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Gifting our way thru the Midwest with a company for women, by women

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What would our Roadshow be without some gifting? And we think we have something pretty special for this one.

We are proud to partner with Essential Bodywear in our stops in Minneapolis, Chicago and St. Louis to bring you something different.

EBW isn’t just about a great product. They are building a community of women all across the country that use their own EBW business to lift women up and help them feel good.

With Project Uplift EBW has paired up with I Support the Girls, an organization that works to provide women and girls in need with necessities like bras and feminine hygiene products. By encouraging donation of gently used bras and new, individually wrapped hygiene products.

Essential Bodywear committed to continuing to build on this inclusive foundation, by not manipulating anyone’s body in marketing photos. In 2018, making a commitment to include women in marketing campaigns that more accurately reflected who they serve, they stopped searching for media-defined ‘ideal’ bodies and started searching for change-makers both within the Fit Stylists family and from general public. Brave woman applied to model their bras and underwear, be photographed and help in their mission. The energy at photo shoots is powerful, inspiring and life-changing. With the latest catalog breaking sales records, speaking loudly in favor of the change.

We have three gifts in three cities, as follows:

Join us in Minneapolis at the Marquette Hotel on Wednesday, July 26th from 8:00 am – 10:00 am for our Buyer’s Breakfast and receive the Convertible Dress which offers at least six different ways to style and wear this dress for a range of occasions. Crafted with luxurious and super smooth Modal fabric, this dress features a double layer of fabric for versatile styling as well as pill-resistance.

Join us in Chicago at The Pendry on Thursday, July 27th from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm and receive EBW’s buttery soft leggings with a comfortable mid-waist rise and wide waistband for extra support and control.

Join us in St. Louis at Olive + Oak in Webster Groves on Friday, July 28th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm and receive a comfy and versatile half zip crop pullover is buttery soft with just the right amount of stretch.

You can find registration information on our website at www.retreatsresources.com

We look forward to seeing you on the Midwest Roadshow!

 

Midwest Roadshow Incentive Blitz Stop #3 – Olive + Oak, St. Louis

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Hey there, St. Louis! It is our inaugural tour of the Midwest and our final stop on the 2023 Midwest Roadshow Incentive Blitz brings us to…. Olive + Oak in Webster Groves in St. Louis!

Known as an approachable restaurant and bar in a bustling neighborhood, Olive + Oak hand picks its thoughtful ingredient-driven food and drink for their bar and restaurant menu with you in mind, sourced locally whenever possible.

The historic building has been reimagined as an upscale urban destination suited to private parties and special celebrations. Created as a beautiful space where modern refinement meets relaxed revelry. The loft exudes subtle sophistication wherein the original warehouse aesthetic has been retained and complemented by pared-back furnishings and ambient lighting.

A mix of industrial and contemporary, the space itself is a blank canvas. Built-in staging with uplighting provides the perfect platform for entertainment, while state-of-the-art audio system and television wall can meet a range of production needs. Guests will notice a few classic O+O touches sprinkled throughout – the love for plants, hidden hearts, and the “I love you” sign where you fill in the blank.

Come join us in St. Louis at Olive + Oak in Webster Groves on Friday, July 28th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm for our Destination Showcase and Luncheon. We look forward to welcoming you to St. Louis and the final stop on the 2023 Midwest Roadshow!

Visit our website at www.retreatsresources for registration details!

Meet me in St. Louis!

 

 

 

Midwest Roadshow Incentive Blitz Stop #2 – The Pendry Chicago

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What’s up, Chicago! It is our inaugural tour of the Midwest and our second stop on the 2023 Midwest Roadshow Incentive Blitz brings us to…. The Pendry Chicago!

Set within the iconic 1929 Art Deco Carbide & Carbon Building in Chicago’s Loop neighborhood, Pendry Chicago is a contemporary hotel that is the right balance of luxury and comfort and inspired gathering spaces throughout that embody the spirit of Chicago. Its prime location sets the very best stage for discovering the city and its brightest attractions with ease and convenience.

The tower’s iconic art deco-styling has made it an inseparable part of the city’s skyline. According to an urban myth of the era, the Burnham Brothers designed the building to resemble a dark green champagne bottle topped by a gold foil. Who wouldn’t be drawn to a magnificent bottle of champagne?

Dining options at The Pendry include Venteux, “windy” in French as a nod to the Windy City, where a distinct Parisian-inspired setting sets the tone for this French brasserie, café and oyster and champagne bar with a modern take on French cuisine.

Bar Pendry is a Pendry signature, their version of the classic hotel bar, tailored to Chicago’s distinct sense of style in a rich, moody space with a central fireplace making it cozy for guests to enjoy libations all day into the evening.

