"Surround yourself only with people who are going to take you higher” - Oprah Winfrey

As busy women juggling it all, we know that networking is super important and enriching… and we’re also all super busy.

That’s why Wall Street Journal best-selling author and women’s leadership coach, Randi Braun, is hosting her Something Major Power Lunch: an intimate women’s leadership networking lunch in Washington, DC.

You’re invited to join us on Friday, July 19th at 1:00pm at Zaytinya.

Previous Power Lunches have received rave reviews and have sold out quickly, which is why we're excited to do it again! Space is limited and registration is first-come-first-served. You can learn more about the Something Major Power Lunch or sign up below.

"Thank you so much, Randi, for hosting such a wonderful event. I’ve been to so many networking events that can be intimidating or are not actually productive in building meaningful connections. But this one was so different. I felt so comfortable—and am very happy that I have three lunches scheduled with women from the event. I look forward to continuing to reach out to other women as well, thanks again!"

- VP of Communications & Something Major Power Lunch Alumna

About the Event:

• What’s included: Grab a glass of rose as you walk in and mingle before we sit down for a leisurely, multi-course meal at Zaytinya where attendees can network and connect in a low-stress (high-fun) environment.

• Audience: This lunch is designed for experienced, career-focused professional women -- whether you're a leader in your organization, an entrepreneur, a woman in career transition, or a community mover-and-shaker -- looking to make authentic connections with other women.

• Theme: “Reimagining Summer Fridays." Why do we only talk about "goal-setting" when the weather is absolutely freezing? Celebrating the unique energy of summer, we'll talk about how to harness the "Summer Friday" mindset to advance our professional goals and personal wellbeing.

• Attire: Business casual (jeans permitted).

• Have questions? Email Randi@SomethingMajorCoaching.com to get in touch.

About the Host, Randi Braun:

Randi Braun is the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work. A member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Braun is the CEO & Founder of the women’s leadership firm, Something Major, a highly-regarded speaker, and an ICF-certified executive coach, who has worked with 50+ organizations including Microsoft, Uber, Virgin, Accor Hotels, and Cox Communications, among others. An expert at helping high-performing women thrive in demanding roles, she coaches clients, runs retreats, and speaks frequently at conferences. Her insights on women’s leadership have been featured in The Washington Post, CNBC, Forbes, Talk Radio Europe (BBC), Thrive Global, Parents Magazine, and The Chicago Tribune.

Join us on Friday, June 7th for Realign & Recharge: A Something Major Women’s Leadership Retreat.

Hosted this year inside one of Washington's most iconic "room where it happens," The Willard Intercontinental Hotel, we hope you'll join us for a day of women's leadership development, networking, and wellbeing.

• Retreat Impact: Hosted by author, Something Major Founder, and certified women’s leadership coach, Randi Braun, we're thrilled to host this annual experience that past attendees have described as "absolutely perfect," "transformational" and "exactly what I needed."

• June 2024 Theme: Our June retreat will focus on the topic of Saying "Yes" to Saying "No," workshopping actionable content from Braun's WSJ best-selling book Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work. Whether you're a habitual people-pleaser caught in the "likeability" trap or a ruthless prioritizer always looking to level-up your boundaries, join us for an impactful day of leadership development.

Sign up or learn more about the day’s agenda, cost, and FAQs below. We've had women travel from as far as Oregon to join us, and we hope you'll join us this year as well!

“As a two-time participant in Something Major Retreats, I have been equally amazed and impressed by the quality of conversation, instant camaraderie of women from completely different backgrounds, and the ease at which Randi facilitates thought-provoking discussion.

Attending this annual event is the investment in yourself and your wellbeing that you didn’t know you needed.”

— 'IOLANI BULLOCK, VP OF DEI AT THE CARLYLE GROUP

Retreat Agenda & Details:

AM: Realigning Mind & Body

• Coffee & Connect: We'll begin the day with an opportunity to network with other women over coffee and refreshments.

• Welcome & Saying "Yes" to Saying "No" Workshop by Randi Braun: Too many of us crush it at work while feeling crushed in the process. This workshop will empower participants with tools to set boundaries with confidence and authenticity -- while still thriving in high-pressure and excellence-first environments.

• Nourishing Vinyasa Flow Yoga: After realigning our minds, we’ll realign our body with a nourishing vinyasa flow yoga class. This class is suitable for all levels.

PM: Recharging Our Spirit

• Networking Lunch: To recharge our spirits, following yoga we’ll sit down for a delicious networking lunch (accompanied by a wine).

• Closing Workshop & Completion Exercise: We'll end the day with a final workshop, followed by a completion exercise and closing remarks from Randi.

• Attire: Keeping it casual and relaxed, leggings/yoga clothes are required. Ponytails are not required, but strongly encouraged.

Hear From A Former Attendee About Why She Keeps Coming Back!

Cost:

• Early Bird Registration (on or before April 1, 2024): $795/person

• Standard Registration: $895/person

Pro Tip #1 - Ask Your Employer to Sponsor Your Seat: About 50% of our participants have their employer sponsor their participation as a leadership development and/or networking experience, while half of our attendees self-sponsor. Reach out for a copy of our Business Case Kit if you’re interested in learning more about how your employer might sponsor your participation as a leadership development and/or networking experience (randi@somethingmajorcoaching.com).

Pro Tip # 2 - Reduced Rate for Overnighting at The Willard: For those coming from out of town, or for local Washingtonians who are looking for a reason to indulge, we have a room block available at the extremely discounted rate for both Thursday, 6/6 and Friday,6/7. Rooms are first-come-first-served and must be booked after registration is completed. So, if you know you plan to overnight, please email Randi Braun at randi@somethingmajorcoaching.com as soon as you register. Of course, overnighting at the hotel is 100% optional (we've had women pop in from as far away as Connecticut or Chicago for a day drip given the hotel's close proximity to DCA airport).

Meet the Host, Randi Braun:

Randi Braun is the best-selling author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work. A member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Braun is the CEO & Founder of the women’s leadership firm, Something Major, a highly-regarded speaker, and an ICF-certified executive coach, who has worked with 50+ organizations including Microsoft, Uber, Accor Hotels, and Cox Communications, among others.

An expert at helping high-performing women thrive inside male-dominated industries and in demanding roles, her insights on women’s leadership have been featured in CNBC, The Washington Post, Forbes, Thrive Global, Parents Magazine, and The Chicago Tribune.

Terms & Conditions: Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Participants are required to supply their own yoga mat and certify their vaccination status. All participants will be required to sign a standard event waiver after registration to participate. Participants must comply with all instructions/requirements from the facilitators and/or Four Seasons hotel on the day of the event. Facilitators reserve the right to make any and all modifications to the program deemed necessary.

Check Out Photos From Past Retreats

Being a leader isn’t just about what you do. It’s about how you feel when you’re doing it, and too many of us have crushed it at work while feeling crushed in the process.

Join us to flip the script for Leveling Up Your Leadership on Monday, April 8 at the Office of Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough (Atlantic Station).

We’ll hear from an accomplished panel about how to level up our brands, our goals, and our impact at work to not just be successful -- but enjoy our success.

Leveling Up Your Leadership will begin with networking at 6:00pm, followed by a panel discussion at 6:30pm featuring:

• Allyson Eman: CEO of Venture Atlanta

• Marquetta Bryan: Partner in the Atlanta Office of Nelson Mullins & DEI Strategist

• Rachael Jones: CEO & Co-Founder of Syntax Health

• Randi Braun: WSJ Best-Selling Author, Executive Coach & Founder of Something Major

Join us for an inspiring evening of dynamic women in dynamic conversation.

