Thirteen years in the making - Brigadoon returns to Sundance Mountain Resort

In 2013, I had a simple idea: bring together a small group of entrepreneurs and thought leaders somewhere extraordinary and see what happens when you remove the noise of traditional conferences.

That first Brigadoon at Sundance Mountain Resort was eight people sharing one house.

No stages. No sponsors. Just conversation.

Thirteen years later, I'm organizing the eighth gathering at Sundance Mountain Resort, and something remarkable has happened: there's now a core group who've attended multiple years. They keep coming back not just for the stunning mountain setting but for the quality of connections that form when you put thoughtful people in the right environment.

This February 22-24, 2026, we're gathering 100 entrepreneurs at Sundance Mountain Resort. Some will be returning for their fifth or sixth time. Others will be experiencing Brigadoon for the first time.

What they'll all share: a commitment to building companies that matter, engaging in activities that are shaping culture, and an understanding that the best relationships don't form at networking events - they form around fireplaces, during mountain hikes, skiing down a black diamond, and over meals where business cards never come out.

Over the years, Brigadoon has grown beyond Utah. We've hosted dinners across the country, aperitivos in unexpected places, and taken two small groups to Scotland for five-day remotes near St. Andrews. Each gathering follows the same principle: quality over scale, connection over content. And since we never record anything, it only happens once.

But Sundance Mountain Resort remains the Brigadoon flagship gathering. There's something about those crisp February mornings at the resort, with snow on the peaks and one coffee shop, that changes how people connect.

If you're building something meaningful and value authentic relationships over transactional networking, this might be your year to join us.

The investment is $1,475—the return, if the past thirteen years are any indication, compounds over time.

Book your spot here: brigadoon.live/utah.

Early registration closes November 30. Should we talk?

-Marc

PS - Several attendees from 2019 have told me their current business partners were people they met at Brigadoon. That's the objective measure of success.

Better thinking in the Utah mountains...

Want a conversation by the fireplace that will shift your entire business strategy?

Or taking a sunrise hike where you finally articulated that idea you'd been wrestling with for months?

Looking for a gathering in a campus-like setting, steeped in cultural heritage, that creates an atmosphere where curiosity thrives and assumptions are challenged?

That's Brigadoon.

We're returning to Sundance Mountain Resort February 22-24, 2026, and we're holding your seat.

Join Brigadoon's eighth gathering of entrepreneurs and thought leaders at Robert Redford's legendary Sundance Mountain Resort. For three transformative days, 100 visionaries from around the globe will convene beneath Mt. Timpanogos to explore emerging issues shaping commerce and culture.

Brigadoon isn't a conference—it's a mountain retreat where breakthrough thinking happens naturally. Picture whiteboard sessions in rustic lodges, spontaneous dialogue by roaring fireplaces, and strategic contemplation amid 5,000 acres of Utah wilderness.

Here, participants don't just attend presentations; they engage in hands-on meetings, network-expanding meals, outdoor adventures, and creative activities that challenge conventional thinking.

Claim your seat: brigadoon.live/utah.

What happens when seven people gather with no agenda

Seven people.

One Scottish estate.

Zero PowerPoints.

Brigadoon Scotland concluded on Friday at Carphin House in Fife, and I spent the weekend in Edinburgh letting it all settle before flying home Sunday.

The mantra I used when curating this gathering was "Less logic. More magic."

And I can tell you from firsthand experience, there is a specific magic that happens when you gather the right people in the right place with no agenda beyond authentic conversation.

I've organized Brigadoon gatherings in different formats and sizes for years, and I'm still surprised by what emerges when you trust the format: no PowerPoints, no name tags, and Chatham House Rule.

People arrived as strangers and became friends.

They left noticeably smarter, myself included, all while sharing challenges and opportunities in a friendly and welcoming environment.

Getting out of your typical routine is key, even for just a few days.

A fire burning constantly.

Hikes that start the moment you walk out the front door.

