Smart Thinking Mid-Year Leadership Retreat

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM CDT

Marian University Stayer Center - 45 S. National Avenue Fond du Lac, WI 54935 USA

Hear from four thought leaders who bring fresh perspectives on leadership and growth.

Wednesday, January 7, 2026
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Cost: $200

(Check-In: 8:00 am)

Hear from four thought leaders who bring fresh perspectives on leadership and growth.

Urs Koenig - Radical Humility: Be a Badass Leader and a Good Human
Urs will highlight how humility and boldness together can make leaders both effective and deeply human.

Bob Vajgrt - The Story In Your Head
Proves that extraordinary leadership comes from ordinary people who lead authentically.

Dr. Rainey Briggs - Beyond the Label: A Leader’s Journey from IEP to EdD
Shares a powerful story of overcoming educational barriers—from poverty to leadership—demonstrating the strength of community and the fight against systemic inequities.

Aaron Sadoff - MindCraft: The Art of Positive Thinking RIGHT NOW
Shares strategies for harnessing the power of positive thinking in the moment.

CESA 6 Payment Policy for Event Registrations
CESA 6 accepts credit card payments for all event registrations. If you are unable to complete your registration using a credit card, please contact Deb Roensch, droensch@cesa6.org, 920-236-0502 for assistance with alternative arrangements.
Please note if an alternative payment is needed, a purchase order must be received before your registration can be confirmed. All registrations must be finalized before the event date.
Alternative payment methods may be approved under the following circumstances:

Registration fees exceed $1,000
A specific funding source is being used (e.g., Title funds)
Your school district requires use of an internal payment process

Cancellations for Events

Participant Cancellations: Cancellations must be submitted in writing by emailing events@cesa6.org. Registrants who cancel at least 14 calendar days prior to the event start date are eligible for a full refund, minus any non-refundable service or material fees. Cancellations received 7 to 13 calendar days before the event will be eligible for a 50% refund. No refunds will be provided for cancellations made within 7 calendar days of the event. Participants who do not attend without prior notice ("no call, no show") will be charged the full event fee.

Event Changes or Cancellations by CESA 6: CESA 6 reserves the right to change or cancel an event due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to low enrollment, presenter availability, or other factors beyond our control. Participants will be notified promptly via email and offered either a full refund or a credit toward a future event.

Registration Transfers: Registrations may be transferred to another individual from the same organization at no additional cost. Please contact us at least 48 hours before the event start date to request a transfer.

Read more CESA 6 Terms of Service here.