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Your Outcome is Our Priority

Exceeding Expectations with Inspiring Spaces

Wingspread Retreat & Executive Conference Center is a proud member of the International Association of Conference Centers (IACC), a distinction that signals our commitment to delivering best-in-class meeting experiences. For decision makers planning leadership retreats or strategic offsites, the certification provides assurance that Wingspread Retreat meets rigorous global standards for service, design, technology, and productivity.

Just 35 minutes from Milwaukee (MKE) and 70 from Chicago (ORD), our IACC-Certified Conference Center - anchored by Frank Lloyd Wright's Iconic Wingspread - is one of only two in Wisconsin. With 15,000 + square feet of versatile meeting space, exceptional guest room accomodations, elevated cuisine, and attentive service, we create experiences that deliver lasting impact.

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Mindful Meeting Planning

Meetings are personal - so we start with the end in mind: YOUR GOALS. From there, we tailor every detail, from room setups and menus to whitespace and immersive teambuilding experiences. Our meeting experts provide strategic guidance and hands-on support to deliver a fully customized experience aligned with your desired outcomes.

We create experiences that help people rediscover meaning in what they do. From purpose-driven programming and space for reflection, to nature infused spaces that inspire fresh thinking, our approach is built to re-energize teams and align them around what matters most.

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What Makes Wingspread the Ideal Setting for Meetings and Retreats?

It starts with Frank Lloyd Wright's visionary architecture - an intentional design that stretches into the landscape, creating space to think beyond the walls. It continues with the setting: 36 acres of natural beauty that quiet the noise and sharpen focus. It's the fully customized experience for each guest - because leadership work is personal and not one-size-fits-all. And, it's the legacy of the Johnson Foundation, where some of the most impactful policy conversations in U.S. history took shape. Wingspread was built for big ideas. Here, leaders step back to align, reimagine, and move forward with clarity and purpose.

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The Innovation Disconnect: Reconnecting People with Purpose

Organizations are facing a growing challenge: the ability to innovate is slipping as employees become increasingly disconnected from their work. The data is hard to ignore - studies show that up to 80% of employees are not engaged at work. This lack of connection doesn't just impact morale; it weakens collaboration, stifles creativity, and undermines overall performance. In an environment where agility and innovation are essential, purpose becomes the missing link.

Meetings and retreats offer a powerful opportunity to reverse this trend. But it requires more than just an agenda - it takes intentional design, thoughtful facilitation, and the right setting to spark real engagement. When attendees feel seen, heard, and valued, they reconnect with their work - and each other.

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