GLO Italy Retreat (10 people, 8 days, 2 cites)
Thu, Oct 15 · 8:00 AMFlorence independentFreeby GLO (Global Entrepreneurs Hub)
🏛️ GLO Italy Retreat 2026: Master Overview
Florence & Val d'Orcia | Tuscany
April 19 – 27, 2026
This is an curated immersion for 10 selected founders, investors operators, creators and researchers. A Renaissance for the Modern Founder. We are gathering 10 high-signal entrepreneurs to step out of the "hustle" and into “la dolce vita”. We move from the arts, culture, and crafts of Florence to the 1,000-year-old contemplative silence of the Val d'Orcia.
Want to partner on events? Reach out to Eli @ [email protected]
📋 Trip Summary
The Cohort: 10 Founders/Investors/Operators/Creators.The Philosophy: Renaissance Patronage and Culture—merging intentional business sprints with Italian craftsmanship, organic food, and la dolce vita (productive leisure).The Focus: 35% Business & Hub Integration, 25% Longevity & Wellness, 40% Culture & Lifestyle.Partners: GLOPrice: $2,999 USD (all-inclusive minus flights, some sponsorships available)
👤 Meet Your Hosts
Eli Al-Shamari | founder @ GLO (Global Entrepreneurs Hub), the Valley's 7-8+ figure founder community, 135+ events, 37,000 people, private curated events & high-value intros. UC Berkeley & HealthTech stealth founder.
Sophie Defauw | 2x founder raised over 8 figures, building longevity retreats and resort facilities. Pre-top 5 windsurf athletes in North America. Entrepreneurs First cohort. Baller.
Lucabrando Sanfilippo | super traveler (50+ countries),Previously at Entrepreneur First, Hire #9 at Habyt ($160M raised) builing the world's largest co-living company.
📅 The Master Itinerary
Phase 1: Florence – The Hub & The Craft (April 19–22)
Stay: Boutique luxury in an historical Florence neighbourhood.
Day 1: Arrival & The Aperitivo ConstitutionAfternoon: Grounding walk through the old streets of Florence and the historical neighbourhood of Oltrarno.Sunset: Fiesole Hills. Private "Aperitivo in the Van" with a live acoustic guitarist.Night: Opening Circle: The "Social Contract" and intention setting for the cohort.Day 2: Industrial Regeneration & Bespoke CreationMorning: Deep-work sprint at Manifattura Tabacchi (industrial fashion-tech hub).Afternoon: Oltrarno Artisan Workshop. Not a tour, but a "hands-on" session with master leathermakers or bookbinders to create your own bespoke piece.Evening: Aperitivo at La Ménagère. Topic: Renaissance Patronage vs. Modern Venture Capital. Live Jazz music & Master Piano.Day 3: Flow State & Secret SocietiesSunrise: Business Sprint Session at Società Canottieri Firenze. (if lucky private rowing session)Breakfast: Strategy breakfast at the members-only café overlooking the Ponte Vecchio.Afternoon: Specialty Coffee Crawl (Ditta Artigianale) or private museum tour.Night: After-hours private access to the Uffizi or Accademia. Dancing in Piazza Santa Croce to live street music.
Phase 2: Val d'Orcia – The 1,000-Year Strategy (April 22–25)
Stay: Private Villa in one of the most beautiful natural settings of the world
Day 4: Transition to ContemplationMorning: Final Florence work block. Transfer to the rural heart of Tuscany.Evening: "Nonna's Kitchen" dinner. Truffle hunting in the villa's woods followed by a cooking session with a local matron. Deep Meditation, followed by a traditional local dinner.Day 5: Peripatetic Founders & Alpaca ZenMorning: Cipressi Hike. Structured "Peripatetic" (walking) sessions in rotating pairs. Topic: "What would you build if you had to build for 1,000 years?"Afternoon: Art activity. High-vibe nature immersion.Day 6: Roman Otium & The Great ResetMorning: Bagno Vignoni thermal complex. Strategic withdrawal in ancient Roman hot springs.Afternoon: Digital detox & journaling at the villa.
Phase 3: The Finale (April 25–26)
Day 7: Integration & DepartureMorning: Final sunrise meditation. Transfer back to Florence.Afternoon: Office hours with GLO operators + Coworking Session / Free Florence AfternoonDay 8: Final departureMorning: Final "Power Breakfast" in the gardens of the Four Seasons Palazzo. Closing Circle: Asks, Offers, and Commitments. Airport transfers flights
💎 Exclusive "Outsize Return" Touches
Feature Details 24/7 Content A dedicated videographer/photographer capturing every moment for your personal brand. Morning wellness practices. 🚀 Join the Cohort: Only 10 spots available.
