Navigating Together:
In-Person Resources to Meet the Times

Saybrook, CT   April 28 – May 2, 2025     1 to 4 Nights

For those of us who work with or in higher ed, these last few months been interesting (and yes, including many facets of “interesting” – from strange to terrifying to unpredictable to … you name it). We’re facing challenges we have not faced before – and this just after the covid period, with its own, quite different set of unprecedented challenges.

In the past several weeks, Kardia Group and Crystal Clear Consulting, supported by several other colleagues, offered a series of virtual conversations to support us all in navigating this together. 

As a follow-up, we’re expanding that concept into a series of in-person options in Saybrook, CT, the week of April 28 through May 2.

Though virtual gatherings are wonderful, in-person allows a richer, more expansive experience and understanding of community – what it means to navigate together. It also supports a deeper, more immersive and intensive exploration of environment and choices. An additional benefit: this event is hosted in a space that also supports our capacity for self-care.

In-Person Options

Navigating Together: The Gathering (April 30-May 2, 2 nights)

Join us in late April in Saybrook Connecticut to invest in your leadership and well-being.

“Navigating Together: The Gathering“ is a 2-day private event, April 30-May 2, to address the challenges currently facing academia.  It is limited to 6-8 academic leaders, to keep our work together focused and practical. More details about The Gathering…

Individual Stays (April 28-30, 1 or 2 nights)

“Navigating Together: Individuals Preparing for The Gathering“ is an opportunity for participants in The Gathering to arrive early, do individual preparation and access one-on-one consultations. Register for The Gathering and for Individual Stay April 29-30 (or for both Individual Stays if you’re looking for longer preparation time).

“Navigating Together: Resources for Individuals“ is for leaders from any sector to prepare and strategize for leadership challenges in 2025 with access to one-on-one consultations with organizational change and leadership experts. Register for Individual Stay on April 28-29 (night of April 28), April 29-30 (night of April 29), or both.

What You Get at The Gathering and Individual Stays

This is a unique opportunity to:

• do important work, individually and/or with colleagues
• be in a restorative setting, away from the demands of your daily environment
• have expertise and support readily available

We’re providing this at cost. Registration fees cover the cost of lodging and facilities. Travel and meals are the responsibility of individuals.

Consultations, coaching, and facilitation is provided pro bono by Kardia Group and Crystal Clear Consulting. 

How to Attend

To register for any of these in-person options, visit our Navigating Together page.

If you have questions, please contact us.