williams is the founder of SW Real Estate and has created a bold, energetic and fast-growing independent brand that challenges traditional Real Estate methods. Sheree brings a creative edge that reflects her personality and who practices genuine care for everyone in her orbit. ON stage, we get to step into Sheree's business vault to discover the true meaning of being the woman behind the brand. Sheree encourages you to remember that 'You are your brand'. Sheree shares the real story behind building a business that works, lessons learned along the way, the importance of having the right people by your side and why you need all 3 'H's (honesty, hustle and heart) to be successful. Get ready to be dosed with strategies and powerful wisdom.
Mich Schwab, Director of Mortgage Matchmakers - Tauranga.
Rebuilding With Grace. Mich describes being in business as one of her 'happy places' where she can bring her style, standards and care. After a significant setback in business, she returned to employment. This only crushed her entrepreneurial spirit. Through deep reflection, Mich chose to begin again, reaching profitability within just six months. Awarded NZ Advisors 2026 Top 10 Advisors award, Mich has truly returned to her happy place. On stage, Mich shares both the practical steps she took, the inner work that supported her to move forward with grace and the importance of giving back.
Christine Wardell, Business Owner, Christinz Clothing Design - Central Otago.
Rock Your Style. Christine has one mission: to make women feel happy in what they wear. What began with one woman asking for a single pair of pants soon led to a party plan event… and from there, her brand grew organically. From early pop-ups to building a nationally recognized label, Christine’s journey will inspire and delight. Christine believes in high-touch, sustainable clothing designed to last with pieces that feel beautiful to wear. Christine is her brand: designer, maker, and visionary, building a business that is both joyful and highly profitable. On stage, Christine shares how to rock your style, the power of knowing who you are, and how love is the catalyst for success.
Kylie Switalla, Solopreneur, True Growth.
At Home in Your Body. Kylie Switalia’s journey began with resistance. From “couch potato” to certified trainer, her growth has been shaped by the courage to listen to her inner voice saying, you can do this and help other women too. Kylie now guides women home to their bodies, where true confidence is felt. Kylie believes physical strength creates a grounded sense of self that flows into every area of life. Working within a franchise model, she has learned to stay true to her voice and brand while navigating external expectations. On stage, Kylie shares how to build inner and outer confidence, and how strength allows you to open to more of what life can offer. Kylie will guide you through gentle resistance-based tools to experience how to come home to your body every day.
Anna Schaumkel, Founder, She's The Business.
Anna is the host of Women Who Lead with Love, curating the experience of the day as a deeply intentional transformational space. Her work is devoted to women leading and launching movements through her Goddess Mentorship Programs and She’s The Business events. These are sacred spaces for women to refine how they choose to show up and lead change that extends into relationships, workplaces, and communities. For Anna, this is how we change the world with love. On stage, Anna will guide you through a powerful integration session to ground today’s insights into one clear step or strategy that moves your vision forward and supports your next rise.
Spotlight - Defining Your Future
Sandra Prebble is known as an award-winning photographer. Sandra shares how the launch was just the start of making a bigger impact for women.
Spotlight - Defining Your Future
To create is one thing and to launch another. Samara Wech shares how the launch process gave her momentum to complete her book, Healing from everyday mental health struggles.
DRESS TO FEEL GOOD. Choose comfortable and layers are recommended.
HOW THE DAY WILL GO.
Arrive.
8:30am - 9:15am.
The Langlands foyer - ground floor.
Come early for registration with the team. Receive your gift bag. Mix and mingle with each other.
Tea & coffee are served on arrival.
REFRESH.
12:00pm - 1.00pm
Lunch intermission to refuel and share over lunch.
MELD BUFFET $50.00
Enjoy a delicious lunch at Meld so you don't have to leave the retreat. Connect and share in the relaxed MELD setting.
MELD-BUFFET LUNCH MENU
Slow roasted lamb shoulder, pickled radish, olive salsa and jus DF GF Creamy potato mash with chives GF V
Peruvian grilled chicken thigh with cilantro green sauce GF DF Grilled seasonal vegetables
V GF (DF on request)
Greek tomato salad, cucumber, gem lettuce, feta, kalamata, dried oregano, EVOO dressing
V GF
SWEETS
Seasonal fruit skewers V GF DF
Mini citrus tart with burned meringue V
Served with freshly brewed tea and coffee
$50.00 Per person
Book with Anna by 30 June.
JOIN THE TABLE AT BREW'D.
Pre-order and pay at Brew'd and the team will deliver to your table. Bookings essential.
Pre-book before or on the morning of the retreat with Brew'd.
AFTERNOON TEA.
3:00pm - 3:20pm
Savor or sweet, we have selected gluten free options to keep you nourished throughout the afternoon.
EVENT CLOSE.
5:45pm - 6:00pm
***Times are approximate and may shift slightly to accommodate the natural flow of the event.
We’ll always keep you updated along the way.”
We look forward to sharing this incredible, empowering day with you.
Anna Schaumkel & The Team
Tickets for good, not greed Humanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity
