Leslie Martin
Lagom Retreat & Event CenterLeslie Martin is the visionary founder of Lagom Retreat in Dripping Springs, TX. Lagom Retreat is a new wellness destination that has quickly established itself as a sanctuary for those seeking balance and rejuvenation. With 25 years of leadership experience in the tech industry, Leslie brings a unique perspective to the glamping and wellness space, having personally navigated the challenges of maintaining wellbeing in high-pressure corporate environments.
After embarking on her own wellness journey, Leslie created Lagom Retreat with a commitment to the Swedish philosophy of "lagom" - the art of balanced living that is "just right." This ethos permeates every aspect of the retreat, from its thoughtfully designed accommodations to its curated wellness experiences.
At Lagom Retreat, guests discover a nurturing space where they can prioritize their wellbeing through a variety of onsite offerings, including saunas, hydrotherapy, guided meditation, forest bathing, yoga practices, sound healing, and farm-to-table dining experiences. The retreat's holistic approach addresses the physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions of wellness, allowing guests to reconnect with themselves and nature.
Leslie's will explore how glamping operators can authentically integrate wellness elements into their guest experience, creating spaces that require little effort yet promote genuine transformation.
5. Beyond the Bank: Creative Funding Strategies That Actually Work
Learn how today’s glamping operators are launching big projects without just relying on traditional loans. Think you can only get a bank loan to bring…Learn how today’s glamping operators are launching big projects without just relying on traditional loans. Think you can only get a bank loan to bring your retreat vision to life? Think again. In this empowering session, Nick Purslow (Posh Outdoors) …Learn how today’s glamping operators are launching big projects without just relying on traditional loans. Think you can only get a bank loan to bring your retreat vision to life? Think again. In this empowering session, Nick Purslow (Posh Outdoors) and Leslie Martin (Lagom Retreat) share how they’ve raised capital and launched stunning boutique hospitality brands, without relying solely on the conventional financing route. You’ll discover: Ho…Learn how today’s glamping operators are launching big projects without just relying on traditional loans. Think you can only get a bank loan to bring your retreat vision to life? Think again. In this empowering session, Nick Purslow (Posh Outdoors) and Leslie Martin (Lagom Retreat) share how they’ve raised capital and launched stunning boutique hospitality brands, without relying solely on the conventional financing route. You’ll discover: How seller financing, crowdfunding and revenue-share deals really work The pros, cons and potential of partnership-led capital What to watch out for, and how to keep control of your creative vision Whether you’re just starting or scaling your next site, this will give you the insight (and courage) to explore alternative funding paths and move faster without sacrificing ownership or authenticity. So, if you want to learn more about smarter funding, faster launches and more freedom to do it your way, make sure you attend this session. Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More