Early Bird Tickets Are Available Until March 8th: for $35 + tax.

Meet Our "Leveling Up Your Leadership" Panel

Allyson Eman, CEO of Venture Atlanta:

Allyson Eman has more than 30 years of marketing, communications, sales leadership and business development experience. In 2007, Allyson took on the role of Executive Director for the newly created Venture Atlanta annual conference. Allyson has worked with key business leaders across the country and founding organizations Metro Atlanta Chamber, Atlanta CEO Council and Technology Association of Georgia to build Venture Atlanta. In 2020, Eman was promoted to CEO. Prior to joining Venture Atlanta, Allyson was the Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications for SouthStar Funding, a wholesale mortgage lender headquartered in Atlanta. During her 9- year tenure with the firm, she helped the company grow from 8 employees to 800 with 30 nationwide offices. Allyson received a BS from the University of Florida and resides in Marietta with her husband and two children.

Marquetta Bryan, Partner in the Atlanta Office of Nelson Mullins & DEI Strategist:

Marquetta J. Bryan, a graduate of Emory University and Cleveland State University College of Law, cum laude, is a Partner in Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP's Atlanta office, where she is the immediate past Chair of the firm’s Ethics Committee, a member of the firm’s DEI committee and a leader in the firm’s women on the go affinity group. A passionate, effective and influential leader, Marquetta is the immediate past chair of the Leadership DeKalb Board of Directors, a past Chair of the Georgia Board of Directors of the American Cancer Society, and the former Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors of the Georgia Legal Services Program. She also serves on the Emory University Alumni, DeKalb Symphony Orchestra, and Page Turners Make Great Learners Boards of Directors. Marquetta has won numerous awards for her community, legal and philanthropic work, including being recognized by the Profiles in Diversity Journal – Black Leaders Worth Watching Award; Atlanta Magazine – Women Making A Mark Honoree; Rolling Out Magazine – Top 25 Woman of Atlanta; Atlanta Tribune "Woman to Watch"; and has been recognized numerous times as one of America’s Best Lawyers for Employment Litigation Management and Education law.

Rachael Jones, CEO & Co-Founder of Syntax Health

Rachael N. Jones, MPA CEO & Co-Founder, Syntax Health, Inc. Rachael Jones is an award-winning healthcare executive, thought leader in advancing ValueBased Care, and self-proclaimed “healthcare analytics nerd” adept in telling stories with data. As a deep Value-Based Care expert, her distinguished career spans over 25 years in senior leadership roles for some of the largest health insurers and healthcare IT solutions providers in the U.S including Cotiviti, Anthem (Elevance Health), HealthFirst, and the TriZetto Group. As CEO and co-founder of Syntax Health, she is focused on catalyzing the transition to value-based care (VBC) for health organizations by offering purpose-built tools and expertise to enable transparent, collaborative, and effective VBC programs. Rachael possesses a Master of Public Administration from New York University’s Wagner School of Public Service and a BS in Biology from Montclair State University.

Randi Braun, WSJ Best-Selling Author, Executive Coach & Founder of Something Major

Randi Braun is the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work. A member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Braun is the CEO & Founder of the women’s leadership firm, Something Major, a highly-regarded speaker, and an ICF-certified executive coach, who has worked with 50+ organizations including Microsoft, Uber, Virgin, Accor Hotels, and Cox Communications, among others.

An expert at helping high-performing women thrive in demanding roles, her insights on women’s leadership have been featured in The Washington Post, Forbes, Thrive Global, Parents Magazine, and The Chicago Tribune. Randi coaches, leads retreats and, when she’s not traveling to attend events like ours, Randi lives in Washington, DC with her spouse and two children.

"Surround yourself only with people who are going to take you higher” - Oprah Winfrey

As busy women juggling it all, we know that networking is super important and enriching… and we’re also all super busy.

That’s why Wall Street Journal best-selling author and women’s leadership coach, Randi Braun, is hosting her Something Major Power Lunch: an intimate women’s leadership networking lunch.

By popular demand, we are finally bringing this event to New York and we hope you'll join us on International Women's Day (Friday, March 8th) at 12:00pm at Upland.

Our past Something Major Power Lunch events received rave reviews and sold out quickly, which is why we're excited to host our inaugural Power Lunch in NYC.

Space is limited and registration is first-come-first-served. Early Bird Pricing is available until Friday, 2/16, and you can learn more about the Something Major Power Lunch or sign up below.

"Thank you so much, Randi, for hosting such a wonderful event. I’ve been to so many networking events that can be intimidating or are not actually productive in building meaningful connections. But this one was so different. I felt so comfortable—and am very happy that I have three lunches scheduled with women from the event. I look forward to continuing to reach out to other women as well, thanks again!"

- VP of Communications & Something Major Power Lunch Alumna

About the Event:

• What’s included: We’ll sit down for a leisurely, three-course meal at Upland (345 Park Ave S, New York, NY 10010) where attendees can network and connect in a low-stress (high-fun) environment. You can expect to meet a dynamic group of women, hear inspiring insights from Braun, enjoy quality networking and (of course) enjoy a delicious meal, including wine.

• Audience: This lunch is designed for experienced, career-focused professional women -- whether you're a leader in your organization, an entrepreneur, a woman in career transition, or a community mover-and-shaker -- looking to make authentic connections with other women.

• Theme: In honor of International Women's Day, the theme of this Something Major Power Lunch will be "Women Supporting Women." We look forward to creating a safe, fun, and dynamic space for women to connect about this important topic.

• Attire: Business casual (jeans permitted).

• Refund Policy: Please note tickets are non-refundable. If you are not able to attend after you have purchased your ticket, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to another guest. Please email us in advance to confirm the change, to ensure the new ticket holder is granted admission to the event.

• Dietary Restrictions: If you have dietary restrictions, please contact us (email below) after registering so we can alert Upland.

• Have questions? Email Randi@SomethingMajorCoaching.com to get in touch.

About the Host, Randi Braun:

Randi Braun is the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work. A member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Braun is the CEO & Founder of the women’s leadership firm, Something Major, a highly-regarded speaker, and an ICF-certified executive coach, who has worked with 50+ organizations including Microsoft, Uber, Virgin, Accor Hotels, and Cox Communications, among others. An expert at helping high-performing women thrive in demanding roles, she coaches clients, runs retreats, and speaks frequently at conferences. Her insights on women’s leadership have been featured in The Washington Post, CNBC, Forbes, Talk Radio Europe (BBC), Thrive Global, Parents Magazine, and The Chicago Tribune.

Books & Books is proud to present an evening with Randi Braun as she discusses her latest book: Something Major: The New Playbook For Women At Work (New Degree Press, $19.99).

***Please note: This event will take place at the Books & Books' Coconut Grove location at 3409 Main Hwy, Coconut Grove, FL 33133, United States. Tickets are FREE and books will be available for purchase at the event. Can't make the event? Order your copy online.

About the Book:

WALL STREET JOURNAL BEST-SELLER

She's changing women's lives, one play at a time.

Women are natural leaders but they've been taught to play the game by an outdated set of rules. So certified executive coach, Randi Braun, wrote them a new playbook.

In Braun's book, Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work, women will discover how to play the leadership game on their own terms and win when it comes to achieving their goals: whether it's cracking the code on your self-doubt by ditching perfectionism, external validation, and the tyranny of your inner critic, or learning new tactics for owning your message (don't miss 16 things she forbids you to say at work). Braun's book provides a fresh take on one of the most tremendous challenges of our time: empowering women at work to chart their own course to the top - dialing up confidence and fulfillment, and dialing down burnout in the process.

In Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work, Braun takes the field and re-writes the plays of the game. She is a sought-after thought leader, speaker, and CEO of the women's leadership firm, Something Major. Her book delivers stories for today's women leaders in a conversational style that's packed with sage advice and wildly entertaining.

"Pick up this book now Every woman wants to believe she is on the precipice of something major and this book gives you the tools to get yourself there. Randi Braun has created a fun and practical way forward for women who are looking to channel their inner bad-ass, crack the leadership code, and soar "

- Jen Mormile, Chief Business Officer of Condé Nast

About the Author:

Randi Braun is the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work. A member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Braun is the CEO & Founder of the women’s leadership firm, Something Major, a highly-regarded speaker, and an ICF-certified executive coach, who has worked with 50+ organizations including Microsoft, Uber, Accor Hotels, and Cox Communications, among others.

An expert at helping high-performing women thrive inside male-dominated industries and in demanding roles, her insights on women’s leadership have been featured in The Washington Post, Forbes, Thrive Global, Parents Magazine, and The Chicago Tribune. Randi coaches, leads retreats and, when she’s not traveling to attend events like ours, Randi lives in Washington, DC with her spouse and two children.

"Surround yourself only with people who are going to take you higher” - Oprah Winfrey

As busy women juggling it all, we know that networking is super important and enriching… and we’re also all super busy.

That’s why Wall Street Journal best-selling author and women’s leadership coach, Randi Braun, is hosting her Something Major Power Lunch: an intimate women’s leadership networking lunch in Washington, DC.

You’re invited to join us on Friday, March 1st at 1:00pm at RPM Italian.

Our past Something Major Power Lunch events received rave reviews and sold out quickly, which is why we're excited to do it again!

Space is limited and registration is first-come-first-served. You can learn more about the Something Major Power Lunch or sign up below.

"Thank you so much, Randi, for hosting such a wonderful event. I’ve been to so many networking events that can be intimidating or are not actually productive in building meaningful connections. But this one was so different. I felt so comfortable—and am very happy that I have three lunches scheduled with women from the event. I look forward to continuing to reach out to other women as well, thanks again!"

- VP of Communications & Something Major Power Lunch Alumna

About the Event:

• What’s included: Beginning with a champagne toast, we’ll sit down for a leisurely, multi-course meal at Zaytinya where attendees can network and connect in a low-stress (high-fun) environment.

• Audience: This lunch is designed for experienced, career-focused professional women -- whether you're a leader in your organization, an entrepreneur, a woman in career transition, or a community mover-and-shaker -- looking to make authentic connections with other women.

• Theme: Heading into the "busy" of year-end, the theme of our Something Major Power Lunch will be Saying "Yes" to Saying "No." We look forward to creating a safe, fun, and dynamic space for women to connect about this important topic.

• Attire: Business casual (jeans permitted).

• Have questions? Email Randi@SomethingMajorCoaching.com to get in touch. If you have dietary restrictions, please contact Randi after registering so we can alert Zaytinya.

About the Host, Randi Braun:

Randi Braun is the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work. A member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Braun is the CEO & Founder of the women’s leadership firm, Something Major, a highly-regarded speaker, and an ICF-certified executive coach, who has worked with 50+ organizations including Microsoft, Uber, Virgin, Accor Hotels, and Cox Communications, among others. An expert at helping high-performing women thrive in demanding roles, she coaches clients, runs retreats, and speaks frequently at conferences. Her insights on women’s leadership have been featured in The Washington Post, CNBC, Forbes, Talk Radio Europe (BBC), Thrive Global, Parents Magazine, and The Chicago Tribune.

Let’s tackle the “to-do” list together

Back by popular demand and inspired by how productive the group was: join women's leadership coach and WSJ best-selling author, Randi Braun, on Friday, February 16th for an afternoon of virtual co-working, from 2:30-4:30pm ET. Registration is free. Learn more or sign up below.

Let's come together and co-work to:

1. Finally do that project you've been procrastinating

2. Dedicate work time to that thing that must get off your desk by the end of the week/month

3. Carve out the time to take care of a personal task you've been dreading and just need a little bit of accountability on

4. Dedicate time to a personal project you are excited to jump into, and just haven’t had the time to work on

How it works:

• Log on at 4:30pm ET to join other women who want to work quietly and independently, while having the accountability of dedicated work time and the community support to bring a task over the finish line (Pro Tip: this is casual, so if you log on late, don't sweat it).

• Randi will kick us off with a few words of inspiration for how to use the time before we move into heads-down work time.

• We'll work for approx. 45 minutes before taking an optional stretch break (did you know that research shows small breaks like that actually make you more focused, creative and productive?) before settling into a second work block.

• Before we part ways at 4:30pm ET, Randi will close us out with a few final ideas for keeping the momentum going.

Who should join?

• Women looking to get something done, who feel inspired by the accountability and support of co-working in community with each other.

• Note: Something Major is a coaching firm and community dedicated to advancing women in the workplace. We invite all women and folx of underrepresented genders to join us for a morning of focus-time.

How to prepare:

• All you need to do is log on with something to work on.

• Don't worry about dressing up: sweatpants are encouraged and you can prepare to be off-camera the entire time.

Please be in touch with any questions. See you there!

When was the last time you felt the spark... with your career?

Join us this Valentine's Day for "Falling In Love (Again) With Your Career" to rekindle the flame. Something Major Founder, executive coach, and WSJ Best-Selling Author, Randi Braun will sit down in conversation with Career Coach, HR Expert & Podcast Host, Johnny Guidry.

About the free event:

• Content: Together, Randi and Johnny will discuss strategies for how women can fall in love again with their career. This wide-ranging conversation on authenticity, burnout, purpose, productivity, and boundaries will provide women with the tools they need to reignite the passion in their work lives, before taking your Q&A.

• Time & Place: Wednesday, Feb 14th at 12PM ET (Zoom)

• Audience: This event is for career-focused professional women. Whether you work in an organization, for yourself, or are in career transition, we invite you to join us for this for this event.

Join us for an inspiring hour and to ask your questions to Randi and Johnny live!

Kick off the new year with an afternoon of women's leadership development, working out, and networking.

Hosted by executive coach and WSJ best-selling author, Randi Braun, join SWEAT AND RESET on Friday, January 26th from 1:30-4:30pm.

This isn't just a "group fitness class." SWEAT & RESET is an afternoon of women's leadership development, working out, and networking with other women who share a similar goal of making 2024 a strong and satisfying year!

We'll kick off the New Year with a workshop on "Reimagining Productivity," before taking one of Barre3's empowering, for-all-levels workout classes, with networking along the way.

Participants can expect to walk away with:

• An understanding of the "Three Productivity Traps" that keep high-performing women stressed out and hustling against a never-ending to-do list

• Strategies for resetting from the "Productive Mindset" to the "Impactful Mindset"

• New tools you can apply to work immediately upon returning to your office, to decrease exhaustion and increase impactfulness

• Workshop content is adapted from both Braun's Wall Street Journal best-selling book, Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work, as well as from the work she does with her coaching clients, so expect to walk away with tactical strategies

• In addition to these robust professional development takeaways, participants can expect to have a great workout (suitable for all levels) and enjoy an afternoon of different-in-kind networking

"Attending [one of Randi's] events is the investment in yourself and your wellbeing that you didn’t know you needed."

