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The TBD

Creative Strategy Retreat

Doors to 2025 are now closed.
Join the waitlist for the next Iceland Retreat.

An immersive Iceland Creative Strategy Retreat for Business Owners & Founders whose next chapter feels TBD.

Go from Outgrown to Evolution-Ready in 3 Days

Set in secluded Iceland, on a black sand fjord, and hosted by an Iceland local— the TBD Creative Strategy Retreat will immerse you in wild, untamed nature away from the crowds as you turn your TBD confusion into determined clarity about your path ahead.

ONLY 5 SPOTS | CURATED LOCATIONS | GEOTHERMAL HOT SPRINGS

You've built something successful

over the past few years...

Iceland Retreat for Business Owners & Founders

But you’ve outgrown it and your future now feels TBD.

You know you're ready for your next evolution. You can feel it in your bones. But every time you try to envision what's next, it feels unclear. Uncertain. TBD.

You're the innovative one. The creative thinker. The entrepreneur who's always done things differently. And now you're successful - but something feels off.

You've outgrown what you built, but you can't see the path to what's next.

The Evolution Gap is Real (And It's Steeped in Possibilities)

Here's what's actually happening— you're caught in The Evolution Gap.

Your current success has become a well-oiled machine, but what got you here won't get you to your next level. You're trying to evolve your business without evolving your identity. You're attempting breakthrough thinking while managing daily operations.

It's impossible to see your next evolution from inside your current reality.

Most successful creatives and entrepreneurs spend months - even years - in this gap, trying to logic their way through what's actually an identity shift. They hire business coaches who give them tactics. They attend workshops that teach them strategies. They join masterminds where everyone shares the same level of thinking.

But evolution doesn't happen in your current environment.

The farmhouse accommodation included in The TBD Retreat for Business Owners and Creatives

Picture This Instead...

  • It's your first morning in Iceland. You wake up in a stunning Nordic farmhouse, completely removed from your daily reality. No emails. No to-do list. No familiar environment keeping you trapped in old patterns of thinking.

  • You're surrounded by other creatives & business owners who get you - the innovative thinkers, the ones who've always done things differently, the successful outsiders ready for their next level.

  • While standing on the black sand shore of the fjord, over a warm cup of coffee, you're already talking differently about your business. The conversations are unlike anything you've had at home. Your brain is working in ways it hasn't in years.

  • Today, you'll gently hike through otherworldly landscapes that literally shift your perspective. You'll sit in breathtaking hot springs where the only sound is your own clarity emerging. You'll work through a proven process that bridges the gap between who you are now and who you're becoming.

By day 3, your future is no longer TBD, it’s determined.

2025 DOORS ARE CLOSED.

Come for the Iceland adventure,
leave with a full tank and refreshed vision.

‘‘Not in a woo woo, hope that’ll happen and it will, way. A science-backed, ‘Steph’s brain just gets it’ kind of way.’’

‘‘The entire process is magical.

Flying to Iceland, being in Iceland, driving through Iceland, exploring through Iceland is all incredible on its own.

And then, you add Steph into the mix. All of a sudden you're thinking about yourself in a new way. About the world in a new way, and you realize things about yourself you didn't know.’’
- C.H.

iceland retreat attendee

‘‘I just feel completely refreshed.

I feel like the things that I want are not as impossible as I used to think that they were.

I feel like I can just be that person. I thought I had to have permission. And now I know that I don't and I've just noticed a huge difference in myself. 
I just feel like it was what I needed exactly when I needed it.”- A.G.

group of business owners at an iceland retreat at a waterfall

‘‘You helped me to realise that I AM my Power.

Power already exists within me and I am simply remembering and reemerging with my Power.

It was an immediate shift, that I physically felt within my body…

That moment, that shift, will stay with me forever.’’- N.P.

business owner and multi-hyphenate creative at a private iceland retreat
Iceland Retreat Testimonial
Iceland Retreat Testimonial
Iceland Retreat Testimonial

This Isn't a Typical

Iceland or Buisness Retreat

Iceland Retreat for Business Owners & Founders

The TBD Creative Strategy Retreat isn't about laying by a pool doing yoga (though we love some yoga) or sitting in hotel conference rooms taking notes.

This is a complete environmental reset combined with a proven transformation process that works on both the internal (creative, mindset, identity) and external (strategic, tactical, business) levels. You can call it a total geographical disruption in the best way.

Here's the magic that Happens:

  • Day 1: Release & Clarity
    Location: Private farmhouse + gently hiking Iceland hidden gems

We start by getting crystal clear on what you want next and releasing what's no longer serving your evolution. You'll work through the internal blocks that have been keeping you stuck, surrounded by the kind of natural beauty that makes your problems feel solvable.

