Web Summit Mini-Retreat: Sauna, Cold Plunge & Meaningful Connections
Join us for a small Web Summit mini-retreat bringing together founders, CEOs, investors, operators, and retreat leaders for a morning of sauna, cold plunge, meaningful conversations, and connection.
We’ll be gathering at AetherHaus — one of Vancouver’s most beautiful sauna, cold plunge, and wellness spaces — tucked beside Stanley Park, seawall, beaches, ocean air, and the energy of the West Coast.
This isn’t a typical networking event.
The intention is simple:
create space to slow down a bit, recharge, meet interesting people, and have the kinds of conversations that usually don’t happen at conferences.
A lot of us spend so much time building, operating, leading, investing, and being “on” all the time. We wanted to create something that feels a little more human and grounding in the middle of Web Summit week.
Expect:
Sauna + cold plunge
Good people and thoughtful conversations
Some light facilitated connection
Conversations about leadership, culture, retreats, and building thriving companies
A relaxed, no-pressure atmosphere
Whether you actively run retreats and offsites, care deeply about company culture, or simply enjoy intentional gatherings with thoughtful people — you’ll fit right in.
All you need is:
A bathing suit
A towel if preferred (Aether House also provides towels)
An open mind
About Your Hosts
Cory Sivell — Co-Founder & CEO, RetreatsAndVenues
Cory is a second-time founder passionate about creating experiences that help people align, connect, and thrive. Outside of work, you’ll likely find him DJing, snowboarding, surfing, mountain biking, kiteboarding, or exploring somewhere new in the world.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/corysivell/
Mike Tan — Co-Founder & COO, RetreatsAndVenues
Mike is an entrepreneur, retreat enthusiast, and community builder passionate about helping people and organizations thrive. He loves transformational retreats, snowboarding, yoga, surfing, and creating experiences that bring people together in more authentic and meaningful ways.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-tan-a2b0612/
About RetreatsAndVenues
RetreatsAndVenues is one of the largest platforms dedicated to company retreats and offsites, helping teams discover exceptional venues and create more aligned, connected, and impactful retreat experiences around the world. Trusted by retreat leaders at companies like Amazon, Deel, Miro, Product Hunt, Epic Games, and more.
https://retreatsandvenues.com/
Stoked to see you there.
Cheers to making magic happen.
Cory & Mike