P.A.C.C. Education Initiative

Sharpe Leaders

Save The Date: November 5 - 6, 2026

A two-day retreat for experienced leaders to inspire you to make the link between leading and succeeding.

About Sharpe Leaders

Leaders, there has never been a better time to grow your leadership skills. Now, more than ever, the need to invest in yourself is critical.  If you’ve been in your leadership role for a few years or more, this retreat is for you.

You will be able to immediately measure success by experiencing increased levels of morale, initiative, and confidence. You’ll quickly notice improved communication, delegation that empowers people, and a keen focus on helping to support the goals and the vision of your organization.

You’ll witness a deeper understanding of “identity” – mission, vision, and core values. You’ll experience how accountability and expectations eliminate negativity and complacency disappears. You’ll gain insight into how issues are replaced with solutions and why it matters now as you and your team are exhausted from the multitudes of change.  

Build your resiliency. Build your leadership language.  

This two day retreat is designed with you in mind. Take time to connect with your leadership purpose, make life-long connections with your fellow Pierre Area Chamber leaders, and continue to be a Sharpe leader.

Day 1

Morning: Enhance Perceptions – Clearly Define Leadership, Develop a Unifying Culture, Identify Priority Goals

 

 

Afternoon: Elevate Priorities­ – Raise Expectations, Delegate with a Purpose, Increase Accountability

Day 2

Morning: Empower People – Communication, Cultivation, Collaboration

 

Afternoon: Exceed Possibilities – Have a Plan, Build Leaders, Become a Visionary Leader

 

Retreat Facilitator: Erik Therwanger

Erik Therwanger is the founder of Think GREAT and the author of The Think GREAT Collection. As the vice president of a media company, Erik developed a team of leaders and designed the systems necessary to achieve over 300% annual sales growth. He now teaches business leaders how to reach new levels of success based on his unique experiences as a United States Marine, executive business leader, sales professional, and entrepreneur.

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The 2026 Sharpe Leaders is designed for leaders at every level—whether you lead a team, lead a project, or are simply ready to think and act like a leader where you are today.

  • Anyone navigating growth or increased responsibility
  • Team members influencing without a title
  • Individuals growing into new leadership roles

Retreat Pricing

PIERRE AREA CHAMBER MEMBERS:

$625 – Price includes all session materials and lunch both days, plus a dinner on the first evening.

Invoices will be due October, 2026

NON-CHAMBER MEMBERS:

$800 – Price includes all session materials and lunch both days, plus a dinner on the first evening.

Invoices will be due October, 2026