6 SPEAKERS with combined DECADES of EXPERIENCE
MARKETING, PUBLISHING, STYLED SHOOTS, SOCIAL MEDIA & MORE!
Each speaker will tell their story, the good and the bad. We are all here to help you with building something rad!
You are encouraged to grab your favorite speaker, ask them questions and have a mini 1:1! These mentoring sessions alone would cost you thousands, at the retreat you get 6 specialists under 1 roof!
SPEAKER LINE UP
01
CHRSITINE
NATURAL INTUITION PHOTOGRAPHY
I am 1/2 of NATURAL INTUITION PHOTOGRAPHY – I work alongside the love of my life, Justin. Together we capture some of the most intimate moments in peoples lives. Helping share the beautiful story of life. We’ve been published in print and on the web including, Mountainside Bride, Wisconsin Bride, Dainty Obsession, Wedding Chicks, Target and so many more! I am so excited to talk on the first day of the retreat on your fears, what is holding you back and the hard questions we are too scared to ask ourselves. I have been in business for 8 years. The road to where I am was far from easy and still isn’t. I am not going to tell you how to make six figures or how to get your next 1,000 followers. Because of none of that matter if you don’t
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CASSIE
CASSIE ROSCH PHOTOGRAPHER
i go with my gut when it comes to creating art. i started my business in 2012 + since then have photographed over 100 weddings filled with ugly crying, lip quivers, bad dance moves, deep belly laughs, raised chairs + raised glasses, long dresses, short dress, two dresses, big hair, flower crowns, tight pants, no pants + ridiculous amounts of love. i am absolutely certain that telling stories, creating authentic moments and loving people through photography is exactly what i was created to do.
03
APRIL
THIRD WEST STUDIO
I'm April Zelenka, photographer + designer behind Third West Studio. When I’m not in the studio I’m rocking the mom life or decorating my new home in Black Earth. I’m the happiest when I’m planning my next trip, staring at a full plate of french fries, or hanging out with my family. I'll be speaking on why you need more than a logo and how you can build a brand that makes an impact.
04
ERRIN
ERRIN HILTBRAND PHOTOGRAPHY
HI, I am Errin! Photographs move me. Music moves me. My boys inspire me. My husband encourages me. Life is good. I've photographed people entering the world, loving life, struggling to survive, and others celebrating a life lost. I love a small group of people getting together to talk about my most favorite subject in the world. I love the relationships that are created and friendships that walk us through life combining happy people and photography.
05
ALI
ALI LEIGH PHOTOGRAPHY
Hi, I’m Ali! I'm a Minneapolis wedding photographer and creative biz educator. Lover of Anthro, foster care, tall pines, exploring new cities, Jesus, and chicken strips + fries. I went from my college dorm room to becoming my own boss straight out of college, and today I’ve photographed 150+ weddings and I’m passionate about teaching photogs how to run and scale their dream biz to create a life that makes them feel fully alive. I’m a wife to my elementary school crush, a mom + foster mom to two toddler girls, and cat mom to my grumpy face cat, Luna. When I’m not spending a weekend shooting a wedding (rare!) you can find us boating, drinking a Moscow mules (Ali) and beer (Tay) on a patio in the sun, searching for the best Twin Cities’ tacos, reading, traveling to new cities, or driving up to the North Shore for the weekend. At the retreat, I'll be sharing my story of creating my business on my dorm room floor to owning 6-figure photo biz 3 years later. We'll chat about what's worked and what hasn't worked for me throughout the years - it's been a rollercoaster for sure! Can't wait to meet ya!
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ASHLEY
MIDWESTERN BRIDE
I’m the owner of MB and this will be year two of assisting with the retreat. As a mama let me tell you the sheer act of being able to engage with others over a leisurely morning with coffee is excuse enough to attend.
In addition to that though I will be styling a family shoot and couple for you to shoot while learning from experts all about angles, light, movement and more. You bring the camera and I will supply some pretty. Deal?
Ashley has been with us for the past 2 years and we are so excited to bring her back for year 3 in a row! She will be there to answer any questions you have about planning a styled shoot, working with vendors & more! She will also be the magician behind the styled shoot and family dinner!
07
KELSEY
PAST ATTENDEE & Co-Host
Hey! I'm Kelsey, a momma-photographer-therapist-nap lover-yogi living in Madison, WI. In the summer you can find me at the farmers market with a scone and in the winter you can find me- ummmmm with a glass of wine under a blanket because WI winters are brutal. I attended the Rad Retreat a few years ago and hands down it was the best thing I have done. The retreat gave me renewal and energy in my photography, my business, and for myself as a woman. During the retreat, I'll be there helping with nuts and bolts and making sure all of you fabulous ladies have everything you need!