While exploring areas of Iceland that most tourists never see, you'll let go of the old identity that's been holding your business hostage.

  • Day 2: Strategic Development
    Location: Dramatic landscapes + curated locations

This is where we build the bridge between where you are and where you want to be. Not just dreams - concrete business strategy. We'll work on your next-level positioning, pricing, service delivery, and business model while hiking through landscapes that literally expand your thinking.

The neuroscience of awe + strategic thinking = breakthrough clarity you can't get anywhere else.

  • Day 3: Implementation Planning
    Location: Cozy farmhouse + geothermal springs strategy sessions

You leave with a personalized roadmap for implementing your evolution immediately. No more wondering "how do I actually do this?" You'll have your step-by-step plan, complete with timelines, priorities, and accountability systems.

  • Plus: The Collaborative Magic

Between the exploring and breakthroughs, you're building genuine relationships with other innovative business owners & creatives. The conversations that happen over yummy locally sourced food, during hot spring soaks, and on scenic drives become as valuable as the transformation itself.

This is your new network of people who by the end will feel like a secret society of new besties.

Getaway to Iceland and let the land

work its magic

Previous TBD Retreat Participants Have:

Gained absolute clarity on their next business direction after months of feeling stuck

Raised their rates with complete confidence - many by 50-100%

Launched aligned new offers that feel like natural extensions of who they're becoming

Completely shifted their business models to match their evolved identity

Made big life decisions they'd been avoiding for years

Realigned their brand and messaging to attract their next-level clients

Reconnected to their creative instincts after years of feeling "off"

Implemented immediate changes the moment they returned home

Found their direction after years of indecision

Removed the internal and external blocks that were keeping them small

Rebuilt trust in their own voice and timing

"I went from feeling completely unclear about my next steps to having a concrete plan and the confidence to implement it immediately. The combination of the Iceland environment and Steph’s process created magic I couldn't have found anywhere else."

This Is For You If...

✓ You have an established creative business/career.

✓ You're a creative, innovative thinker who's always done things differently.

✓ You feel like you're ready for your next evolution but can't see a clear path forward.

✓ You feel like something is holding you back from what's possible.

✓ You're tired of trying to figure out your next level while managing your current level, alone.

✓ You want both the internal clarity AND the external strategy.

✓ You want a unique experience not just typical business information.

✓ Your boots are already packed because hiking, being in nature, and traveling are your second language.

✓ You prefer to be a part of small groups to truly connect with everyone.

This Is NOT For You If...

✗ You're just starting out in business with no clients/ bookings yet.

✗ You're looking for basic business tactics or quick fixes.

✗ You're not ready to do internal work alongside external strategy.

✗ You want to stay in your comfort zone.

✗ You prefer large group workshops or typical business conferences.

The 2025 doors are closed. Join the waitlist for the next Iceland Retreat.

The TBD Retreat Experience

What’s included

Iceland Retreat for Business Owners & Founders-- attendees hiking Landmannalaugar
Iceland Retreat for Business Owners & Founders-- attendees at geothermal hot spring

Your spot in the experience includes:

  • 4-night stay in a beautiful, large Nordic Farmhouse nestled on a fjord in a lesser-traveled area of Iceland. Shared and private rooms are available.

  • 3 days of accelerated, immersive business and internal transformation in Iceland's most inspiring locations hand-picked by a local (hi) for an Iceland experience you can’t find on a blog.

  • Iceland Trip Planning Guide that has all the info you need to plan your trip here from airport info, to packing lists, to restaurant recs.
    Personal Concierge Planning Assistance package upgrade is available.

  • A 30-minute pre-retreat planning 1:1 session.

  • A 60-minute post-retreat 1:1 strategy session for personalized implementation.

  • Professional documentation (by yours truly) of your adventure for future marketing content.

  • Small group intimacy (maximum 5 participants) for focused, personal attention.

  • Waypoint Method™ experience— my science-backed method for clarity + direction + activation.
    Used by past clients to pivot businesses, restructure offers, secure brand partnerships, relaunch with full creative ownership, and double revenue within months.

  • Natural geothermal hot springs, cold dips in the fjord, and wide-open space.

  • Lunches and snacks during the Retreat days. Breakfasts & Dinners are a choose-your-own-adventure to accommodate introverts & extroverts.

Doors to 2025 are now closed. Join the waitlist for the next Iceland Retreat.

