REGIONAL LEADERSHIP SERIES 

Kick off the new year by focusing on YOU. Chart your career path, strengthen your leadership presence and turn your ambition into a mission with #GALSNGEAR’s east-coast retreat. Join professional colleagues in production, film, broadcast and Pro AV to (re)define your next role. Gain hands-on skills. Develop your leadership advantage. You will walk away inspired, with renewed confidence to make 2026 your breakthrough year!

First Stop: Columbia, Maryland – Friday, January 16, 2026

Early Bird Pricing EXTENDED THROUGH DEC 22- grab your seat today!

Session Topics:

  • Leveraging Your Leadership Strengths – includes a pre-event customized 8 Styles of Leadership Survey and Results!
  • Get Negotiation Ready
  • Financial Fitness
  • Career Pivots

“I love the camaraderie of all the women together, learning new tools and strategies.”

“Seeing so many women in that room succeeding in their careers meant a lot to me. It’s what I needed!”

“I love the connections that I make.”

About our January Retreat Location: The beautiful venue at Vectorworks is minutes from BWI Amtrak and BWI International Airport.

Hotel: The Hampton Inn and Suites – Columbia South, 7045 Minstrel Way, Columbia, Maryland, USA, 21046
A discounted hotel rate is available to those who register by December 22nd.

Thank you to our generous hosts, Vectorworks

And to our sponsoring organization, Diversified

Lunch sponsored by Tribridge Partners

Please see EVENT REGISTRATION PAGE for up-to-the-minute program information.

SEATING IS LIMITED. GRAB YOUR SEAT TODAY!

We believe in making this experience accessible to seasoned and emerging leaders while valuing the time, care, and skill that goes into creating a valuable retreat. That’s why we use a sliding scale. Thanks to the support of other attendees and our sponsors, the rates are low for everyone. And you can choose the amount that fits your circumstances — no proof or explanation needed.
WORKSHOP FEES
$299 – Solidarity Rate (and after Dec 15) – For those with the resources to support others, and help us cover the cost of facilitators, materials and program operations

$249 – Early Bird Rate – Available until December 15

$199 – Supported Rate – For attendees with financial need or those who are underemployed (special discount codes do not apply)

Your Registration Includes:

  • Access to all live sessions

  • Breakfast and Lunch

  • Recordings of the two concurrent afternoon workshops, so you don’t miss anything

  • Post-Event follow-up and a virtual cohort meetup, to ensure you put your ideas into action!

LEADERSHIP RETREAT WEST – Registration Opens January 8

Session Topics:

  • Career Pivots in a Changing Media Landscape
  • Personal Branding & Networking Mastery
  • The Future of Media, Climate & Tech
  • Guided Peer Exchange

About our March Retreat Location: Join us in Burbank, CA at the headquarters of Key Code Media

Hotel: Room block information coming soon.

Thank you to our generous hosts, Key Code Media

And to our sponsoring organization, Diversified

Networking Evening, Breakfast and Lunch Sponsorships still available! Contact us at galsngear@gmail.com.

Please see EVENT REGISTRATION PAGE for up-to-the-minute program information.

We believe in making this experience accessible to seasoned and emerging leaders while valuing the time, care, and skill that goes into creating a valuable retreat. That’s why we use a sliding scale. Thanks to the support of other attendees and our sponsors, the rates are low for everyone. And you can choose the amount that fits your circumstances — no proof or explanation needed.
WORKSHOP FEES
$299 – Solidarity Rate (and after Dec 15) – For those with the resources to support others, and help us cover the cost of facilitators, materials and program operations

$249 – Early Bird Rate – Available until December 15

$199 – Supported Rate – For attendees with financial need or those who are underemployed (special discount codes do not apply)

Your Registration Includes:

  • Access to all live sessions

  • Lunch & Snacks

  • Recordings of key workshops, so you don’t miss anything

  • Post-Event follow-up and a virtual cohort meetup, to ensure you put your ideas into action!

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