Sidebar Summit: Soaring to New Heights
Join Us for our Inaugural Sidebar Summit: Soaring to New Heights
We’re thrilled to invite you to our 1st Annual Sidebar Summit on Wed, Apr 23 & Thurs, Apr 24, two-full days dedicated to lifting each other higher and charting new paths together. Set against the inspiring backdrop of the Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos (SF/Bay Area), our inaugural Summit promises an unforgettable journey of connection, growth, and purpose.
1-Day Summit Experience (Thurs, Apr 24) + Night before Dinner
At our Sidebar Summit, you’ll have the chance to dive into small-group, topic-based discussions and engage with your Sidebar peer group in sessions designed to spark honest, vulnerable, and meaningful dialogue. From a morning keynote to our Sidebar Community Awards, and an evening reception to celebrate, the agenda is packed with opportunities to connect and collaborate with fellow leaders ready to explore new heights.
In addition to thought-provoking sessions, you’ll have ample networking moments to meet other members of our Sidebar community. Whether in formal discussions or casual conversations, each interaction is designed to help you elevate your career, expand your perspective, and strengthen your personal and professional board of directors.
We're kicking off with a Sidebar dinner the night before (April 23 evening) at Delmonico Winery in San Carlos to forge stronger connections to set the tone for the day ahead.
Full 2-Day Summit Experience (April 23 & 24):
For those who’d like to arrive the day before (Wed, Apr 23) and make the most of their time, we’re offering unique, adventure-filled experiences. Join Sidebar members on small group excursions of your choosing — coastal kayaking, horseback riding, Segway tours, glass blowing, and more—to enjoy an unforgettable start to your Sidebar Summit journey. Lunch with your small group is included.
Get ready to soar!
Our programming is taking shape and we’re excited to share a sneak peek of what you can expect:
CONNECT: Build deep, meaningful relationships through 1:1 speed networking, interactive games, community awards, and networking receptions.
LEARN: Sharpen your leadership skills with workshops, keynotes, and intimate topic-based roundtables.
EXPLORE: Try something new with curated small-group experiences like kayaking, horseback riding, glassblowing, and pottery classes.
ASCEND: Boost your career with expert-led interview prep, polished LinkedIn profile and resume reviews, and a professional headshot that captures your best self.
RECHARGE: Treat yourself! Indulge in wellness sessions like yoga, meditation, and sound baths that will leave you feeling refreshed and inspired.
SPEAKERS
Christa Quarles - CEO, Alludo; Fortune 150 Board member
Ethan Evans - Founder, Career Expert, Teacher, & Author: “Level Up”
Phyl Terry - Founder & CEO, Collaborative Gain & Author, "Never Search Alone"
Shreyas Doshi - Founder, High Leverage Labs
Evan LaPointe - Founder, Core
Vidya Dinamani - Founder & Partner, Product Rebels
Elena Krasnoperova - Founder & CEO, Women of Wisdom
Eoin O’Toole - Managing Partner @ Riviera Partners
Cara-Lyn Giovanniello - Founder & CEO, CLG Coaching
Dave Wang - Cofounder & CTO, BioIntelliSense
SUMMIT AGENDA
Here’s the full rundown of what’s in store:
🌟 Day 1: Adventure, Connection & Unforgettable Experiences
Start the summit with a day unlike any other—designed to spark authentic relationships through shared adventure.
12 PM: (Optional) Lunch with your small group
2 PM: (Optional) Choose your adventure—kayaking, horseback riding, glassblowing, Segway tours & more
4 PM: (Optional) Relax and recharge with yoga & meditation
6 PM: Summit Kick-off Dinner at Delmonico Winery, San Carlos—enjoy engaging conversations and a chance to build lasting connections
9 PM: Dinner concludes
✈️ Day 2: Take Flight & Soar to New Heights
Brace yourself for an electrifying day designed to challenge, inspire, and propel you forward.
8:30 AM: Networking breakfast
9:30 AM: Welcome & opening keynotes
10:30 AM: Networking break
11:00 AM: Choose your path—expert-led workshops, intimate roundtables, or the Jobs Track (part of the ASCEND programming)
12 PM: Lunch
1:30 PM: Afternoon keynotes
2:30 PM: Surprise group activity!
3:30 PM: Networking break
4:00 PM: Choose your path—workshops, roundtables, or the Jobs Track
5:00 PM: Closing keynote
5:30 PM: Community awards & closing ceremony
5:45 PM: Evening reception inside the Hiller Aviation Museum—network over incredible food, interactive exhibits, and conversations that inspire
7:30 PM: Summit ends
This carefully curated agenda blends growth, adventure, and community to help you achieve your next big goals.
This is a rare opportunity to take off with your Sidebar peers and engage in deep, meaningful conversations in an environment designed to foster trust, camaraderie, and growth. Reserve your spot today, and prepare to embark on a journey that will lift your professional and personal life to new altitudes.
Seats are limited, so be sure to book your adventure soon!
Recommended hotel stay:
Fairfield by Marriott, San Carlos, 555 Skyway Road, San Carlos, CA (650-631-0777), right next door to the Hiller Aviation museum. Complimentary hot breakfast, WiFi, fitness center & pool.
Reserve under "Sidebar Summit" group rate of $199/night by Sunday, Mar 23:
https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1736795852208&key=GRP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink