Creative Leaders Retreat

New Orleans, Feb 22 - 24, 2024

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Creativity in the Crescent City // 2024

Last year’s triumphant return to New Orleans was a huge success, and in 2024 we’re heading back for even more! With an all-star lineup of speakers from both agencies and brands, the Creative Leaders Retreat is the top place to gain insight and tips and exchange ideas on how to make you a better creative manager and leader. Bring your team and join us for open and honest conversations while enjoying the sights and sounds of the French Quarter.

Stepping into Leadership Roles

The path to becoming a creative director is one of paradoxes; the skills that get you there — incredible creative ideas and executions — aren’t necessarily the ones you need to lead and manage others in their own creative ideas. And there isn’t really a handbook that helps you make that transition, or to stay sharp and relevant in that position once you’ve made it.

The Creative Leaders Retreat is designed to help fill the void that newly-minted CDs and even seasoned vets can often find themselves in, particularly in these ever-evolving times. By the end of the Retreat, attendees will be given tangible, actionable advice that they can bring back to their companies and their careers to implement.

The CLR Experience

Creative Leaders Retreat is less of a conference and more of a conversation. Podiums and lecterns are replaced with small groups and sessions, allowing for more open and candid dialogue. You won’t see one-way, canned presentations about trends or predictions. What you will find are discussions about behind-the-scenes best practices on how to make your creative team function better, regardless if you’re part of a big network, a small studio, or even an in-house department on the brand side of the business.

Our award-winning speakers aren’t only here to share wisdom, but to also learn from attendees, whose own experiences make for important learning moments. And because it’s a closed-door event, people are free to ask any questions and share their own challenges without any barriers. Just honest, open conversations and real answers.

An Inspired Setting

With its rich history, stunning architecture, and legendary food, art, and music scene, New Orleans is the perfect place to be inspired and network with fellow creatives. You’ll spend two full days getting to know your fellow attendees and speakers as we enjoy delicious Cajun cuisine together and are treated to a private performance at the world-famous Preservation Hall Jazz Club. And because Next Creative Leaders attracts both agency and in-house creatives, you’ll have the opportunity to gain both perspectives and grow your network in this beautiful setting.

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