- VP of DEI & Something Major Event Alumna

Check Out Our Agenda:

1:15pm Registration Opens

1:30pm Welcome & Introductions

1:40pm Reimagining Productivity Workshop

2:50pm Networking Break

3:00pm Barre3 Workout class

3:50pm Networking Break

4:00pm Concluding Workshop

4:30pm Event Concludes

"Thank you so much, Randi, for hosting such a wonderful event. I’ve been to so many networking events that can be intimidating or are not actually productive in building meaningful connections. But this one was so different. I felt so comfortable—and am very happy that I have three lunches scheduled with women from the event. I look forward to continuing to reach out to other women as well, thanks again!"

- VP of Communications & Something Major Event Alumna

FAQs

Will I walk away with anything tangible?

YES! Per the above, you will walk away with new tools you can use to reimagine "productivity" in your workflow: equipping yourself with new strategies to be more efficient, impactful, and fulfilled at work-- and less exhausted as we kick off a new year.

Why SWEAT AND RESET?

For years, clients have been raving about the magic of Braun's retreats, which offer a combination of women's leadership development, wellness activities, and networking. SWEAT AND RESET takes the best of what clients love about retreats but remixes the format: offering "fan favorites" at a fraction of the time commitment and cost.

Who should come?

This event is designed for experienced, career-focused professional women -- whether you're a leader in your organization, an entrepreneur, a woman in career transition, or a community mover-and-shaker -- looking to enjoy an afternoon of professional development, networking, and working out.

What is Barre3 and how do I know if I'll like the class?

About the class: Barre3 is a full-body workout combining strength, cardio, and mindfulness. This class is suitable for all levels.

Why we chose it: For years, Braun struggled with her own relationship to her body and to fitness: she fell in love with Barre3 years ago when she finally found a workout that empowered clients to honor and love their bodies, instead of just trying to "make them smaller" like so many others.

Something for everyone: If you're looking to get your sweat on, you've come to the right place! Similarly, if you have injuries or are brand new, the Barre3 signature way of teaching is to offer modifications for every single pose. This class has something for everyone.

What should I wear?

Fitness apparel. We'll be spending the afternoon in a workout studio so come comfortably.

What if I can only come for part of the day?

Participants who can join the whole afternoon will get the most out of SWEAT AND RESET. If you know you have to come late or leave early to accommodate a standing meeting or another commitment, we recommend you come to another event so you can gain the full ROI on your investment If you do join us, tell work/clients you're at a professional development event for the rest of the day and set that auto-responder!

Wait, do you think work could reimburse me for my ticket?

Maybe! About half of our participants for Something Major events are employer-sponsored, while half are self-sponsored. Feel free to email Braun at randi@somethingmajorcoaching.com for her customizable email template for asking work to reimburse your ticket. Pro tip if your self-employed: talk to your accountant about whether you can write this off as a professional development expense.

Are tickets refundable?

Tickets are non-refundable. If you are unable to come, you may transfer your ticket to a friend or colleague.

What if I have more questions?

Ask away! You can email Braun at randi@somethingmajorcoaching.com

About the host, Randi Braun:

Randi Braun is the WSJ Best-Selling Author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work, a certified executive coach, and CEO of the coaching firm, Something Major.

She is passionate about helping women thrive in the workplace, and her insights on women's leadership have been featured by CNBC, The Washington Post, Forbes (where she writes her own by-line for the Forbes Coaches Council), Parents Magazine and others. Randi spends her time coaching clients, speaking at conferences and companies, and designing free community events like this one. Get in touch with her to learn more about her work or working together.

Moving Swiftly Into 2024: Lessons All Women Can Learn From Taylor Swift

Join Something Major founder, executive coach, and WSJ Best-Selling Author, Randi Braun, on Wednesday, January 17th at 12pm ET for Moving SWIFTLY Into 2024: Lessons All Women Can Learn From Taylor Swift.

• Workshop Inspiration: From the way she builds her brand and owns her message, to the way she bounces back from adversity, Taylor Swift has shown the world that she is a force — and we can be too.

• What You’ll Learn: In this free, one-hour workshop, Braun will walk women through five of Swift’s most inspiring leadership qualities — sharing practical advice and tactical tools for how women can translate them into our own (regular, non-celebrity) work lives.

Whether you’re a friendship-bracelet-red-lipstick-wearing “Swiftie” or just inspired by Swift’s business prowess, join for an inspiring and uplifting hour to move SWIFTLY into 2024. Register for free here.

Let's tackle the "crazy" of end-of-year together!

Join women's leadership coach and WSJ best-selling author, Randi Braun, on Friday, December 15th for a morning of virtual co-working, from 10:30am-12:00pmET.

Inspired by how incredibly productive Randi has felt at similar co-working clubs with one of her own teachers, Playing Big author Tara Mohr, Randi is (finally) bringing a co-working club to the Something Major community!

Registration is free. Learn more or sign up below.

Let's come together and co-work to:

1. Finally do that project you've been procrastinating

2. Dedicate work time to that thing that must get off your desk by the end of the year

3. Carve out the time to take care of a personal task you've been dreading and just need a little bit of accountability on

How it works:

• Log on at 10:30am ET to join other women who want to work quietly and independently, while having the accountability of dedicated work time and the community support to bring a task over the finish line (Pro Tip: this is casual, so if you log on late, don't sweat it).

• Randi will kick us off with a few words of inspiration for how to use the time (and how to tackle year-end-crazy in general) before we move into heads-down work time.

• We'll work for approx. 45 minutes before taking an optional stretch break (did you know that research shows small breaks like that actually make you more focused, creative and productive?) before settling into a second work block.

• Before we part ways at 12pm ET, Randi will close us out with a few final ideas for keeping the momentum going.

Who should join?

• Women looking to get something done, who feel inspired by the accountability and support of co-working in community with each other.

• Note: Something Major is a coaching firm and community dedicated to advancing women in the workplace. We invite all women and folx of underrepresented genders to join us for a morning of focus-time.

How to prepare:

• All you need to do is log on with something to work on.

• Don't worry about dressing up: sweatpants are encouraged and you can prepare to be off-camera the entire time.

Please be in touch with any questions.

About the host, Randi Braun:

Randi Braun is the WSJ Best-Selling Author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work, a certified executive coach, and CEO of the coaching firm, Something Major.

She is passionate about helping women thrive in the workplace and her insights on women's leadership have been featured by CNBC, The Washington Post, Forbes (where she writes her own by-line for the Forbes Coaches Council), Parents Magazine and others. Randi spends her time coaching clients, speaking at conferences and companies, and designing free community events like this one. Get in touch with her to learn more about her work or working together.

Some days, finding self-confidence can feel like a small miracle. During Chanukah, Wall Street Journal bestselling author Randi Braun and Rabbi Nora offer a Jewish perspective on shining your light inside and outside of the workplace. Learn how to kindle the spark within to leverage your unique skills and talents, find balance to avoid flaming out, and turn your light outwards to achieve your personal and professional goals.

Braun is the author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work and an expert at helping high-achieving women thrive in their roles.

Copies of this book will be available for purchase at the event.

Doors will open at 6:00pm for some light refreshments. The event will begin promptly at 7:00pm, please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes before the start time to ensure a smooth entry process.

"Surround yourself only with people who are going to take you higher” - Oprah Winfrey

As busy women juggling it all, we know that networking is super important and enriching… and we’re also all super busy.

That’s why Wall Street Journal best-selling author and women’s leadership coach, Randi Braun, is hosting her Something Major Power Lunch: an intimate women’s leadership networking lunch in Washington, DC.

You’re invited to join us on Friday, October 27th at 1:00pm at Zaytinya.

The first Power Lunch received rave reviews and sold out quickly, which is why we're excited to do it again! Space is limited and registration is first-come-first-served. You can learn more about the Something Major Power Lunch or sign up below.

