Contrary Retreat 2024 — Book Travel by Friday, May 3rd


Contrarians,

We’re gearing up for Retreat 2024 at The Acres — a 400+ acre property just two hours from NYC — September 6th-8th!

Check-out our Retreat 2024 website for important details on booking travel, the agenda, FAQs, and more.

Website: Retreat 2024 | Password: retreat2024

  • Deadline to book Retreat 2024 travel is Friday, May 3rd: Please plan to book & submit reimbursement no later than 5/3.
  • Fill-out the Emergency Contact Form for the Acres by Friday, May 3rd
  • Ramp Reimbursement: If you are not already on Contrary’s Ramp account, (most VPs should be), you’ll receive an invitation to join our Contrary Ramp account within the next 24 hours — please accept the email invitation within 48 hours for it to remain valid. Reach-out to Brooke if you need the invite to be resent.

As always, reach out to our Events Team, Brooke or Dea, with any questions, or drop them in #retreat-2024.

Brooke

Retreat 2024

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