And finally, Château Carbide, located on the 24th floor, is where an al fresco rooftop plays host to outstanding skyline views of Chicago in a one-of-a-kind airy atmosphere.

Come join us in Chicago at The Pendry on Thursday, July 27th from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm for our Destination Showcase in Gallery Ballroom followed by Lunch reception from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm in Chateau Carbide rooftop. We look forward to welcoming you to Chicago and the second stop on the 2023 Midwest Roadshow!

Visit our website at www.retreatsresources for registration details!

Oh come on baby don’t you wanna go, back to that same old place, Sweet Home Chicago.

 

Midwest Roadshow Incentive Blitz Stop #1 – The Marquette Hotel, Minneapolis

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Hey, Minneapolis! It is our inaugural tour of the Midwest and our first stop on the 2023 Midwest Roadshow Incentive Blitz brings us to you and…. The Marquette Hotel!

Partnering with SITE Minnesota we have you covered from head to toe on this one. Kicking off Tuesday, July 25th with the SITE Minnesota Welcome Reception at The Puttery from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm, followed by our Roadshow the following morning, July 26th, with a breakfast and Destination Showcase from 8:00 am -10:00 am at the Marquette Hotel. But wait, there is more…. If you register and attend our Destination Showcase we have your fees covered to attend the SITE Minnesota Education Day from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm afterwards at the Marquette Hotel.

The Marquette Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, is a luxury property located in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. Designed with a residential feel, the Marquette Hotel offers 281 newly refreshed guest rooms with sweeping views of the city below. All rooms and suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows, a hardwood floor foyer and premium bath fixtures and luxury amenities.

Meeting space includes 28,000 square feet of modern space across 19 venues, including a 50th floor ballroom offering skyline views. Dining options include the Jolliet House, the Marquette Lounge and the new Topgolf Swing Suite!

Come join us in Minneapolis at the Marquette Hotel on Wednesday, July 26th from 8:00 am – 10:00 am for our Buyer’s Breakfast and meet with our fabulous destination partners at the Destination Showcase in the Stars Ballroom followed by SITE Minnesota Education day from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm in the Galaxy Ballroom. We look forward to welcoming you to Minneapolis and the first stop on the 2023 Midwest Roadshow!

Visit our website at www.retreatsresources for registration details!

You might just make it afterall…..*throws hat in the air*

Lone Star State Roadshow Stop #3 – State of Grace, Houston

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Helllllooo, Houston! Our third and final stop on our 2023 Lone Star State Roadshow brings us to the hip, retro-inspired State of Grace in Houston!

Welcome to Texas in another time. Elegant lighting illuminates the leather, brick and wood textures in this place of business and banter. State of Grace is a place to make memories while eating good food. It is a homage to the power of recollection, drawn from memory and given a proper frame.

State of Grace is inspired by the scenic Hill Country with a heavy Gulf Coast influence fusing Texas smoke with Asian touches, along with nods to classic Tex-Mex dishes. Located in the River Oaks neighborhood of Houston, this energetic restaurant offers a menu of bold Southern dishes using locally sourced products, including an expansive cold bar and oyster program drawing from the Texas Gulf.

Come join us in Houston on Thursday, April 27 from 10 am – 12 pm for our Luxury Destination Showcase followed by a Luncheon from 12 pm – 2:00 pm. We look forward to welcoming you to Houston and the final stop on the 2023 Lone Star Roadshow!

Visit our website at www.retreatsresources for registration details!

 

 

Lone Star State Roadshow Stop #2 – Perry’s Steakhouse at Domain NORTHSIDE, Austin

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Hey, Austin! Our second stop on our 2023 Lone Star State Roadshow brings us to…. Perry’s Steakhouse in Austin!

Hello, happy hour, long Friday lunches, private business dinners, and celebratory parties at Perry’s Domain NORTHSIDE. It is here you can experience award-winning steaks, mouth-watering tableside presentations, the famous pork chop, flaming desserts and an expansive wine list. At Bar 79 you can sip refreshing cocktails and enjoy the expansive patio.

Come join us in Austin on Wednesday, April 26 from 10 am – 12 pm for our Luxury Destination Showcase followed by a Luncheon from 12 pm – 1:30 pm. We look forward to welcoming you to Austin and the second stop on the 2023 Lone Star Roadshow!

Visit our website at www.retreatsresources for registration details!

Lone Star State Roadshow Stop #1 – Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille, Frisco

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Hey y’all, we are heading to Texas! Our first stop on our 2023 Lone Star State Roadshow brings us to Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille in Frisco. With their trademark tag line Rare and Well Done® you know exactly what you are getting when you come to Perry’s.

