Frequently Asked Questions.
Retreats
Who are these leadership retreats for?
Our retreats are designed for founders, CEOs, senior executives, individuals looking for purpose and personal growth, and mission-driven leaders at pivotal points in their careers. They seek clarity, confidence, and momentum to navigate transitions, growth, or reinvention.
Where are the retreats held?
Immersive 4-day retreats take place in the Scottish Highlands at highly exclusive - often private - locations. The serene, remote setting provides space for reflection, focus, and personal and professional transformation.What happens during a retreat?
Retreats combine guided introspection, peer-to-peer learning, creative exercises, and outdoor “play” in nature. Leaders reconnect with purpose, unlock strategic clarity, reignite confidence, and leave with a concrete North Star action plan.
How many participants attend each retreat?
We keep retreats small and curated, typically 8–12 high-caliber leaders, ensuring an intimate, supportive, and high-impact experience offering diverse perspectives.
What is included in the retreat?
Retreats are all-inclusive*: structured workshops, personal coaching, guided exercises, peer dialogue, and outdoor experiences that enhance reflection and breakthrough thinking.
Can retreats be tailored for teams or specific organisations?
Yes. While the standard retreats are open-enrollment, bespoke retreats for executive teams can be designed to meet strategic or developmental objectives.
What is the pricing?
Standard retreats start at £5,000 per delegate. Bespoke team or organisational retreats are priced based on scope and requirements.
How can I book a retreat?
Use our Retreats Booking page to submit your details. Sibby will review your enquiry and get back to you promptly to discuss next steps. This conversation helps determine whether the retreat is the right fit, clarify what you’re hoping to get out of the experience, answer any logistical questions, and walk you through availability, pricing, and next steps for securing your place.
Consulting and Fractional Leadership
Who do you work with as a consultant?
Sibby partners with founder-led businesses, scaling companies, VC/PE portfolio firms, and creative/advisory agencies that need decisive, action-oriented leadership to deliver measurable growth and transformation.
What problems do you solve?
Sibby addresses stalled growth, fragmented priorities, decision bottlenecks, change fatigue, and misalignment between ambition and operational infrastructure. She transforms chaos into clarity, builds momentum, and ensures outcomes are achieved.What happens during a retreat?
Retreats combine guided introspection, peer-to-peer learning, creative exercises, and outdoor “play” in nature. Leaders reconnect with purpose, unlock strategic clarity, reignite confidence, and leave with a concrete North Star action plan.
How do you work with clients?
Services include fractional leadership, venture/portfolio acceleration, strategic execution partnerships, and transformation consulting. Engagements are structured to deliver measurable outcomes, align teams, and translate strategy into action.
What is the typical engagement model?
Engagements vary: fractional leadership is often 1–3 days per week for 6–12 months or longer; consulting and project-based work ranges from 4–16 weeks depending on scope. Day rates start at £800 depending on the service.
How can I book a consultation?
Use our Consultancy Enquiry page to submit your details. Sibby will reach out to arrange an initial discovery call. During this call you’ll explore your current challenges, strategic goals, and the outcomes you’re aiming for. Sibby will outline potential engagement models - fractional leadership, strategic acceleration, or project-based consulting - and discuss scope, timing, fees, and recommended next steps to move forward.
*Retreats Prices Include: private luxury accommodation | All meals, drinks and refreshments prepared by an on-site chef (excludes alcohol) | Elevation Barns signature transformational programme, facilitated by Sibby | Daily workshops + guided strategic work focused on clarity, purpose, and execution | High-calibre peer group sessions with other senior leaders | Outdoor mindset and breakthrough experiences designed to unlock perspective fast | 1:1 coaching throughout the retreat for personalised insight and challenge | North Star roadmap creation — your actionable plan for what’s next | Integration materials to support momentum after the retreat.
Optional Add-Ons include: Post-retreat 1:1 integration coaching (recommended for leaders entering a scale or reinvention phase), Extended stay availability subject to location capacity.
Travel to and from the retreat location is not included. Transfers from Inverness airport can be arranged.
