Fall Wellness Retreat
Discover the art of slowing down and turning inward through an immersive healing journey in this Fall in SoCal.
Enjoy 4 days of rejuvenation guided by transformational leaders Dr. Jaclyn Tolentino and Misa Chien.
This retreat blends introspective coaching sessions and mindful nature experiences to help you come home to yourself.
4 Spots Filled — Only 2 spot left!
Exact Location in SoCal TBD.
Registration closes June 20, 2026.
What you'll experience
Restorative wellness support huddles with a facilitator
Complimentary breakthrough coaching sessions with Misa Chien
One-on-one health analysis led by Dr. Jaclyn Tolentino
Daily grounding nature experiences at a luxury accommodation with mindful on-site support
Spa and wellness treatments with unstructured time to reset
Connection and sisterhood with ambitious women who lead with heart and intention
Intimate Family-Style Meals
Enjoy chef-prepared, family-style lunches and dinners that celebrate flavor and community.
Professional Photography
Commemorate your experience with stunning photography capturing your journey.
Meet Your Hosts
Dr. Jaclyn Tolentino
Lead Physician at Love.Life | Speaker & Writer
A functional and integrative medicine physician, breast cancer thriver, and a leading voice in personalized, whole-person care.
As the Lead Physician at Love.Life, she brings over 15 years of clinical experience to a model that blends advanced diagnostics, lifestyle medicine, and collaborative care to help patients move beyond symptom management and toward true health transformation.
Drawing from both her medical training and her own experience as a patient, Jaclyn approaches care with depth, curiosity, and compassion — helping people understand their bodies, restore balance, and build long-term resilience.
She is known for translating complex science into practical, empowering insights that support energy, longevity, and the ability to fully show up in life.
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Misa Chien
Founder, The Authentic Asian | Personal Branding & Career Transition Coach
Misa Chien is the visionary founder behind The Authentic Asian, a thriving community and coaching platform celebrating cultural authenticity and career empowerment.
She specializes in personal branding on LinkedIn and guiding professionals through meaningful career transitions enhanced by finding their Ikigai — their life purpose.
Misa supports women ready to say “yes” to themselves through personalized coaching that helps them craft compelling brands and step into aligned careers or entrepreneurial paths.
Her approachable yet powerful coaching style inspires action and transformation.
Learn more about Misa | Book a coaching session
Meet Our Guests
Mela Fezzy
Chief Executive Officer, Tru Consulting | Mentor
As the CEO of Tru Consulting, she partners with leaders across higher education, academic medical centers, and government to drive institutional transformation and performance.
With more than two decades in the University of California system, including as a founding finance leader at UC Riverside School of Medicine, she brings deep operational expertise in scaling organizations and building sustainable infrastructure. Mela is recognized as a national thought leader on helping mission driven institutions navigate complexity and lead with clarity.
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Sara Wong
HR Analyst
A People Operations leader with over a decade of experience guiding startups from Seed through Series D. As the first HR hire at four organizations, she built and scaled HR infrastructure from the ground up, leading systems integration, performance management, compensation strategy, and organizational design. She focuses on building people centered cultures that support innovation and sustainable growth.
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Yulee Lee
CEO, Khora Collective | COO, Stuff You Can Use
The COO at Stuff You Can Use where she drives business growth and impact by prioritizing people operations and organizational excellence.
In addition, Yulee is the Founder and Chief People and Change Management Officer of the Change Leadership Institute – a think tank for change leaders with a mission to convene change agents to share best practices and discern a new way forward.
She also serves as a visiting professor of Organizational and Change Leadership at various institutions across the country and consults with Arbor Research Group where she conducts research and gives guidance to clients on organizational leadership and change strategy. Dr. Lee is the author of the book Leading Change While Loving People.
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Jennifer Yi
Global Events and Branding Leader| Founder, Ladybug Ventures
A global events and branding leader with more than 20 years of experience across gaming, technology, and entertainment. She has led major initiatives for companies including Microsoft, Sony, and Intel, and played a key role in launching global franchises such as Xbox, Halo, and Forza, as well as shaping the early esports ecosystem. She is the founder of Ladybug Ventures, a creative technology studio integrating branding, software, and live experiences.
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Event Support & Photography
Nadine Bernardino
Community Manager | Event Photographer
Nadine is our talented Community Manager and photographer responsible for capturing the magic and energy of every Retreat experience.
Nadine ensures every moment is beautifully documented while providing a warm, welcoming atmosphere for our community.
FAQ
What is included in the retreat package?
Lunch and dinner during the retreat, guided coaching sessions, wellness rituals, access to luxury accommodations, plus transportation during scheduled group activities.Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements to the retreat site.
Nearest Airport?
Exact location in SoCal to be announced.What are check-in and check-out times?
Check-in on Nov 11 at ~3 PM
Check-out on Nov 14 at ~12 PMWhat should I bring?
Comfortable clothing and shoes for workshops and outdoor activities, swimwear for the pool and spa, personal toiletries, and any additional items that help you feel at ease.Is prior experience with meditation or coaching required?
No prior experience is necessary.
All practices and coaching are guided and adapted to accommodate all comfort levels.
Not a member of The Authentic Asian?
To join the waitlist for our next cohort, please fill out our application!
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