Founders Retreat

September 10th - 12th
Flagstaff, AZ

Build. Grow. Win.

The Founders Retreat is where it all kicks off. Over three days in the pines of Flagstaff, we’re bringing together our Masterminds, Fast FWD participants, advisors, and partners to do what we do best:
Build together. Learn from each other. And level up, fast.

It’s a chance to rise above the noise and step away from the daily chaos to immerse yourself in the sport of software company building. Surrounded by ambitious founders who are in it with you (and those who’ve been there before), you’ll find the focus, clarity, and inspiration to move your company forward.

What to Expect

September 10
Arrival + Kickoff
Check in at 4pm

Check in, plug in and connect. We’ll kick off with a welcome reception and space to set goals for the retreat ahead.

September 11
Company Building Day
& Keynote Dinner

A full day focused on growing great software companies. We’ll dive deep into vision, strategy, planning, team building, capital, and more.

September 12
Founder Stories + Closing
We’ll wrap up at 11am

Hear real stories from fellow founders, and leave inspired by a closing keynote from Clate Mask and Gregg Scoresby.

Full agenda coming soon!

Why attend?

  • Get out of the day-to-day to refocus on strategy and leadership

  • Surround yourself with other driven software founders who get it

  • Get access to and learn from PHX FWD Advisory Board members

  • Get to know your cohort and build relationships as we kick off the year

  • Gain insights from experienced operators who’ve scaled before

  • Recharge and reconnect with why you started this in the first place

  • Step back and work on the business, not just in it, with clarity, space, and support

📍 Location: Flagstaff, AZ
🗓 Dates: September 10–12, 2025
🎟 Attendance: By invitation or application only

The details

Registration

What’s included:

  • 2 nights lodging in Flagstaff in modern luxury cabins (Sept 10th–12th)

  • All meals and beverages included

  • Full-day company-building sessions and workshops

  • Keynotes from seasoned entrepreneurs and advisors

  • Curated group dinner at Chris Ronzio’s residence

  • Facilitated space to work on strategy, vision, and team planning

  • Access to PHX FWD’s founder community, advisory board members, and partners

  • Retreat materials and planning resources

  • Optional morning hike and afternoon golf outing
    (additional cost for golf)

  • An exclusive swag kit

Ticket Cost: $1,499
(ticket is included in your Mastermind or Fast FWD Membership)

REGISTER NOW

 FAQs

  • The goal is for you, as the founder, to get away from your day to day, connect with other founders like you, and make meaningful progress on your business through our curated company building sessions.

  • Everyone who joins the Masterminds or Fast FWD Accelerator program will be invited to the retreat. Our Mastermind coaches, advisory board, and select partners will also be in attendance.

  • Yes.

  • The company-building day is designed to balance big-picture insights with meaningful connection.

    • Morning: We’ll dive into group sessions on strategy, vision, and planning, equipping you with frameworks and ideas you can apply immediately.

    • Afternoon: We’ll shift into smaller cohort breakouts, giving you space to build relationships with the founders you’ll be learning and growing alongside throughout the year.

    • Evening: we’ll wrap it up with a group dinner and special keynote from Aaron Matos, founder and Executive Chairman of Paradox.

    The following morning, we’ll close out the retreat with founder stories and a keynote with Clate Mask and Gregg Scoresby.

  • Yes, and by the end of the retreat, we hope that you’ve built meaningful relationships! We’re kicking off night one with an outdoor welcome reception which is the perfect time to connect.

  • We’ll be staying at Village Camp in Flagstaff, Arizona.

  • Arrival, September 10th: checkin between 4-5:30pm

    Departure, September 12th: checkout of your cabin before breakfast at 8am, content will run until 11am

  • You will need to arrange your own transportation to and from the retreat.

  • Yes, lodging is included. Each person will have their own modern luxury mini cabin unless a shared cabin is requested.

  • Yes. These are the meals that are included with your ticket:

    September 10th: Dinner

    September 11th: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    September 12th: Breakfast

  • Yes. When you register, please let us know about your restrictions and preferences so we can pass the information along to the caterer.

  • You can plan to dress casually for the whole retreat. Be sure to bring layers if you get cold easily!

    • Average High Temperature: Around 73-74°F

    • Average Low Temperature: Around 42-46°F

    If you’re planning to attend the optional hiking or golf outing, please bring appropriate attire.

  • Please see the above “What’s Included” section on this webpage.

  • The registration deadline is August 22nd.