Sound On

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Steph Zakas Iceland Retreat for Business Owners & Creative Professionals-- previous attendees in geothermal hot spring in the Icelandic Highland

How to Join →

How to Join →

1- Apply before August 11th to grab a spot to ensure this is right for you.
(Takes less than 3 minutes.)

2- If you're a good fit, I’ll invite you to a meeting with me to discuss joining.
(Zoom or asynchronous through email).

3- If you’re a ‘fuck yeah!’— lock in your spot and the Retreat experience begins.

The Retreat Details

Iceland Retreat for Business Owners & Founders

Group Meets:

We meet at the farmhouse that evening. You’ll get settled, eat, exhale, and meet the crew. By morning, no one’s a stranger.

Retreat Days:

3 days in the Icelandic wild. Hikes. Hot springs. Cold plunges (optional, but epic). Deep conversations. Good food. Get your fire back.

Iceland Retreat Expedition for Creative Professionals & Business Owners -- waterfall in iceland
Iceland Retreat Expedition for Creative Professionals & Business Owners -- private retreat in Iceland

Part Ways:

You leave with a full tank and a plan—ready to move on it. VIPs get custom post-expedition itineraries to keep the momentum rolling.

The Swanky Yet Cozy Farmhouse

Iceland Retreat for Business Owners & Founders-- the farmhouse on the fjord
Iceland Retreat for Business Owners & Founders -- the house
Iceland Retreat for Business Owners & Founders -- the house
Iceland Retreat for Business Owners & Founders-- hotspring
Iceland Retreat Expedition for Creative Professionals & Business Owners -- Expedition Untamed shared space
Iceland Retreat Expedition for Creative Professionals & Business Owners -- private room

Private Room
Only 2 Available

Iceland Retreat Expedition for Creative Professionals & Business Owners -- shared room

Shared Room
3 Beds Available

To Join The Experience

Doors to 2025 are now closed.

4-night stay in a beautiful, large Nordic Farmhouse nestled on a fjord in a lesser-traveled area of Iceland.

3 days of accelerated, immersive business and internal transformation in Iceland's most inspiring locations hand-picked by a local (hi) for an Iceland experience you can’t find on a blog.

Iceland Trip Planning Guide that has all the info you need to plan your trip here from airport info, to packing lists, to restaurant recs.
Personal Concierge Planning Assistance package upgrade is available.

A 30-minute pre-retreat planning 1:1 session.

A 60-minute post-retreat 1:1 strategy session for personalized implementation.

Professional documentation (by yours truly) of your adventure for future marketing content.

Small group intimacy (maximum 5 participants) for focused, personal attention.

Waypoint Method™ experience— my science-backed method for clarity + direction + activation.
Used by past clients to pivot businesses, restructure offers, secure brand partnerships, relaunch with full creative ownership, and double revenue within months.

Natural geothermal hot springs, cold dips in the fjord, and wide-open space.

Lunches and snacks during the Retreat days. Breakfasts & Dinners are a choose-your-own-adventure to accommodate introverts & extroverts.

Upgrade to the Personal Concierge Planning Assistance Support

Get personalized advice, feedback, suggestions, a custom adventure itinerary for post-retreat exploring, and personal planning for your Iceland trip. → PLUS a bonus 30-minute post-retreat 1:1 session.

Iceland Retreat Expedition for Creative Professionals & Business Owners -- Host Steph Zakas
Iceland Retreat Expedition for Creative Professionals & Business Owners -- host Steph Zakas at an erupting volcano in Iceland

Your host, location whisperer, & elf-like Yoda guide.

Hey, I’m Steph!

I design immersive strategy experiences that help creatives and visionaries break plateaus and leave with direction. And, I’ve been where you are and have come out the other side.

I’ve been exploring & location scouting in Iceland for 10 years, while being a resident for almost 7 years, and owning a creative buisness for 20 years. I’m an Iceland local who knows the land intimately—and who also knows how to create the kind of experience that actually shifts something in you. You can think of me as the ignition point where a match becomes a flame. (You are the match.)

Pairing my love for Iceland, skills as a 3x Master Certified Coach, and directing immersive experiences— I have designed one-of-a-kind transformational experiences for creatives, visionaries, and business owners for the last 6 years while helping them build badass businesses and crush it in their creative professional careers.

I love creating the exact conditions you need for you to move forward in places that feel like a different world. Clients say I’m like a grounding force and a quiet disruptor. I’ll challenge you when needed. I read between the lines and pull the pieces together you need to hit your next level.

Think of me as your expedition guide with a sharp intuition, sharp insight, and a deep love for moss, black sand, and letting people come back to themselves, without needing to burn it all down.

Frequently Asked Questions & Answers