"Thank you so much, Randi, for hosting such a wonderful event. I’ve been to so many networking events that can be intimidating or are not actually productive in building meaningful connections. But this one was so different. I felt so comfortable—and am very happy that I have three lunches scheduled with women from the event. I look forward to continuing to reach out to other women as well, thanks again!"

- VP of Communications & Something Major Power Lunch Alumna

About the Event:

• What’s included: Beginning with a champagne toast, we’ll sit down for a leisurely, multi-course meal at Zaytinya where attendees can network and connect in a low-stress (high-fun) environment.

• Audience: This lunch is designed for experienced, career-focused professional women -- whether you're a leader in your organization, an entrepreneur, a woman in career transition, or a community mover-and-shaker -- looking to make authentic connections with other women.

• Theme: Heading into the "busy" of year-end, the theme of our Something Major Power Lunch will be Saying "Yes" to Saying "No." We look forward to creating a safe, fun, and dynamic space for women to connect about this important topic.

• Attire: Business casual (jeans permitted).

• Have questions? Email Randi@SomethingMajorCoaching.com to get in touch. If you have dietary restrictions, please contact Randi after registering so we can alert Zaytinya.

About the Host, Randi Braun:

Randi Braun is the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work. A member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Braun is the CEO & Founder of the women’s leadership firm, Something Major, a highly-regarded speaker, and an ICF-certified executive coach, who has worked with 50+ organizations including Microsoft, Uber, Virgin, Accor Hotels, and Cox Communications, among others. An expert at helping high-performing women thrive in demanding roles, she coaches clients, runs retreats, and speaks frequently at conferences. Her insights on women’s leadership have been featured in The Washington Post, CNBC, Forbes, Talk Radio Europe (BBC), Thrive Global, Parents Magazine, and The Chicago Tribune.

You’re invited on Friday, September 22 as we remix an iconic DC tradition — tea time at The Willard.

Please join Wall Street Journal best-selling author, Something Major founder, and executive coach Randi Braun for the inaugural Something Major: High-Power High Tea: an afternoon of networking, women's leadership inspiration and (of course) tea.

Gather with other women leaders for an afternoon of connection and conversation:

• Mix & Mingle. Check in at 1pm and enjoy a glass of champagne (or sparkling water), as you network with an intimate group of attendees.

• Women’s Leadership Fireside Chat with Jen Mormile, Entrepreneur & Immediate Past Chief Business Officer of Condé Nast. Join the conversation as event host, Randi Braun, interviews Jen Mormile. They’ll discuss Jen’s journey and her insights into what being a “successful” leader really means: whether it’s building teams that break barriers with their creativity and connectivity, or how to crush business goals while balancing being a strong and empathetic leader.

• Tea Time. Following our fireside chat, we’ll sit down to The Willard’s famous afternoon tea service, networking in one of DC’s most historic “room where it happens.”

"Thank you so much, Randi, for hosting such a wonderful event. I’ve been to so many networking events that can be intimidating or are not actually productive in building meaningful connections. But this one was so different. I felt so comfortable—and am very happy that I have three lunches scheduled with women from the event. I look forward to continuing to reach out to other women as well, thanks again!"

- Vice President of Communications & Something Major Event Alumna

Additional Details:

• Audience: High-Power High Tea is designed for experienced, career-focused professional women -- whether you're a leader in your organization, an entrepreneur, a woman in career transition, or a community mover-and-shaker -- looking to make authentic connections with other women.

• Venue: As we host an afternoon dedicated to empowering women, we’re taking over one of DC’s most historic gathering places for Washington’s influencers (it’s actually the site where the term “lobbying” was coined). Founded in 1847, The Willard was the "room where it happened" for over a century… as long as you were a man. Join us as we celebrate the power of what happens when women come together during this inspiring afternoon of networking.

• Attire: Tea-Time-Chic. There are no official “rules.” We’re remixing a tradition so have fun with it!

• Have questions? Email Randi@SomethingMajorCoaching.com to get in touch. If you have dietary restrictions, please contact Randi after registering so we can alert the hotel.

Terms and Conditions: Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. The speaker and program are subject to change at the organizer’s sole discretion. Only ticketed guests will be allowed to enter the event. By entering the event, guests consent to have their photographs taken.

Do you remember the feeling of picking out a new lunchbox, lacing up new sneakers, or the smell of fresh No. 2 pencils?

Join Wall Street Journal best-selling author and executive coach, Randi Braun, for the return of her Let’s Do Lunch workshop series -- her free, virtual workshop series for women at work -- with an express workshop on Embracing the Back to School Mindset at Work on Thursday, September 14th at 12:00pm ET.

In a world filled with five-year plans, we'll focus more on five-minute strategies: discussing how we can embrace the "back to school mindset" to make small, super-tactical moves that leave us feeling more focused.

Jumpstart your fall with this free 30-minute workshop filled with "quick hits" designed to get you more intentional about your priorities, time, and networking. Join live to ask Randi your questions or sign up to receive a recording.

About Randi Braun & Something Major:

A member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Randi Braun is a highly-regarded speaker and ICF-certified executive coach. The Founder of Something Major, her insights have been featured in CNBC, The Washington Post, Forbes, Talk Radio Europe (broadcast by The BBC), and The Chicago Tribune, among others.

She is also the author of the Wall Street Journal best-selling book, Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work (New Degree Press, 2023).

Join us for this intimate gathering of women at The Four Seasons Georgetown for a day of Reimagining Wellbeing, Leadership, and Longevity.

Hosted by Something Major Founder and certified women’s leadership coach, Randi Braun, we're thrilled to be back at The Four Seasons for an experience that past attendees have described as "absolutely perfect," "transformational" and "exactly what I needed."

Join us on Friday, June 9th for Realign & Recharge: A Something Major Women’s Leadership Retreat at The Four Seasons Hotel & Spa in Georgetown.

• Retreat Impact: Hosted by author, Something Major Founder, and certified women’s leadership coach, Randi Braun, we're thrilled to be back at The Four Seasons for an experience that past attendees have described as "absolutely perfect," "transformational" and "exactly what I needed."

• June 2023 Theme: Our June retreat will focus on the topic of Reimagining Wellbeing, Leadership & Longevity, workshopping actionable content from Braun's new book Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work.

• Calendar Considerations: Our retreats consistently sell out and this is the final time we plan to host a Realign & Recharge Retreat this year.

Sign up or learn more about the day’s agenda, cost, and FAQs below. We've had women travel from as far as Oregon to join us, and we hope you'll join us this year as well!

"As a two-time participant in Something Major Retreats, I have been equally amazed and impressed by the quality of conversation, instant camaraderie of women from completely different backgrounds, and the ease at which Randi facilitates thought-provoking discussion. Attending this annual event is the investment in yourself and your wellbeing that you didn’t know you needed."

- 'Iolani Bullock, VP of DEI at The Carlyle Group & Author of "Lenox Takes Flight"

Retreat Agenda & Details:

AM: Realigning Mind & Body

• Coffee & Connect: We'll begin the day with an opportunity to network with other women over coffee and light refreshments.

• Welcome & Reimagining Wellbeing, Leadership & Longevity Workshop by Randi Braun: Our wellbeing is critical-- especially when we feel too busy to prioritize it in our stretched-too-thin-work-lives. In this workshop, you will learn the five self care myths (and how to overcome them) that keep high-performing women running on fumes; as well as build an individualized game plan for investing in your leadership and longevity by prioritizing your wellbeing.

• Nourishing Vinyasa Flow Yoga: After realigning our minds, we’ll realign our body with a nourishing vinyasa flow yoga class. This class is suitable for all levels.

