Behind the Scenes

Unlocking Greatness Retreat

Unlocking Greatness Retreat Behind the Scenes

From the venue to the preparation, here is a first look behind the scenes as we get ready for the Unlocking Greatness Retreat on June 13th. More updates are being added as we continue preparing for this powerful time of spiritual, personal, and entrepreneurial growth.

Venue Preview

A First Look at the Venue

We’ve selected a beautiful hotel in Illinois (near O'Hare airport) with free shuttle rides to and from the airport and free parking. For privacy and security, full event details are given to registered attendees, but here is a glimpse of the environment where we will be meeting.

 
 
 
 
 
 
Featured Speakers

Speakers

We're bringing together a powerful group of speakers who will share insights, strategies, and real-world experience to help you grow spiritually, personally, and as a leader, entrepreneur, and builder.

Zenja Glass

Zenja Glass

Leadership & Entrepreneurship

Zenja Glass is a Christian leadership mentor, entrepreneur, and author of "necessary." She is the founder of Unlocking Greatness, a platform dedicated to helping people grow spiritually, personally, and as leaders and entrepreneurs.

For nearly 30 years, Zenja has mentored leaders, taught workshops, led retreats, built businesses, and helped people gain clarity, strengthen their leadership, and move forward with confidence. Through her podcast, books, social media platforms, community, and events, her subscribers have grown to nearly 1 million people worldwide.

Her primary focus is helping faith-driven leaders and entrepreneurs grow spiritually, personally, and in business. She is a wife of more than 30 years, a mother of four adult children, and a faithful woman of God who is passionate about helping others walk boldly, and build what God entrusted for them to build.

Olivia Hudson

Olivia Hudson

Personal Growth & Healing

Originally from Panama City, Panama, Olivia Hudson is an international speaker, certified Life & Mental Health Coach, certified Life & Disaster Relief Coach, and certified Competent Communicator through Toastmasters International.

She is the author of "Caring for the Child Within" (My Journey of Emotional Healing) and "From Lemons to Lemonade," a collection of faith-building stories from real women.

With decades of experience helping others grow in faith, confidence, and purpose, Olivia provides mentorship to women throughout the Spanish-speaking community and has served as a keynote speaker at international conferences.

Olivia is a wife of 34 years, a mother of five, and a passionate advocate for personal growth and emotional healing. Her coaching is rooted in real-life wisdom, and her personal mantra is "Live It to Give It."

Valarie Johnson

Valarie Johnson

Visibility, Communication & Media

Valarie Johnson, better known as Val “The Voice” Johnson, is a Chicago-based podcaster, media entrepreneur, producer, and author with more than 30 years of experience helping others find and amplify their voice.

She is the founder and CEO of Pure Lighthouse Media LLC and the creator of several podcast and media platforms focused on entrepreneurship, personal growth, creativity, and meaningful conversation.

Through her work in podcasting, media, and storytelling, Valarie has helped individuals share their message with confidence and use their voice to make a greater impact. She is also the author of "A DJ Saved My Life," inspired by her personal journey through grief, healing, and reinvention.

Valarie holds a Master of Science in Digital Imagery and Design and is passionate about helping others communicate, create, and lead with purpose.

Leadership & Business Q&A Panel

In addition to our featured speakers, our panel participants will be announced soon.

Registration Open

Are You Ready to Grow?

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Limited availability. Venue details shared upon registration.