The AHECC Retreat
February 8–11, 2027
Austin, TX
Where clarity, creativity, and community come together.
Every element of the Retreat has been intentionally designed to help you strengthen your practice, build lasting relationships, and leave with renewed clarity and momentum.
Registration Now Open!
Secure your spot for the 2027 AHECC Retreat (February 8th-11th, 2027) in Austin, Texas - an energizing, relationship-centered experience created for consultants and coaches serving higher education.
What's included with your registration
Three nights of boutique accommodations
Private bedroom with 2 queen beds or 1 king bed
Daily housekeeping
Exclusive access to the entire Inn Cahoots property
Hosted meals
All retreat learning experiences
Professional headshots
Curated retreat materials
To reserve your spot, a $500 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration. The remaining balance is due by January 8, 2027.
Participants may choose to pay in full or pay in installments, provided the balance is paid in full by the January 8 deadline.
The AHECC Retreat is an investment in your voice, your value, and your vision.
What is the AHECC Retreat?
Clear Thinking. Bold Ideas. A community that inspires.
The AHECC Annual Retreat is our flagship in-person experience, created exclusively for higher education consultants and coaches who want more than another conference.
Step away from the day-to-day to think strategically, strengthen your business, explore new ideas, and connect with peers who understand both the opportunities—and the realities—of building a consulting or coaching practice.
Set in the creative energy of Austin, Texas, the retreat combines practical learning, collaborative problem-solving, and authentic connection in an environment designed to help you move your business—and yourself—forward with greater clarity and confidence.
This isn't about collecting more ideas. It's about refining your direction, strengthening your business, and becoming part of a community that supports your growth long after the retreat ends.
Get to know our venue
Austin, TX and Inn Cahoots
The 2027 AHECC Annual Retreat will take place at Inn Cahoots, a boutique venue in the heart of Austin's vibrant East Side.
To create the most connected and immersive retreat experience possible, AHECC has reserved the entire property exclusively for retreat participants.
All participants stay on-site, ensuring that conversations, collaboration, and community continue long after the day's learning experiences have ended.
Participants who would like to arrive on Sunday may reserve an additional night at Inn Cahoots for an additional fee, subject to availability.
Each participant will enjoy:
Three nights and four days of boutique accommodations
Your own private bedroom, furnished with either one king or two queen beds, and a modern bathroom shared with just one other retreat participant
Daily housekeeping
Exclusive access to the entire Inn Cahoots property
Hosted meals
All retreat learning experiences
Professional mini headshot session
Curated retreat materials
Unlike a traditional conference hotel, Inn Cahoots is designed for connection. Recently renovated, every space has been intentionally selected to foster meaningful relationships and lasting collaborations.
Just beyond the property, Austin's renowned food, music, and creative culture provide the perfect setting to explore together and experience one of the country's most innovative cities.
Because the retreat experience is intentionally designed around a shared residential community, all participants are required to stay on-site. Off-site accommodations are not available as part of the retreat experience.
Lasting Takeaways from the Retreat
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Clarity
Create space to think beyond today's client work. Leave with greater focus, intentional direction, and a clear plan for what's next.
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Creativity
Explore new ideas, challenge assumptions, and discover fresh possibilities for your business. Leave energized with practical strategies you can put into action immediately.
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Community
Build authentic relationships with higher education consultants and coaches who understand your work. Leave with a trusted network that will continue to encourage, challenge, and support you long after the retreat end.
Registration
The 2027 Retreat is intentionally limited to just 24 participants, creating the space for meaningful conversation, personalized learning, and genuine connection. AHECC has reserved the entire Inn Cahoots property exclusively for our retreat community.
The investment for the 2027 Retreat is $1,500 per participant.
Your registration includes:
Three nights and four days of boutique accommodations
Your own private bedroom, furnished with either one king or two queen beds, and a modern bathroom shared with just one other retreat participant
All retreat learning experiences and curated materials
Professional mini headshot session
Most meals, refreshments, and snacks throughout the retreat
Happy hours and scheduled retreat activities
Exclusive access to the entire Inn Cahoots property
Reserve Your Spot: A $500 deposit is required by November 30, 2026, to guarantee your place at the Retreat. After November 30, registration will remain open only if space is available. You may pay the remaining $1,000 at registration or select two additional automatic payments of $500, processed on December 7, 2026, and January 7, 2027.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received by November 30, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET are eligible for a refund, less a $100 administrative fee. Because lodging, meals, and other retreat expenses are committed in advance, payments are non-refundable after November 30.
Late Registration: Registrations received after December 1, 2026, will be accepted only if space is available.
