The 2026 AHECC Retreat
February 9-11, 2026
The River Street Inn, Savannah, GA
Registration Now Open!
Get ready to Connect, Elevate, and Recharge.
Your registration is the spark that kicks it all off and includes all retreat sessions, curated materials, event spaces, and several group meals.
What is the AHECC Retreat?
Porch-side conversations
Cobblestone strolls
Riverfront sunsets
Think less conference ballroom and more intimate gathering. The Retreat is our signature in-person event, created exclusively for higher education consultants and coaches.
It’s designed to help you strengthen your business strategy, deepen your network, and restore your energy.
You’ll experience:
Curated conversations that go beyond surface networking
Interactive workshops with real takeaways for your business
Space to breathe—time for reflection, wellness, and play
A balanced focus on business growth and personal renewal
It’s not just about collecting strategies—it’s about finding your community, recharging your energy, and designing a practice (and life) that feels sustainable.
Secure your spot today:
Early Bird registration $390, available until 11/09
Regular registration $425, available 11/10-12/09
Late registration $475, available 12/10-01/09
We’ll follow up with a detailed email and an invite to the private Mighty Networks channel for Retreat participants.
Cancellations for a refund will be accepted until 1/09/2026 minus a $50 administrative fee.
Lasting Takeaways from the Retreat
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Connect
Connect with peers who understand the complexity of this work. In this intimate setting, you’ll build genuine relationships and a supportive network that continues well beyond the retreat.
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Elevate
Elevate your practice with field-tested strategies designed for the unique realities of higher education consulting and coaching.
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Recharge
Recharge by stepping back from the daily grind to find fresh clarity, renewed energy, and the space for bold vision-setting.
Get to know our venue
Savannah, Georgia &
The River Street Inn
Savannah is a city like no other—where stunning architecture, centuries of history, and warm Southern hospitality meet modern energy. It’s the perfect backdrop for sparking ideas, building connections, and finding renewal.
Our retreat home base is the River Street Inn, a historic treasure on the scenic Savannah River in the heart of the Historic District. Just steps from the city’s best restaurants, boutiques, galleries, and landmarks, the Inn blends timeless charm with riverside energy.
Guest rooms pair historic character with modern comfort, and outside your door you’ll find cobblestone streets, river views, and the chance to soak in Savannah’s one-of-a-kind vibe.
We’ve secured a room block with discounted rates:
Single/Double: $219 per night
Triple: $244 per night
Quadruple: $269 per night
(plus applicable taxes/fees; destination fee reduced to $15 per room/per night)
Staying together at the River Street Inn means retreat conversations continue over morning coffee on the riverfront and evening strolls through the Historic District—exactly the kind of organic connection that makes this experience special.
Hotel reservations must be made through our hotel block no later than January 9, 2026 & linked below.
Schedule at a Glance
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February 9
Registration Opens
Welcome & Opening @1pm
Group Lunch
Afternoon Sessions
Happy Hour & Social Time
Dinner on the Town
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February 10
Optional Breakfast Club
Morning Sessions
Group Lunch
Afternoon Sessions
Happy Hour & Social Time
Dinner on the Town
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February 11
Optional Breakfast Club
Morning Sessions
Group Brunch
Celebration & Send-Off
Closing, ends by 1pm
Travels Home
The AHECC Retreat is an investment in your voice, your value, and your vision.
FAQ’s
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This event is open to higher ed consultants or coaches who are current members of AHECC.
Whether you’re just starting out, building momentum, or leading at scale—you’ll find your people here.
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Registration includes all retreat sessions, curated materials, and many meals and refreshments during the program. Lodging and travel are on your own. We have secured an amazing venue with an affordable room block at the River Street Inn.
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Each day weaves together our three core themes seamlessly. You'll have dedicated time to connect with peers through meaningful conversations and collaborative learning, participate in sessions designed to elevate your practice with actionable strategies, and recharge through reflection, networking, and restorative activities.
Our theme is Connect, Elevate, Recharge, and we mean it.
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Our retreat begins at 1pm on Monday 2/09 and ends by 1pm on Wednesday 2/11
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Come as yourself: comfortable, confident, and retreat-ready.
You may want to pack an outfit or two that you love for group photos or optional headshots with our amazing photographer.
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Monday: Lunch, refreshments, and evening happy hour with beverages and appetizers
Tuesday: Lunch, all-day refreshments, and evening happy hour with beverages and appetizers
Wednesday: Brunch and refreshments
Breakfast and dinners are not included. Instead, we’ll host an informal “Breakfast Club” each morning to explore local coffee shops together, and optional group dinners at moderately priced local restaurants.
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Yes! Our hotel block at the beautiful River Street Inn includes the option to book an extra night before the retreat begins (Sunday) or stay an extra night (Wednesday) at the group rate.
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Our hotel block is now open! Please visit: https://tinyurl.com/AHECCMeeting to make your room reservation no later than 1/09/2026.
You registered… now what?
We can’t wait to see you in Savannah!
Once you register, we will reach out via email with all the details.
Next step? Book your hotel room through our Hotel Block link by January 9, 2026, and start planning your travel to Savannah.
Driving? Valet parking is available at the River Street Inn for $50 per night.
Flying in? Skip the rental car—the airport is just 20 minutes away, the Historic District is walkable, and we’ll have a Mighty Networks chat to coordinate airport ride-shares.
