The Lab — Freedom Lab Retreat 2026

Big Cedar Lodge  ·  Nov. 1–3, 2026

The
Lab.

World-Class Leadership.
World-Class Golf.
For a World-Class Experience.
Big Cedar Golf
Payne's Valley
30
Seats. Hard cap.
2
Immersive Days
2
Rounds of Golf

Why Leaders Come to The Lab

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Unlike any coaching I've experienced, this work helped me operate from who I truly am — not just react to problems. It's offense, not defense.

Business Owner  ·  50+ Employee Company

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Most leadership coaching feels reactive. Here, I'm building clarity and momentum from my identity. These guys are proactive.

CEO  ·  Multi-State Tech Company

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For me, it wasn't about fixing what's broken — it's about unlocking who you already are and using it to move forward.

Owner & Operator  ·  Global Organization

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The Vision

A World-Class Experience
Designed to Care For and Coach Souls.

To host you, empower you, and have fun with you.

01
Mornings in Deep Session
The framework that's produced national champions and transformed executive teams.
02
Afternoons on World-Class Fairways
Payne's Valley by Tiger Woods. Cliffhangers at Mountain Top. Two of the most celebrated courses in America — including the iconic 19th Hole island green.
03
Evenings at Tables Worthy of the Conversation
Liberty Cruise dinners on Table Rock Lake, nightcap fires, and a Grand Finale Private Chef dinner.

Why Leaders Come to The Lab

"

Unlike any coaching I've experienced, this work helped me operate from who I truly am — not just react to problems. It's offense, not defense.

Business Owner  ·  50+ Employee Company

"

Most leadership coaching feels reactive. Here, I'm building clarity and momentum from my identity. These guys are proactive.

CEO  ·  Multi-State Tech Company

"

For me, it wasn't about fixing what's broken — it's about unlocking who you already are and using it to move forward.

Owner & Operator  ·  Global Organization

The Itinerary

Two Days.
One Transformation.

Full Schedule

Sunday, Nov. 1 — Arrival

The Welcome

18:00
The Hearth & Horizon (optional)
Beachside fire at Table Rock Lake. Drinks, appetizers, no shop talk — just presence.

Monday, Nov. 2 — Day 1

More Than High Performance

08:30
Sessions 1 & 2
Participation & Identity. The Core. Stripping back the Title to find the Person.
13:30
Golf at Payne's Valley
Tiger Woods design. The iconic 19th Hole island green.
19:30
Liberty Cruise Dinner
Sunset on Table Rock Lake. Then bourbon, cigars & fire.

Tuesday, Nov. 3 — Day 2

The New Standard

09:00
Sessions 3 & 4
Mindset, Strategy & Growth. Leave with a personal freedom plan and a clear path forward.
13:30
Golf at Cliffhangers
13-hole short course. World-class Ozark views.
18:30
Grand Finale Dinner
Private Chef dinner. The sunset cannon ceremony.

From Their Mouths

National Champions.
All-Americans. Leaders.

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"I'm proud of the national championship… but I'm most proud that all of these players know WHO they are, regardless of their performance."

2025 National Champion Head Coach

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"Freedom Lab helped me slow down and actually deal with the fear underneath my game. I'm learning who I am — and to compete more free."

SEC Basketball Player

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"The Freedom Lab process changed my whole experience on the field. I played the best soccer of my life — but more importantly, I got my joy back."

2025 All-American

Fall 2026  ·  Big Cedar Lodge  ·  Branson, MO

30 Seats. Hard Cap.
Once We're Full, We're Full.

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The Itinerary

Two Days,
One World-Class Experience.

November 1–3, 2026. Sunday evening arrival through Tuesday sunset. Sessions in the morning. Championship golf in the afternoon. Unforgettable dining every evening.

Sunday Monday, Nov. 2 — Day 1 Tuesday, Nov. 3 — Day 2

Fully Included

Lodging  ·  All meals
2 rounds of golf
All sessions & materials
No hidden costs.

Sunday Evening

The Welcome

18:00 – 20:00
The Hearth & Horizon (optional)
Optional drinks and beachside fire at Table Rock Lake. Low lighting, acoustic background, heavy appetizers. No shop talk — just presence and rapport.

Monday — Day 1

More Than High Performance

08:00
Breakfast
Private catered breakfast at the meeting site.
08:30 – 10:30
Session 1: Participation & Identity
Stripping back the "Title" to find the "Person." The foundational framework.
10:30 – 10:40
Break
10:40 – 12:00
Session 2: The Core
Going deeper. The framework that changes how leaders show up under pressure.
12:00 – 13:00
Lunch
Light, clean. Avoid the afternoon slump.
13:30 – 18:00
Golf at Payne's Valley
Tiger Woods' TGR Design. 18 holes. The iconic 19th Hole island green.
19:30
The Liberty Cruise Dinner
Sunset on Table Rock Lake. Private dinner cruise.
21:30
Nightcap & Fire
Bourbon, cigars, and unforced conversation.

