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Leadership

Decades of leading breakthrough retreats globally

Kirk Reynolds
Kirk Reynolds
Founder & CEO

I spent 21 years leading outdoor programs, including building Discover Outdoors to more than 10,000 clients a year on adventures like Kilimanjaro, Machu Picchu and Everest Base Camp. I sold it and founded Wilder, where I lead creative vision and strategy.

I live in Boulder with my wife and five children.

Kim Burchfield
Kim Burchfield
Head of Operations & Client Success

I bring 25+ years in global travel and experiential programming. Before Wilder, I led immersive programs at WorldStrides across six continents. Today I lead Operations, so every retreat runs flawlessly.

I’ve lived in 4 countries and traveled to 40.

Your Retreat Team

From the first call to the last night

Lauren Manson
Lauren Manson
Senior Client Manager

I’ve spent a decade in travel, leading groups of 10 to 150+ across six continents.

Laura Bagwell
Laura Bagwell
Senior Client Manager

I focus on client success and experiential learning. I’ve been to 35+ countries and speak four languages.

Morgan Torres, Account Executive at Wilder Retreats
Morgan Torres
Account Executive

I come from hospitality and event production, and I guide clients from the first call to onsite.

Sarah Tillery
Sarah Tillery
Client Manager

I’m a calm, solution-driven lead on complex logistics, from venue to final itinerary.

Kirstin Abraham
Kirstin Abraham
Client Manager

I turn ideas into well-run experiences so clients can focus on connecting with each other.

Kelli Willis
Kelli Willis
Client Manager

I have 15+ years in program management. I’m PMP-certified and a former Branch Chief at USDA-FSIS.

Matt Prewitt
Matt Prewitt
Sales Operations

I keep the booking journey smooth and stress-free from the very first conversation.

Facilitators

The people in the room with your leaders

Mike Sweeney
Mike Sweeney
Executive coach & organizational psychologist

I help leadership teams perform under pressure. I’ve trained hundreds of leaders and teach graduate courses on team dynamics.

Former VP, Bain & Company
Betsy Stubblefield Loucks
Betsy Stubblefield Loucks
Strategy & mindfulness facilitator

I’ve spent two decades guiding organizations through visioning and change, with a balance of structure and spaciousness.

MS, Harvard · Clients: BASF, the CDC, Brown University
Damian Ewens
Damian Ewens
Strategist & ocean adventurer

I’ve spent 25 years guiding leaders through change, blending executive insight with mindfulness and breathwork.

Stanford-trained · Clients: Tiffany & Co., Fendi, the Obama White House
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Our Mission

Inspire connection, innovation and growth through unforgettable retreats, rooted in nature.

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