PM: Recharging Our Spirit

• Lunch & Wine Tasting: To recharge our spirits, following yoga we’ll sit down for a delicious lunch accompanied by a wine tasting with The Four Seasons’ own sommelier.

• Dessert Tasting & Completion Exercise: We'll end the day with a final chance to connect over coffee and a leisurely dessert tasting, followed by a completion exercise and closing remarks from Randi.

Attire: Keeping it casual and relaxed, leggings/yoga clothes are required. Ponytails are not required, but strongly encouraged.

Cost:

• Standard Registration: $995/person

• Work Wives Discount: Registration is reduced to $950/person when you sign up with a work wife. Past retreats have featured mentor/mentee pairs, bosses and their HI-PO, girlfriends, and even sisters.

Pro Tip #1 - Ask Your Employer to Sponsor Your Seat: About 50% of our participants have their employer sponsor their participation as a leadership development and/or networking experience, while half of our attendees self-sponsor. Reach out for a copy of our Business Case Kit if you’re interested in learning more about how your employer might sponsor your participation as a leadership development and/or networking experience (randi@somethingmajorcoaching.com).

Pro Tip # 2 - Reduced Rate for Overnighting at The Four Seasons: For those coming from out of town, or for local Washingtonians who are looking for a reason to indulge, we have a room block available at the extremely discounted rate of $525/night for both Thursday, 6/8 and Friday,6/9 (Note: rooms typically start at $1,100/night). Rooms are first-come-first-served and must be booked after registration is completed. So, if you know you plan to overnight, please email Randi Braun at randi@somethingmajorcoaching.com as soon as you register. Of course, overnighting at The Four Seasons is 100% optional.

FAQs:

1. Who is this for? Any woman who is looking to level up her leadership at work by reimagining her wellbeing and connecting with other like-minded women who are invested in doing the same.

2. Do I need to be vaccinated to come? YES. If you’re unvaccinated, we ask you to please sit this one out and we look forward to having you at a future event.

3. What’s included? The day’s agenda above, which includes the workshop, yoga class, lunch, wine tasting, and light refreshments in the morning upon arrival.

4. This sounds fun, but will I leave with anything tangible? Yes, in addition to leaving re-energized after an inspiring and restorative day, you will leave with your own Reimagining Wellbeing game plan and a key concepts cheat sheet.

5. Will this event be held indoors or outdoors? We plan to hold this event outdoors using a space that can provide cover in the event of rain. In the event of severe weather (e.g. dangerously heavy or disruptive storms or wind), we will work with The Four Seasons on a safe modification that balances Covid precautions with inclement-weather-safety precautions.

6. Will there be food? Yes, we’ll have a luxurious food and beverage program, including light refreshments in the morning and lunch, wine-tasting, and dessert in the afternoon.

7. What if I have dietary restrictions or allergies? No problem - that's what we love about our partners at The Four Seasons: they take care of everything. Please share those after you register and please also alert the staff the day of the event.

8. Is there parking? Parking is not included, but retreat attendees will receive a discounted rate of $42/day. We will be drinking wine so please plan to make your transportation plans responsibly.

9. What else do I need to know? Just like you’d sign a waiver any time you go to a new exercise studio, we’ll ask you to sign one when you arrive at the retreat. A signed waiver will be required to participate.

Other questions? Email Randi Braun at randi@somethingmajorcoaching.com.

Meet the Host, Randi Braun:

Randi Braun is the author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work. A member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Braun is the CEO & Founder of the women’s leadership firm, Something Major, a highly-regarded speaker, and an ICF-certified executive coach, who has worked with 50+ organizations including Microsoft, Uber, Accor Hotels, and Cox Communications, among others.

An expert at helping high-performing women thrive inside male-dominated industries and in demanding roles, her insights on women’s leadership have been featured in The Washington Post, Forbes, Thrive Global, Parents Magazine, and The Chicago Tribune.

Terms & Conditions: Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Participants are required to supply their own yoga mat and certify their vaccination status. All participants will be required to sign a standard event waiver after registration to participate. Participants must comply with all instructions/requirements from the facilitators and/or Four Seasons hotel on the day of the event. Facilitators reserve the right to make any and all modifications to the program deemed necessary.

"Surround yourself only with people who are going to take you higher” - Oprah Winfrey

As busy women juggling it all, we know that networking is super important and enriching… and we’re also all super busy.

That’s why Wall Street Journal best-selling author and women’s leadership coach, Randi Braun, is hosting the first-ever Something Major Power Lunch: an intimate women’s leadership networking lunch in Washington, DC.

You’re invited to join us on Friday, May 19th at 1pm at Zaytinya.

Space is limited and registration is first-come-first-served. You can learn more about the Something Major Power Lunch or sign up below.

About the Event:

• What’s included: Beginning with a champagne toast, we’ll sit down for a leisurely, multi-course meal at Zaytinya where attendees can network and connect in a low-stress (high-fun) environment.

• Audience: This lunch is designed for experienced, career-focused professional women -- whether you're a leader in your organization, an entrepreneur, a woman in career transition, or a community mover-and-shaker -- looking to make authentic connections with other women.

• Theme: In honor of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, the theme of our inaugural Something Major Power Lunch will be “Managing Stress at the Top of Your Game.” We look forward to creating a safe and dynamic space for women to connect about this important topic.

• Have questions? Email Randi@SomethingMajorCoaching.com to get in touch. If you have dietary restrictions, please contact Randi after registering so we can alert Zaytinya.

About the Host, Randi Braun:

Randi Braun is the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work. A member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Braun is the CEO & Founder of the women’s leadership firm, Something Major, a highly-regarded speaker, and an ICF-certified executive coach, who has worked with 50+ organizations including Microsoft, Uber, Virgin, Accor Hotels, and Cox Communications, among others. An expert at helping high-performing women thrive in demanding roles, she coaches clients, runs retreats, and speaks frequently at conferences. Her insights on women’s leadership have been featured in The Washington Post, CNBC, Forbes, Talk Radio Europe (BBC), Thrive Global, Parents Magazine, and The Chicago Tribune.

Join UWIB and Randi Braun, Author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work, as she shares her tips for cracking the leadership code and building a work life you love.

She’s changing women’s lives, one play at a time.

Women are natural leaders but they’ve been taught to play the game by an outdated set of rules. So certified executive coach, Randi Braun, wrote them a new playbook.

In Braun’s book, Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work, women will discover how to play the leadership game on their own terms and win when it comes to achieving their goals: whether it’s cracking the code on your self-doubt by ditching perfectionism, external validation, and the tyranny of your inner critic, or learning new tactics for owning your message (don’t miss 16 things she forbids you to say at work). Braun’s book provides a fresh take on one of the most tremendous challenges of our time: empowering women at work to chart their own course to the top — dialing up confidence and fulfillment, and dialing down burnout in the process.

Agenda

12:00pm - 12:05pm: Quick introductions

12:05pm - 12:35pm: Fireside Chat with Randi

12:35pm - 12:50pm: Q&A from audience

12:50pm - 1:00pm : Book raffle & closing

We will be raffling 5 of her books out to attendees!

Zoom Link to be emailed to all 24 hours before the event.

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About United Women in Business: The United Women in Business Foundation (UWIB) seeks to foster professional success through education among all women. Through educational programming, mentorship, and community service initiatives, our goal is to help members excel despite the challenges and inequalities that women face in today’s business environment. We support and connect women with different experience levels ranging from undergraduate and graduate students, to young professionals, female executives, and thought leaders.