Tuesday — Day 2

The New Standard

08:00 – 08:30
Working Breakfast
Guided reflection. Process Day 1 before the morning sessions.
09:00 – 10:30
Session 3: Mindset & Strategy
Where identity meets execution. Leading yourself so you can lead others.
10:30 – 10:40
Break
10:40 – 12:00
Session 4: Strategy & Growth
Final takeaways. Every attendee leaves with a personal freedom plan.
12:00 – 13:00
Lunch
Enjoy a final midday meal before an unforgettable afternoon on the course.
13:30 – 17:30
Golf at Cliffhangers
13-hole short course at Mountain Top. 400 feet of Ozark descent.
18:30
Grand Finale Dinner
Private Chef dinner. Awards, reflections, and the legendary sunset cannon ceremony.
Optional
Stay Tuesday Night
Prefer not to drive home after the finale? Additional Tuesday night lodging (Nov. 3) is available at a discounted group rate — just let us know when you register.

This Is Your Invitation.

30 seats  ·  Fall 2026

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The Setting

Big Cedar
Lodge.

Big Cedar Golf
Payne's Valley

Nestled in the Ozark Mountains above Table Rock Lake. Founded by Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris — the resort has hosted Presidents, CEOs, and PGA Tour events. Named America's Best Golf Resort by USA Today readers in 2025.

The Property

Built for Leaders Who Expect the Best

Championship Golf

Six courses — Payne's Valley (Tiger Woods), Buffalo Ridge (Fazio), Ozarks National (Coore & Crenshaw), and the spectacular Cliffhangers par-3 on a limestone cliff.

Fine Dining

11 restaurants on property. From Worman House's elegance to Arnie's Barn at Top of the Rock, with Table Rock Lake views throughout.

Luxury Lodging

Private cottages and lodge rooms. Stone fireplaces, full kitchens, private patios. Lodging fully covered in every pricing tier.

Table Rock Lake

The Liberty Cruise Dinner — Monday evening at sunset. One of the most memorable dining experiences in the country.

Spa & Wellness

Cedar Creek Spa with massage, hydrotherapy, and full wellness services.

Getting Here

Ridgedale, MO — 3 hours from Kansas City, 45 min from Springfield-Branson Airport. Concierge & transportation coordination included.

Mountain Top  ·  Cliffhangers

Mountain Top  ·  Clubhouse Lounge

01

Payne's Valley — Day 1

Tiger Woods' TGR Design. Named Best New Public Course in America by Golf Digest (2021). Features the iconic 19th Hole island green — an experience unlike any other.

02

Cliffhangers — Day 2

13-hole par-3 on a mountain with 400 feet of vertical descent. Breathtaking Ozark views and the legendary sunset cannon ceremony to close the retreat.

The Stage Is Set.

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Investment

Lodging, Meals,
and Golf.
All Included.

No hidden costs. A complete, all-in experience.

Option 1

Standard
$4,200

per person

Fully Included

Shared room lodging, all meals & fine dining, 2 rounds championship golf, welcome swag bag

  • All 4 leadership sessions
  • 2 nights lodging — shared room
  • All meals & fine dining (Sun–Tue)
  • 2 rounds championship golf
  • Liberty Cruise Dinner
  • Grand Finale Dinner
  • Welcome swag bag

Option 2  ·  Most Popular

Premier
$5,000

per person

Everything in Standard, plus

Private room at Big Cedar Lodge, priority tee time, 1:1 debrief call

  • Everything in Standard
  • Private lodge room
  • Priority course & tee time selection
  • 1:1 debrief call with facilitators

Option 3

Custom
Let's Talk

Volume & team pricing available

Everything in Premier, plus

Custom team session add-on, co-branding, dedicated point of contact

  • Everything in Premier
  • Custom team session add-on
  • Co-branding opportunities
  • Volume pricing available
  • Dedicated point of contact
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30 seats. Hard cap. Once we're full, we're full.

Why This Investment

Not Another Conference.

Intentionally Small

30 seats. Hard cap. This experience is intentionally small so every conversation matters. Once we're full, we're full.

Zero Hidden Costs

Lodging, meals, and golf are fully included. A complete, all-in experience. Show up, receive, go home transformed.

World-Class Setting

Big Cedar Lodge. Payne's Valley. Table Rock Lake. The backdrop matches the caliber of the people in the room.

Beyond the Boardroom

The retreat is set at one of America's finest golf resorts for a reason. The best conversations and the deepest breakthroughs happen outside four walls — and the fairway delivers both.

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Option 1

Standard

$4,200

Shared room · All inclusive

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Option 2

Premier

$5,000

Private room · All inclusive

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Partnership

Direct Access.
Deeply Integrated.

We're pursuing a small number of brand partners who align with the experience: world class. Direct access to a curated room of 40 high-impact leaders. Exclusive, high-visibility, deeply integrated.

Brand Partners

World Class Only.

Golf & Equipment

Titleist Callaway

Branded gear for every attendee. Logo'd take-home gifts. Potential demo day on the course.

Spirits & Beverage

Woodford Reserve Casamigos

Sponsor the Nightcap & Fire or Grand Finale Dinner. Branded experience with deep roots in executive culture.

Lifestyle & Luxury Gifts

YETI lululemon BOSE Whoop

Premium welcome bag items. High-visibility gifting. Products used long after the retreat ends.

Sponsor Investment

Three Ways to Be in the Room.

Bronze
$2,500

Logo on materials, branded product in welcome bags, verbal recognition throughout.

Gold
$5,000

Everything in Bronze + VIP attendee seat + sponsored experience + speaking opportunity.

Presenting
$10,000

Title sponsor, 2 VIP seats, session naming rights, full social + media package.

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