Schedule At a Glance
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Monday 2/08
Connect with Purpose
Arrive & check in by 12pm
Welcome lunch and kick-off
Community building activities
Learning sessions
Partner conversations
Networking Happy Hour
Sponsored group dinner
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Tuesday 2/09
Strengthen Your Practice
Breakfast
Learning sessions & labs
Mini Headshot Session
Lunch
Partner conversations
Guided mindfulness
Networking Happy Hour
Optional group dinner
“Austin After Hours” event
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Wednesday 2/10
Expand Your Influence
Breakfast
Learning sessions & labs
Partner conversations
Lunch
Action planning
Guided mindfulness
Networking Happy Hour
Optional group dinner
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Thursday 2/11
Carry It Forward
Breakfast
Commitment Presentations
Retreat Ceremony
Closing Brunch & Farewell by 12pm
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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Your retreat registration includes everything you need for a fully immersive experience:
Three nights and four days at Inn Cahoots
Your own private bedroom and a modern bathroom shared with one other participant
Daily housekeeping
All retreat learning experiences and facilitated discussions
Curated retreat materials and resources
Professional mini headshot session
Daily breakfasts and lunches, closing brunch, refreshments and snacks
Happy hours and one included group dinner
Scheduled retreat activities and Austin experiences
Exclusive access to the entire Inn Cahoots property
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Each day is intentionally designed to balance focused learning, meaningful connection, practical application, and time for reflection. The Retreat features interactive learning experiences, peer discussions, hands-on application, strategic planning, and collaboration. Evenings offer opportunities to continue conversations over happy hours, dinners, and shared Austin experiences.
Every element is designed to help you gain greater clarity, spark creativity, and build relationships with colleagues who will continue to encourage, challenge, and support you long after you leave Austin.conversations over meals, happy hours, and Austin experiences.
Every element of the retreat is thoughtfully designed to help you gain greater clarity, spark creativity, and build a lasting community of colleagues who will support your growth long after the retreat ends.
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The Retreat officially begins at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, February 8, and concludes at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 11. Participants should plan to arrive at Inn Cahoots in time for our opening lunch and may plan departures between 12:00–1:00 p.m. on Thursday.
We encourage participants to plan travel that allows them to fully experience both our opening and closing sessions, as each is an important part of the retreat experience.
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Absolutely! The 2027 Retreat builds on what participants loved about our inaugural gathering while creating an entirely new experience in Austin. You'll find the same emphasis on meaningful relationships and authentic community, alongside new learning experiences, fresh conversations, and an expanded four-day format.
Whether you're continuing work you began at the last Retreat or arriving with entirely new goals for your business, you'll have new opportunities to reflect, learn, connect, and move your practice forward.
You'll also experience learning opportunities designed around different stages of business growth, making it easier to focus on the questions and opportunities most relevant to where you are now.
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Your retreat registration includes a thoughtfully curated mix of hosted meals, refreshments, and social gatherings throughout the program, including daily breakfast, lunches, our closing brunch, happy hours, and a sponsored group dinner.
Two optional self-pay dinners at local Austin restaurants provide additional opportunities to connect while exploring the city together.
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Absolutely. Whether you're just launching your practice or leading a well-established business, the retreat is designed to meet you where you are.
Throughout the retreat, you'll participate in a mix of whole-group learning and thoughtfully facilitated small-group discussions with peers at similar stages of business, ensuring conversations are both relevant and enriching.
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Each participant will have their own private bedroom, furnished with either one king or two queen beds, along with daily housekeeping and access to shared common spaces designed for gathering and conversation.
Each modern bathroom is shared with just one other retreat participant, and you may request a preferred bathroom pairing. An ADA-accessible room is also available upon request.
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No. Your retreat registration includes three nights of lodging at Inn Cahoots, and your room will be reserved for you automatically. After you register, you'll receive additional details about your accommodations, arrival information, and everything you need to prepare for your stay.
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Yes! Participants who would like to arrive on Sunday afternoon or evening may reserve an additional night at Inn Cahoots for an additional fee, subject to availability. Please indicate your interest during registration, and AHECC will invoice you separately.
The retreat concludes on Thursday. If you'd like to extend your stay in Austin beyond the retreat, you'll need to make separate lodging arrangements, as AHECC's exclusive use of Inn Cahoots ends with the retreat.
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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 and headshots with our amazing photographer.
You registered… now what?
We can’t wait to see you in Austin!
Once you register, we'll reach out via email with everything you need to know about the retreat, including your accommodations, travel information, and what to expect before you arrive.
Next step? Book your travel to Austin and start getting excited! Your lodging at Inn Cahoots is already included with your registration, so there's no hotel reservation to make.
Flying in? Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is just a short drive or rideshare from Inn Cahoots.
We also created a private Mighty Networks space where participants can connect before the retreat, coordinate airport rides, and start building relationships before arriving in Austin. You will receive your invitation in Mighty Networks after you register for the Retreat.
Still have questions?