Concordia's Empower Entrepreneurship Retreat is a five-day, four-night on-campus experience for high school girls entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year. Designed to strengthen identity and leadership skills, the program equips participants with practical tools in entrepreneurship and well-being.
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June 15-19, 2026
On the campus of Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota
| Topics | |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Who Am I and What Do I Care About? |
| Day 2 | What Change Do I Want to See in the World? |
| Day 3 | Taking Aligned Action — What Resources Do I Have? |
| Day 4 | Taking Aligned Action — How Do I Trust Myself? |
| Day 5 | Personal Presentations and Showcase |

| Daily Schedule |
|---|
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9 a.m. | Gather and Mingle Activity 9:30 a.m. | Opening 10 a.m. | Entrepreneurship Workshops 12:30 p.m. | Lunch 1:30 p.m. | Lifestyle Activity 2:30 p.m. | Reflection and Journal Prompts 3 p.m. | Peer Discussion 3:30 p.m. | Entrepreneurship Activity 4 p.m. | Set Up Challenge for Next Day 4:30 p.m. | Depart |
| Topics | |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Who Am I and What Do I Care About? |
| Day 2 | What Change Do I Want to See in the World? |
| Day 3 | Taking Aligned Action — What Resources Do I Have? |
| Day 4 | Taking Aligned Action — How Do I Trust Myself? |
| Day 5 | Personal Presentations and Showcase |

| Daily Schedule |
|---|
|
9 a.m. | Gather and Mingle Activity 9:30 a.m. | Opening 10 a.m. | Entrepreneurship Workshops 12:30 p.m. | Lunch 1:30 p.m. | Lifestyle Activity 2:30 p.m. | Reflection and Journal Prompts 3 p.m. | Peer Discussion 3:30 p.m. | Entrepreneurship Activity 4 p.m. | Set Up Challenge for Next Day 4:30 p.m. | Depart |
Learn
entrepreneurial skills and lessons
Participate
in fun lifestyle activities like yoga, cooking, movement, and nature
Integrate
personal growth with guided reflections
Develop
a true connection with the attendees, creating a circle of support for life
Invest in Yourself
$495: Early-Bird Special
if you register by June 7, 2026
$649: Regular Price
This five-day, four-night program includes overnight lodging in a campus dorm, meals, snacks, a workbook, a well-being kit, and more.
Scholarship opportunities are available after registration. Please contact Heather McDougall for more information.
Past Facilitators |
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Heather McDougallDirector of Entrepreneurship and Assistant Professor |
Lauren TschiderAuthor, Motivational Speaker, and Wealth Management Advisor |
Tammy LaurentFinancial Advisor and Certified Private Wealth Advisor® |
Kyra Rahn
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Meredith WagnerChair and Professor, Nutrition and Dietetics |