The Scottish November light casting a glorious hue across the landscape.

Nooks for reading and strategic planning.

Chef-prepared meals that let someone else make decisions and pamper you.

Nightly conversations that stretched for hours because no one wanted to leave.

All Brigadoon gatherings operate under Chatham House Rule, so what was said and what was shared stays private, but the impact doesn't.

Everyone left different than they arrived, especially me.

Some call these multi-day Brigadoon gatherings anti-conferences, but nothing I have ever attended creates this quality of dialogue and connection.

Nothing else makes you noticeably smarter and more energized in just five days.

I'm already thinking about the next one, and I'm so excited.

-Marc

Brigadoon Scotland | Remote 2025: Where Global Street Smarts Meet Scottish Serenity

Founders and thought leaders to gather for new insights and ideas at Fife's iconic Carphin House, November 10-14

Detroit, MI: Imagine a place where time slows, curiosity thrives, and deep connections spark ideas that shape commerce and culture. This November, Brigadoon—renowned for its conversation-driven, PowerPoint-free forums—announces its second "Remote" gathering at Carphin House in Fife, Scotland, offering founders and thought leaders four immersive days in a setting as enchanted as the event's legendary namesake.

Brigadoon Scotland | Remote 2025 Curated for global leaders who seek purposeful conversation and strategic reflection, Brigadoon Scotland | Remote 2025 is back for the second time. There is no real agenda, and there are corporate trappings. More than a retreat, the experience draws from the legend of Brigadoon: a mythical Scottish village, idyllic and virtually untouched by the outside world except for rare, magical moments. "Brigadoon was born out of my frustration with spending too much time with the same people thinking the same way. Brigadoon gatherings are an antidote, connecting the world's most curious and driven minds in settings that are both unique and inspiring," said Marc A. Ross, Founder and Chief Curator of Brigadoon.

The venue, Carphin House, sits on 15 private acres just minutes from St. Andrews, blending historic country estate charm with modern comforts, from a sun-filled sitting room to a roaring fire and private chef-prepared meals. Ensuring an atmosphere suited to both deep work and spontaneous dialogue, the house features ensuite accommodations, a farmhouse kitchen, and intimate spaces for unplugging and recharging. A maximum of 11 rooms ensures the gathering remains intimate, with every participant feeling like a valued guest, fostering a climate of authenticity rarely found at large-scale conferences.

Leadership retreats such as Brigadoon's provide space for reflection, new perspectives, and new insights that conventional, corporate-heavy conferences rarely deliver. "Meaningful in-person exchanges are more vital than ever," Ross said. "Brigadoon's approach is simple, discussions without slideshows and no lanyards ensure transformational value for every attendee."

The backbone of Brigadoon's gatherings is its proprietary "House Rules," a set of principles that encourage curiosity, respect, and open dialogue. Attendees of Brigadoon Scotland | Remote 2025 will craft new strategies fireside, debate global trends at dinner, and share breakthrough ideas on a walk across Fife's rolling hills. Supplementary experiences—such as a whiskey tour at Lindores Abbey Distillery and excursions to St. Andrews—complement a core agenda of authentic human connection.

Tickets include private ensuite accommodations, all locally sourced meals, and premium beverages. Both solo and couple room packages are available, with shuttle service from Edinburgh ensuring every detail is thoughtfully managed. For more information or to secure a spot, visit brigadoon.live/scotland.

"As the world changes faster than ever, leaders must step outside routine, recharge in new environments, and engage in diverse perspectives," Ross said. "Brigadoon Scotland offers the rare chance to foster new connections and leave the gathering with more knowledge, new inspiration, and friendships that last far beyond our time in Fife."

Established in 201 and produced by Caracal Strategies LLC, based in Detroit, Michigan, Brigadoon curates transformative gatherings that connect founders and thought leaders shaping commerce and culture through authentic conversation and community.

Contact:

Marc A. Ross

+1 (202) 596-5270

marc@brigadoon.live

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