LEADERSHIP AND ORGANIZATIONAL
INTENSIVES
Refinery Arts Intensives help organizations of all sizes transform operations, strengthen teams, and refine their creative vision. We know that stepping away from daily responsibilities can be tough, especially in arts organizations where traditional corporate retreat models often feel out of touch. That’s why we take a different approach—our intensives are practical, intentional, and designed to support your team's day-to-day efforts rather than disrupt them. A well-crafted intensive gives you the space to refocus and recharge, making your work not just more manageable, but more meaningful.
Intensive Formats:
Intensives can be 4 hours or take place over multiple days, depending on goals. They all combine individual reflection, group collaboration, facilitated discussions, and creative problem-solving. Each intensive is designed around specific goals and tailored to your organization’s needs—whether you're focusing on leadership, strategic planning, or building a stronger community connection.
Intensive Goals Can Include:
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Board Development and Engagement
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Strategic & Program Planning
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Leadership Development
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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
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Community Engagement & Arts Advocacy
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Fundraising, Marketing, and Communications
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Organizational Resilience & Well-Being
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Creative Practice Development
Expected Outcomes of Every Intensive
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Tackle key challenges and opportunities in your work
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Collaborate on actionable strategic plans
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Refine and evolve your creative vision
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Build a stronger, unified team by fostering open communication and trust
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Grow and nurture a vibrant organizational culture
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Empower leadership across the board and staff
Why Refinery Arts?
At Refinery Arts, we know that traditional retreat models were designed to introduce artistic thinking to corporate environments—but when you’re working with a team of creative, out-of-the-box thinkers, the needs of the room are different. That’s why we don’t offer a one-size-fits-all approach. Each of our intensives is tailored specifically to your organization. We work closely with you to design a retreat that fits your reality, ensuring it’s both practical and impactful. Our goal is to create an experience that supports your team, respects your resources, and delivers real results.