Purposeful Gatherings - Sidecar Summit
“This is the power of gathering. It inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful; in a word, more alive.”
— Alice Waters
Sidecar Summit is an in-person, several day gathering offering adventurous women leaders a chance to purposefully connect with one another, support each others’ leadership aspirations, brainstorm ways to address individual and collective leadership challenges, appreciate and celebrate female leadership attributes and ways these can best serve leaders and schools, and create new visions for individual and school success. They are co-created with participating summiteers in order to address relevant topics and provide a sense of buy-in and collective efficacy.
Summits are held several times a year in rural locations where nature and adventure opportunities are welcome guests, and are kept intentionally small to nurture an atmosphere of trust, camaraderie and intimacy. Confidentiality is paramount in order to encourage whole-hearted participation. What happens at the Summit … stays at the Summit.
2024-25 Summit Schedule
Summits are currently planned or under development for the following locations and dates:
Sidecar Summit Portugal
November 14-18, 2024
At capacity. Contact me for waitlist status.
Sidecar Summit Egypt
February 18-22, 2025
See below for details.
Sidecar Summit Asheville (NC, USA)
Late April, Early May 2025
In ‘concept of a plan’ stage. Stay tuned for details.
Sidecar Summit Egypt 2025: WONDER
February 18-22, 2025
Fayoum, Egypt
Themed around "Wonder," Sidecar Summit Egypt will explore the magic of curiosity and the power of imagination in leadership, particularly through the female lens. Through engaging discussions, interactive workshops, and transformative storytelling, attendees will explore how wonder fuels innovation and drives change.
Together, and reinforced by the historical, cultural and natural wonders of Egypt, we’ll cultivate a supportive environment where ideas can flourish and connections can deepen. We’ll celebrate the wonder within each of us and the strength of our collective voice.
We’ll inspire one another and envision a future of wonder-full possibilities for ourselves and the school communities we lead.
“The summit exceeded my expectations in every aspect. The venue, set amidst nature, provided a serene escape from the city chaos. The fresh and healthy food reflected a commitment to well-being. Prioritizing social and emotional well-being created a conducive environment for meaningful connections. The diverse professional backgrounds of attendees enriched discussions, and rejuvenating activities like massages and yoga added a retreat-like experience. The summit, with its holistic approach, surpassed expectations, offering a perfect blend of intellectual stimulation and personal rejuvenation.”
- Farhana Bari, Head of Primary, Esjberg International School
HEAR WHAT PREVIOUS SUMMITEERS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THEIR EXPERIENCE
“The openness of the other participants, the generosity of sharng of experiences, and the willingness to put aside rank & role to be there as ourselves.”
— Kyra Kellawan, Director of Development and Alumni Relations, Benjamin Franklin International School, Barcelona
“I believe something wonderful happened as we connect, learned, and supported one another.”
Amanda Sunderman, Head of School, Tarsus American College, Turkey