Perry’s brings award-winning menus, iconic signatures, tableside presentations and impeccable service. With a spacious main dining room and quaint back room that can host up to a combined 223 guests, with a refined, warm and inviting atmosphere. With Perry’s open kitchen, guests can catch glimpses of chefs creating innovations, including the thick cut Perry’s Famous Pork Chop, as they dine amongst the twenty-foot-high wine tower featuring over 2,700 wines from around the world.

Perry’s island Bar 79, opening to a covered patio flanked with fireplaces is the perfect place to soak up warm Texas evenings. So, come join us at Perry’s Frisco and see, taste and experience what Rare and Well Done® is all about.

Come join us in Frisco on Tuesday, April 25 from 10 am – 12 pm for our Luxury Destination Showcase followed by a Luncheon from 12 pm – 1:30 pm. We look forward to welcoming you to Frisco and the first stop on the 2023 Lone Star Roadshow!

Visit our website at www.retreatsresources for registration details!

 

 

New South Roadshow Stop #4 – 21c Museum Hotel, Louisville

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Our final stop on our 2023 New South Roadshow brings us to the 21c Museum Hotel in Louisville. Its our first time ever bringing our signature showcase to Derby City and we wanted to go big at this funky, artsy, museum hotel. Its definitely a vibe.

Nestled in downtown Louisville on historic West Main Street, along Museum Row, 21c Museum Hotel Louisville is a multi-venue contemporary art museum, an award-winning 91-room boutique hotel, and home to acclaimed Proof on Main restaurant. The Red Penguin is one constant at 21c Louisville among the ever changing art exhibit at the hotel and museum.

“The public really chose the penguins,” says Wilson. “They were part of our opening exhibition in Louisville and people couldn’t help but interact with them. They would move them around, take photos with them, take them to dinner and to their rooms. They have really become an icon, and emblematic of our mission to make thought-provoking contemporary art more accessible to the public.”

Over a decade and many hotels later, each 21c has its own flock of Penguins — each in a color that embodies the singular identity of their city. The Penguins greet visitors throughout the hotel – in the lobby, elevators, restaurant, guest rooms, and often, where you least expect them.

Come see the Red Penguins who started it all for yourself and join us on our first ever stop in Louisville on Thursday, March 23 from 10 am – 12 pm for our Luxury Destination Showcase in the gallery followed by a Luncheon at Proof on Main at 21c Hotel. We look forward to welcoming you to Louisville and the final stop on the 2023 New South Roadshow!

The 21C Museum Hotel is indeed that, an art museum, and as such, contains some art which might not be to everyone’s taste. If you think this may be an issue for you, please check their latest exhibit by clicking here.

Visit our website at www.retreatsresources for registration details!

New South Roadshow Stop #3 – Conrad Nashville

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Our third stop on our 2023 New South Roadshow brings us to the Conrad Nashville. Opened in June 2022, the hotel represents everything that Nashville does best — layering in luxury hospitality with its 234 guest rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows.

Conrad Nashville is decorated with art works of local artists, another nod to a city that has long been recognized for being a home to those wishing to express themselves.

On lobby level Blue Aster — named after the Tennessee wildflower, known for its unique star shape symbolizing love, wisdom and charm — serves seafood-centric American cuisine with Southern flavors.

On the hotel’s third floor, Thistle & Rye is hip a whiskey bar featuring shareable, globally-inspired small plates while you sip cocktails on the patio overlooking downtown Nashville.

Come see for yourself and join us in Nashville on Wednesday, March 22nd from 10 am – 12 pm for our Luxury Destination Showcase in the ballroom followed by a Luncheon at Thistle and Rye at the Conrad. We look forward to welcoming you to Nashville and the third stop on the 2023 New South Roadshow!

Visit our website at www.retreatsresources for registration details!

New South Roadshow Stop #2 – Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa, Birmingham

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Our second stop on our 2023 New South Roadshow brings us to the Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa in Birmingham.

Ross Bridge Golf Resort and Spa
Includes dining and food, rooms, architecture, pool and bagpipes.

Set just outside the city, deep in the heart of the “Hidden Gem of the South,” this Birmingham hotel provides a uniquely inspired setting surrounded by the natural beauty and lush landscape of a Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail championship golf course.

With 259 guest rooms, 3 restaurants, The Spa at Ross Bridge, 18 event rooms, and over 25,000 square feet of meeting space, this Marriott property appeals to both the leisure traveler and the business traveler for obvious reasons. Did we mention the location is absolutely breathtaking?

Come see for yourself and join us in Birmingham on Tuesday, March 21st from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm for our Luxury Destination Showcase in the ballroom followed by a reception on the terrace from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, with live music, yummy food and open bar, firepits…and massage chairs! We look forward to welcoming you to Birmingham and the second stop on the 2023 New South Roadshow!

Visit our website at www.retreatsresources for registration details!