Are you successful but still feeling unsatisfied? Do you think about business 24/7? Have you found yourself answering emails late into the night? Are you canceling on friends because you’re too tired? Do you spend the weekends in solitude because you’re burnt out from the week? Have you secretly dreamt of working for someone else so you don’t have to be the boss?
It’s time for a reset. And we have the solution for you.
JUNE 8 - 11, 2025
Imagine if:
- You were clear on your next steps in your career or business
- Burnout was a thing of the past
- Your life was more aligned with your purpose and passions
- Your impact became more important than your income
- You were a more present partner, parent, friend
- You woke up each day with a deeper sense of peace and purpose
- You had more time to do the things that bring you joy
- You had a strong community to lean on
The solution?
The Ignite '25 Retreat - an intimate Cougar-only retreat for leaders, professionals, and business owners. Come alongside like-minded individuals who are in the same boat as you. Learn new ways to release stress, realign yourself, and help you live a more fulfilling life. Walk away with the peace and clarity you need both as a person and as a professional.
This retreat is for you if:
- You’re a Coug
- You're tired of feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed
- You’re ready to get uncomfortable
- You crave community (of like minded Cougs)
- You’re ready to rediscover and live out your purpose
- You want to Ignite your passions and start to build a life that you love
LODGING
MEALS
DAILY MOVEMENT & ACTIVITIES
WORKSHOPS & UNIQUE EXPERIENCES
Travel to and from Alderbrook Resort & Spa
Hosted by CougsFirst! with guest speakers, facilitators, and community builders like Collin Henderson, Nick Reilly, and Coach Ellyn!
The Ignite '25 Retreat will be hosted entirely at Coug-owned Alderbrook Resort & Spa.
Overlooking Hood Canal in Union, you will find a place that feels like few other resorts in Washington State.
Framed by charming wood and timber architecture, towering evergreens and views of Olympic Mountain, Alderbrook Resort & Spa seems utterly removed from civilization yet is just two hours from Seattle and Portland.
Included in each accommodation is luxurious linens, oversized bathrobes with slippers, aromatic bath amenities and Keurig single cup coffee and tea selections. Complimentary Wi-Fi is also available in each guestroom, as well as throughout the resort.
Alderbrook Resort also offers complimentary parking, as well as 2 EV Chargers in their parking lot.
PRICING
$3500 per person
With sweeping views of the courtyard lawn, enjoy a window seat, a luxurious King sized bed, a private balcony with seating, a deep soaking tub, and a writing desk.
Each Single Occupancy room includes:
- One (1) King bed
- Cable television with in-room movies
- Chromecast your device to in-room television
- Iron and ironing board
- Refrigerator
- Air conditioner
- 350 square feet
Please note: If you would like to bring another guest with you and share a room, please let us know! We can get a limited number of double occupancy rooms, offering a discounted rate for both attendees.
BEN BLUSTEIN
Ben Blustein, a Washington State alum, has practiced yoga since 2016 and earned his teaching certificate in Goa, India, in 2017. He currently teaches at YogaSix Mercer Island and Praxis in Ballard. He offers yoga and sound bath meditation sessions to corporate clients like Meta, Amazon, and Salesforce. Ben also volunteered with Yoga Behind Bars at Echo Glen Children's Center. His interests include golf, basketball, music, concerts, and creating playlists. Go Cougs!
ELLYN SCHINKE
Ellyn Schinke is a former scientist turned speaker and the #1 burnout and stress management coach on Google. She is unapologetically committed to providing no-BS, non-cookie-cutter burnout solutions to organizations and individuals. Ellyn has spoken to audiences worldwide, including LinkedIn, CUES, the American Licorice Company, and Avery Dennison. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Fast Company, Reader’s Digest, CUES Impact, and as a Senior-Level Contributor at Brainz Magazine.
As a former scientist and corporate employee-turned-manager, Ellyn is on a mission to help high-achievers understand that while burnout may happen, staying burned out is a choice.
When she’s not coaching or speaking, you’ll find Ellyn hiking, singing karaoke, capturing moments as an amateur photographer, or diving into her latest creative project. Because, as she says, no one likes a burned-out burnout coach—and she’s all about practicing what she preaches.
COLLIN HENDERSON
Collin Henderson is the founder and CEO of Master Your Mindset, LLC, a leader in the field of mental conditioning. Collin left his corporate role as a number one ranked medical sales professional and national sales trainer to now be considered by many, including acclaimed broadcaster, Jim Rome, “One of the best mindset coaches in the industry." Collin has written seven books and two journals and his Master Your Mindset Podcasts has hundreds of thousands of downloads worldwide. Collin has personally trained #1 NBA draft picks, Heisman trophy finalists, NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL athletes, and corporate executives looking to get that mental edge.
Collin’s innovative trainings on mindset, culture, and sales psychology have been utilized by some of the world’s best organizations including: Nike, Zillow, Los Angeles Dodgers, Lululemon, Anaheim Ducks, Microsoft, Salesforce, Alaska Airlines, FedEx, and Amazon. Collin teaches his mindset curriculum with college teams and school districts across the country.
Collin has field experience as the Director of Mental Conditioning with the UCLA Women’s Basketball program and is also a Head Mental Performance Coach with Russell Wilson’s groundbreaking company Limitless Minds, who provide elite mindset training to the nation’s top corporations.
SAM WILLING
Sam Willing is a transformational executive coach, consultant, speaker and podcaster with extensive expertise in Organizational Development and Human Resources. She is dedicated to equipping business leaders to unlock their full potential and achieve new levels of excellence by aligning their leadership approach with their core values and true identity. Through close partnership, her clients develop high-impact leadership skills, personal resilience, and reconnect with their “why.” Sam’s clients experience deep transformation, build strong confidence, and learn how to find success without sacrificing their values or most cherished priorities—including themselves. By balancing both self-care and soul-care, she empowers women to lead boldly, drive results, and discover renewed energy and restored balance across all areas of life.
Sam is also the founder and CEO of The Compassionate Collective, a social impact marketplace that creates meaningful opportunities for artists and businesses to engage in delivering messages of hope and compassion to all. Additionally, she is the founder and host of the “Imperfection Wins” podcast that focuses on embracing imperfection and compassion for oneself and others.