Getting Involved with United Women in Business: If you are interested in UWIB and would like to receive invites to future events, please fill out our FREE, 5-minute sign-up form here. Check out our UWIB website and stay connected with our team on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

By registering for a United Women in Business Foundation event, you are giving permission for UWIB to use any photos of you from this event for UWIB promotional purposes and for UWIB and UWIB's partners to contact you via email after this event.

Join the DC Alumnae Network for a TrailblazHER Talk featuring Randi Braun 10C, CEO and Founder of the women's leadership firm, Something Major.

Enjoy a lunch hour filled with networking and connection with local DMV alumnae complimented by a fireside chat featuring Randi discussing her new book "Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work.” Randi will discuss her tips for mastering 10 core competencies that she views as essential to achieving career satisfaction as an established female professional. Randi will be joined by Claudia Howard 10B, Head of Industry, Education at Goggle and serving as our event host and moderator. 

Registration is FREE and a boxed lunch from Jetties will be provided to all attendees. We hope to see you there! 

More on our Speaker and Moderator: 

Randi Braun 10C – Speaker Randi Braun is the author of Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work. A member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Braun is the CEO & Founder of the women’s leadership firm, Something Major, a highly-regarded speaker, and an ICF-certified executive coach, who has worked with 50+ organizations including Microsoft, Uber, Virgin, Accor Hotels, and Cox Communications, among others. An expert at helping high-performing women thrive in demanding roles, her insights on women’s leadership have been featured in The Washington Post, Forbes, Thrive Global, Parents Magazine, and The Chicago Tribune. Randi coaches, leads retreats and, when she’s not traveling to attend events like ours, Randi lives in Washington, DC with her spouse and two children. 

Claudia Howard 10B – Moderator and Host Claudia Howard is currently Head of Industry, Education at Google, supporting Higher Ed and Ed Tech companies reach their business goals. Previously she was a Sr. Account Executive supporting government partners, working closely with many of the civilian service agencies, most recently leading the COVID-19 Vaccine Public Education Campaign with the Department of Health and Human Services. Before Google, Claudia spent her career in television and entertainment in various marketing positions at The Weather Channel, FOX Sports, and Warner Bros. Discovery (formerly Turner). She earned her MBA from Emory University’s Goizueta Business School and a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism & Mass Communication from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Claudia resides in Silver Spring, Maryland with her husband and two young sons. 

Join Randi Braun for a book signing of her WSJ Best-Selling Book, Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work" at the LA Times Festival of Books. 

Randi will be signing books on Saturday April 22nd at the Black Chateau Enterprises booth from 11am - 1pm. Books can be purchased in advance or on-site. 

Please join host Carol Kim for a CHIEF-members-only book talk and signing with Randi Braun, the WSJ best-selling author of "Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work" at the CHIEF Los Angeles Clubhouse on Thursday, 4/20 at 5:30pm PST.

We'll mingle over drinks at 5:30pm before sitting down with Randi at 6:00pm to hear her insights on women's leadership from her new, must-read book. I'm excited to interview Randi (if you haven't read her book, you should know her style can be summed up as sage advice told one wildly entertaining story at a time), before taking your questions.

If you don't have the book yet, you can grab your copy here.

If you already have a copy, you are welcome to bring it for Randi to sign after the book talk. She'll have extras for people to buy if they'd like a signed copy.

A book is NOT required to attend. All CHIEF members are welcome!

We're excited to host Randi Braun, Wall Street Journal best-selling author, who will talk with us about some of the topics in her new book Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work. 

Women are natural leaders, but have been taught to play under an outdated set of rules. Braun's book provides a fresh take on leadership, and addresses important issues like perfectionism, imposter syndrome and hustle culture, while also highlighting valuable tools such as boundaries, goal-setting and productivity.

Join us at 11AM MST as we go deeper with Braun!

Join us for this intimate gathering of women at The Four Seasons Georgetown for a day of Reimagining Wellbeing, Leadership, and Longevity.

Hosted by Something Major Founder and certified women’s leadership coach, Randi Braun, we're thrilled to be back at The Four Seasons for an experience that past attendees have described as "absolutely perfect," "transformational" and "exactly what I needed."

Join us on Friday, May 6th for Realign & Recharge: A Something Major Women’s Leadership Retreat at The Four Seasons Hotel & Spa in Georgetown.

Last year our two retreats sold out and this year we will only run Realign & Recharge once, with brand new content on our 2022 theme of Reimagining Wellbeing, Leadership & Longevity. We're excited to spend this time with you once again and read on for more information about this different-in-kind women's leadership experience.

Sign up or learn more about the day’s agenda, cost, and FAQs below.

Retreat Agenda:

AM: Realigning Mind & Body

• Coffee & Connect: We'll begin the day with an opportunity to network with other participants over coffee and light refreshments.

• Welcome & Reimagining Wellbeing, Leadership & Longevity Workshop by Randi Braun: Our wellbeing is critical-- especially when we feel too busy to prioritize it in our stretched-too-thin-work-lives. In this workshop, you will learn the four self care myths (and how to overcome them) that keep high-performing women running on fumes; as well as build an individualized game plan for investing in your leadership and longevity by prioritizing your wellbeing.

• Nourishing Vinyasa Flow Yoga: After realigning our minds, we’ll realign our body with a nourishing vinyasa flow yoga class. This class is suitable for all levels.

PM: Recharging Our Spirit

• Lunch & Wine Tasting: To recharge our spirits, following yoga we’ll sit down for a delicious lunch accompanied by a wine tasting with The Four Seasons’ own sommelier.

• Dessert Tasting & Closing Remarks: We'll end the day with a final chance to connect over coffee and a leisurely dessert tasting, followed by closing remarks from Randi.

Attire: Keeping it casual and relaxed, leggings/yoga clothes are required. Ponytails are not required, but strongly encouraged.

Cost:

• Standard Registration: $595/person

• Work Wives Discount: Registration is reduced to $550/person when you sign up with a work wife. Past retreats have featured mentor/mentee pairs, bosses and their HI-PO, girlfriends, and even sisters.

Pro Tip #1 - Ask Your Employer to Sponsor Your Seat: About 50% of our 2021 participants had their employer sponsor their participation as a leadership development and/or networking experience. Reach out for a copy of our Business Case Kit if you’re interested in learning more about how your employer might sponsor your participation as a leadership development and/or networking experience (randi@somethingmajorcoaching.com).

Pro Tip # 2 - Reduced Rate for Overnighting at The Four Seasons: For those coming from out of town, or for local Washingtonians who are looking for a reason to indulge, we have a room block available at the extremely discounted rate of $450/night for both Thursday, 5/5 and Friday, 5/6 (Note: rooms typically start at $1,100/night). Rooms are first-come-first-served and must be booked after registration is completed. So, if you know you plan to overnight, please email Randi Braun at randi@somethingmajorcoaching.com as soon as you register. Of course, overnighting at The Four Seasons is 100% optional.

FAQs:

1. Who is this for? Any woman who is looking to level up her leadership at work by reimagining her wellbeing and connecting with other like-minded women who are invested in doing the same.

2. What should I bring? Your yoga mat, your vaccine card, and your enthusiasm for participating.

3. Do I need to be vaccinated to come? YES. If you’re unvaccinated, we ask you to please sit this one out and we look forward to having you at a future event.

4. What’s included? The day’s agenda above, which includes the workshop, yoga class, lunch, wine tasting, and light refreshments in the morning upon arrival.

5. This sounds fun, but will I leave with anything tangible? Yes, in addition to leaving re-energized after an inspiring and restorative day, you will leave with your own Reimagining Wellbeing game plan and a key concepts cheat sheet.

