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It is our great pleasure to invite you to Montage International's inaugural Women's Leadership Summit, taking place at Montage Palmetto Bluff over the dates of March 7-9, 2027.  We will have the distinct privilege of gathering in celebration of International Women's Day on March 8, 2027, honoring the achievements, contributions, and leadership of women across our industry.  This landmark gathering will bring together accomplished female leaders from across the hospitality and luxury service industries for an inspiring experience centered on purposeful networking, relationship building, and thoughtfully curated educational programming. Throughout our time together, we hope to create a space where connections deepen, experiences are shared, and future collaborations take shape. Most importantly, we look forward to celebrating the remarkable women who continue to shape our industry while investing in the next generation of leaders. 

 

We are honored to welcome you to South Carolina's beautiful Lowcountry for what promises to be a memorable experience.

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Heather
Fuerstman

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Corporate Director,

Events & Experiences

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Kristina
Chaplin

Pink Poppy Flowers

Corporate Director, Midwest Sales

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Renee
Gallo

Pink Poppy Flowers

Corporate Director, Northeast Sales 

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Nestled along the scenic May River in the heart of South Carolina's Lowcountry, Montage Palmetto Bluff offers an inspiring backdrop for connection, reflection, and growth. Spanning 20,000 acres of preserved natural beauty, the resort seamlessly blends Southern charm and understated luxury, creating an environment where authentic conversations and transformative experiences can flourish.

 

Thoughtfully selected as the host destination for Montage International's inaugural Women's Leadership Summit, Montage Palmetto Bluff embodies the balance of sophistication, authenticity, and sense of place that defines the experience we hope to create. Here, away from the demands of daily life, you will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue, build lasting relationships, and focus on personal and professional growth.

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  • Hospitality & Gifting Experience

  • Leadership Roundtable Discussion

  • Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner

 

Begin your experience with a warm Lowcountry welcome, a thoughtfully curated gifting experience, and an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees. The evening will feature an engaging leadership roundtable discussion, offering fresh perspectives and thoughtful conversation. From there, guests will enjoy a cocktail reception and dinner, setting the stage for meaningful connections, shared ideas, and new relationships.

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Monday, March 8, 2027

  • Guided Bike Ride & Palmetto Bluff Discovery Tour

  • Breakfast & Leadership Discussion

  • Networking Lunch

  • Restorative Spa Experience

  • Reception & Celebratory Dinner

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Enjoy a thoughtfully curated day of inspiration, connection, and renewal. Explore the beauty of Palmetto Bluff, engage in leadership discussions, and unwind with a restorative spa experience. The day concludes with a special reception and celebratory dinner honoring the achievements of women leaders across our industry.

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Tuesday, March 9, 2027

  • Farewell Breakfast

  • Departures

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Conclude the Summit with a final breakfast alongside new connections and colleagues before departing with fresh insights, renewed inspiration, and an expanded network of extraordinary women leaders.

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To assist us in planning this intimate and highly curated gathering, we kindly request your RSVP and commitment to attend by Friday, December 4, 2026. A formal invitation with additional event details will be shared in January 2027; however, we hope you will reserve these dates and confirm your participation now.

 

As our guest, Montage International will provide:

  • Luxury overnight accommodations

  • Roundtrip airport transportation

  • All meals and programmed activities

  • A special gifting experience

  • ​Up to $500 airfare reimbursement, which will be issued at the conclusion of our event

 

Please plan to arrive into Savannah (SAV) by 1:00 PM on Sunday, March 7, 2027. If you prefer to arrive early, we are pleased to extend complimentary overnight accommodations beginning Saturday, March 6, 2027.

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We sincerely hope you will join us for this memorable occasion.


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Your Hosts Include:

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Mandy Holloway

Executive Vice President &

Chief People Officer

Montage International

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Azadeh Hawkins

Global Creative Director

Montage International

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Lori Rippstein

Vice President,

Field Sales & Marketing

Montage International

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Kate Berry

General Manager

Pendry San Diego

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Wren Brotzman

Chief Business Officer

RMC

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Kristina Chaplin

Corporate Director, Midwest Sales

Montage International

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Heather Fuerstman

Corporate Director,

Events & Experiences

Montage International

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Renee Gallo

Corporate Director, Northeast Sales

Montage International

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Kati Gregory

Director of Sales & Marketing

Pendry Baltimore

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Tiffany Irwin

Director of Sales & Marketing

Montage Big Sky

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Amanda Santiago

Director of Sales & Marketing

Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf

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Gretchen Walker

Director of Sales & Marketing

Montage Deer Valley

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Elisa Wong

Director of Sales & Marketing

Pendry Newport Beach

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