6. Will this event be held indoors or outdoors? We plan to hold this event outdoors using a space that can provide cover in the event of rain. In the event of severe weather (e.g. dangerously heavy or disruptive storms or wind), we will work with The Four Seasons on a safe modification that balances Covid precautions with inclement-weather-safety precautions.

7. Will there be food? Yes, we’ll have light refreshments in the morning and lunch in the afternoon, including wine.

8. What if I have dietary restrictions or allergies? No problem - that's what we love about our partners at The Four Seasons: they take care of everything. Please share those after you register and please also alert the staff the day of the event.

9. Is there parking? Parking is not included, but retreat attendees will receive a discounted rate of $35/day. We will be drinking wine so please plan to make your transportation plans responsibly.

10. What else do I need to know? Just like you’d sign a waiver any time you go to a new exercise studio, we’ll ask you to sign one when you arrive at the retreat. A signed waiver will be required to participate.

Other questions? Email Randi Braun at randi@somethingmajorcoaching.com.

Meet the Host, Randi Braun:

Specializing with women, Randi Braun is a certified executive coach, consultant, speaker, and the Founder of Something Major.

An expert at helping women leaders thrive in demanding, unpredictable, high-performance, and high-volume environments, she has worked with a diverse slate of institutional and individual clients; coaching leaders--and their teams--across the Fortune 500, Capitol Hill, professional services (big law, PR, consulting), tech, entrepreneurship, government relations and advocacy, medicine, financial services and real estate investment firms, start-ups, non-profits, the arts, and trade associations.

A thought leader who has been featured by Forbes, The Washington Post, Parents Magazine, Thrive Global, and The Chicago Tribune, Randi speaks frequently on the topics of women's professional development and leadership, thriving in working parenthood, avoiding burnout, and building meaningful professional relationships. She has spoken for organizations including The U.S. Congress, Microsoft, Uber, The Embassy of Canada, UCLA's Anderson School of Management, Women in Government Relations, The National Association of Manufacturers, and multiple global law firms.

Meet our Yoga Instructor, Elena Papina:

Elena Papina, native of Moscow, Russia, discovered yoga in Washington over twenty years ago with a group of friends who found out how the yoga practice on the mat and off the mat could complement their mutual passion for an active outdoor lifestyle.

Elena loves to learn and grow in her yoga teaching as well as in her own practice. After taking a multiple training series from Brian Kest, Crissy Carter, Sean Corn, Jason Crandell, she enrolled in an advanced training led by Para Yoga true master teacher - Rod Stryker.

“The heart that gives, gathers” is Elena’s true flagship. With its guidance, Elena offers group yoga classes as well as private yoga classes and the outdoor adventures through ‘NYogaFitness.

Elena's classes encourage students to explore in a fun and playful way, guided by the courageous and kind warrior that resides in each student’s heart. At the end of practice, students are left feeling strong and grounded, balanced and inspired, and loving and compassionate.

And if you ask Elena about her favorite season, she might surprise you with her answer: “any season if it snows!”

Terms & Conditions: Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Participants are required to supply their own yoga mat and certify their vaccination status. All participants will be required to sign a standard event waiver after registration to participate. Participants must comply with all instructions/requirements from the facilitators and/or Four Seasons hotel on the day of the event. Facilitators reserve the right to make any and all modifications to the program deemed necessary.

“People don't know what you’ve done until you tell them, so let’s get strategically loud.” - Meredith Fineman, Author of Brag Better

Join executive coach and Something Major Founder, Randi Braun, for a Let’s Do Lunch: Brag Better session with author, speaker, and all-around bragging rockstar, Meredith Fineman.

Author of Brag Better: Master the Art of Fearless Self-Promotion, we are thrilled to bring Fineman to the Something Major community for the February edition of Let’s Do Lunch on Wednesday, February 23rd at 12:00pm ET.

Join us for this conversation about:

• Why our work doesn’t speak for itself and what we need to know to get the credit we deserve (spoiler: if you believe doing good work is “enough,” you are a member of what Fineman called “the qualified quiet”... and you’re probably leaving compensation and reputation points on the table)

• Tips for how to get loud, proud, and strategic about your accomplishments in a way that is authentic to you

• Tactics for building your brand -- both at work and in your industry

• Tools for how to increase your confidence when it comes to showing other people how awesome you are and for having important conversations (e.g. that raise, that promotion, that interview...)

Registration is free and join us live to ask your questions directly to Fineman, a sought-after speaker and bragging guru for women.

Meet the Speakers:

Meredith Fineman: is a best-selling author, host, speaker, writer, and entrepreneur. Fineman is the author of Brag Better: Master the Art of Fearless Self-Promotion (Portfolio Penguin Randomhouse, 2020). Brag Better is based on her ten years of building a framework for strategic self-promotion grounded in public relations, strategic communications, and leadership professional development. The book is for The Qualified Quiet - those that have done the work but don’t know how to talk about it. This audience term is one that Fineman owns and created.

Fineman’s core venture is the Brag Better Bootcamp: a four-week e-learning series based around the principles of her findings with strategic self-promotion. She leads Bootcamps for individuals quarterly, as well as versions for brands, companies, and corporations with specialties in addressing issues around cultivating an environment of healthy pride, a diversity of voices, championing employee work, and bragging on behalf of yourself and others.

A freelance writer of 17 years, Fineman has held columns and bylines in outlets from Harvard Business Review, to FastCompany, Forbes, Inc, Elle, Shondaland, Cosmopolitan, and more. She writes about entrepreneurship, business, women’s issues, and fashion.

Fineman is a frequent speaker on stages domestically and globally. She has spoken to brands like Levi’s, to conferences like the 3% conference, and to universities like Stanford. She is represented exclusively by American Program Bureau. Her topics range from her core Brag Better philosophy to Bragging Better and visibility for women, to corporate culture and a diversity of voices. She is available for custom keynotes and training. Learn more at www.meredithfineman.com.

Randi Braun: the host of this event, an executive coach, speaker, and the Founder of Something Major. Specializing with women leaders, Randi has coached leaders across the Fortune 500, government, financial services and real estate investment firms, law firms, start-ups, non-profits, and trade associations. A thought leader who has been featured by Forbes, The Washington Post, and Parents Magazine, Randi speaks frequently on the topics of women's professional development and leadership, beating burnout, thriving in working parenthood, and building meaningful professional relationships.

If you've ever told yourself some version of this story, "I'm really hard on myself but it's what makes me successful," we need to chat...

Why are we so hard on ourselves? And is it helping or hurting our performance at work?

We all have an inner critic. It keeps our brain buzzing with chatter about why we’re not good enough, why we might fail or be rejected, and how others will view us... and it's exhausting!

While self-awareness is important, we run into problems when our inner critic becomes too chatty. Or, when we can’t distinguish between the inner critic’s version of the story and the truth.

Join executive coach, Randi Braun, for a workshop on how to quiet your inner critic. Participants will learn tools for:

• Identifying your inner critic

• Rethinking self-awareness and checking yourself on whether you’re hearing the "inner critic" or the "voice of reason"

• Learning tools for how to quiet your inner critic (and avoiding the pitfalls that don't work)

Meet the host:

Randi Braun: the host of this event, an executive coach, speaker, and the Founder of Something Major. Specializing with women leaders, Randi has coached leaders across the Fortune 500, government, financial services and real estate investment firms, law firms, start-ups, non-profits, and trade associations. A thought leader who has been featured by Forbes, The Washington Post, and Parents Magazine, Randi speaks frequently on the topics of women's professional development and leadership, beating burnout, thriving in working parenthood, and building meaningful professional relationships.