Hollyhock Leadership Institute

08/31/2026

Introducing SVI Mini Cohorts: Go Deeper With Your People

One of the most powerful things about the Social Venture Institute (SVI) at Hollyhock is the room—the right people, in the right place, having the right conversations. This year, we’re making that magic even more intentional with Mini Cohorts.

Mini Cohorts are small, curated groups of leaders working within the same sector who want to go deeper together.

You’ll experience the full program and community of SVI, but with a dedicated crew who understands your world from the inside. Through shared meals, facilitated conversations, and focused time together, you’ll tackle shared sector challenges and build relationships that actually move things forward.

So far we’re forming cohorts in Reciprocity Tourism, Tech for Good, Community Wealth Building, Circular Economy, Capacity Builders, Care Economy, Regenerative Design, Arts & Culture, and more! Tell us what industries we are missing below in the comments! 👇

Whether you're looking for co-conspirators, funders, collaborators, or simply people who finally get what you're building—your cohort is waiting.

SIGN UP NOW: https://hubs.li/Q04vBtdT0

08/31/2026

YOU MAY BE WONDERING? What does my tuition include for SVI 2026?

• All sessions and engaging skill-building workshops
• Arts-based facilitation and guided daily movement
• True Confessions of a seasoned entrepreneurs
• Interactive Case Studies with Business Problem Solving Sessions
• Marketplace of Ideas to share YOUR venture
• Peer Coaching Circles and One-on-One Coaching
• 3 Garden-to-table buffet meals a day, and unlimited coffee and tea
• Daily movement and wellness activities
• Access to hot tubs, sauna, and all of our campus facilities
• Beach access and forest trails

** A limited number of scholarships are still available!

Register Now! https://hubs.li/Q04vfg3X0
September 23-27, 2026
Hollyhock Leadership Institute Hollyhock

SVI is a five-day oceanside gathering of 100+ entrepreneurs, movement leaders, and impact investors will help you find the inspiration, resources, and relationships you need to propel your mission forward.

08/31/2026

Ever wondered why certain roles suffer constant turnover, no matter who fills them? Or why a talented team member hits an invisible wall in their leadership growth?

The answer often lies beneath the surface. Beyond clear processes and org charts, every organization operates within covert systems—unseen dynamics that generate friction, stress teams, and derail progress without a clear source. Join us at SVI Hollyhock 2026 for an experiential session: Organizational Constellations: A Practice to Reveal Patterns and Systems, facilitated by Leonie Smith. This is just one of many informative sessions offered at SVI 2026!

What is Organizational Constellations?
It is a cutting-edge systems-mapping modality that exposes the hidden threads within a team or full organization. By placing these elements in dynamic relation to one another, you can see what is really getting in the way—and map a clear path toward the work culture you long for.

What to Expect:
• An introduction to systems mapping concepts.
• An interactive live practice where participants represent system parts to map real organizational dynamics.
• Space to bring your own real-world questions and organizational challenges.

About your instructor:
Leonie Smith is an organizational consultant, transformative justice mediator, and trainer based in Vancouver, BC. With over two decades of senior management experience in the non-profit sector, Leonie brings a deep commitment to equity, nonviolence, and people-centered workplace cultures. She is on the Leadership Team of Building Belonging and founder of The Thoughtful Workplace, People of Colour for NVC, and the Necessary Trouble Collective.

📍 Location: SVI Hollyhock 2026
📅 Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
🔗 Register & Learn More: https://hubs.li/Q04vQtYp0

08/27/2026

Ready to get on the good side of business? Less than a month until one of the most iconic social enterprise gatherings of the year! 🌊✨ There are still a few spots left for SVI 2026 at Hollyhock

Immerse yourself in high-impact executive training designed to help you scale your social enterprise with dignity and vision—all while refuelling your mind and body:
- Strategic Growth: Top-tier executive training for purpose-driven leaders
- Nourishment: Gourmet buffets & oceanside dining with stunning views
- Rejuvenation: On-site spa, bodywork, and morning yoga

Connect with mission-driven peers in an environment built for clarity, inspiration, and sustainable growth. Don't miss out on this transformative experience!

🎟️ Secure your spot today: [https://hubs.li/Q04v8WLk0]

08/26/2026

You don’t need another conference telling you how hard it is to build a successful business. You need practical ideas, experienced people, and a community that can help you figure out what to do next.

SVI Hollyhock is about what works ✨

For five days on Cortes Island, you’ll learn alongside founders, entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders who have built and scaled organizations through the messy realities of growth.

Come with a challenge. Leave better equipped to tackle it.

Learn how to:

→ How to build and scale without losing sight of your purpose
→ How to raise capital and finance growth
→ How to sharpen your strategy and business model
→ How to build a team that can grow with you
→ How to integrate emerging tech tools in your business
→ How other founders have solved problems you’re facing right now
→ Plus peer coaching, experienced advisors, and relationships that last well beyond the week

SVI HollyhockLeadershipInstitute
September 23–27, 2026
Cortes Island, BC
🔗 https://hollyhock.ca/hollyhock-leadership/svi-hollyhock/

Come with the big question keeping you up at night. Leave with people, ideas, and practical next steps to move it forward!

Hear from experts (with more to be announced soon!) including:
• Alison Taylor - Co-founder and Co-CEO, JaneApp
• Ed Dugger III - Founder and Managing Partner, ReinventureCapital
• Marlon Thompson Founder, Opening Round
• Leonie Smith - Founder, The Thoughtful Workplace
• Miranda Lievers - Co-Founder, Thinkific
• Catherine Bell - Founder and CEO, The Awakened Company
• Mike Rowlands - Founder and CEO, Junxion Strategy
• Mack Hardy - CEO, Affinity Bridge
• Jenn Christenson - Creative Director, Affinity Bridge
• Shilpa Jain - Executive Director of YES! Changemakers

Thank you to our SVI Production Team: Suzanne Siemens, Mike Rowlands, Laurel Dault, Orane Cheung, Amy Moroni, Adrian Sinclair and Shilpa Jain.

Watch the Video 📹 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfygOx_TH0U

08/25/2026

We’re thrilled to announce two more inspiring leaders joining our presenter lineup for SVI 2026 Hollyhock: Mack Hardy and Jenn Christenson from Affinity Bridge!

Mack Hardy | Founder & CEO Mack founded Affinity Bridge in 2005 out of a commitment to using technology for good. Combining deep technical expertise in information systems with a practical approach to digital strategy, Mack guides purpose-driven organizations from initial strategy to practical, high-impact digital solutions. Rooted in a philosophy of collaboration over competition, his work emphasizes open-source tools and strong industry partnerships to drive social change.

Jenn Christenson | Creative Director With over two decades of experience, Jenn helps mission-driven organizations define and express their authentic voices. She views design not as mere decoration, but as a strategic tool to build trust. By working at the intersection of purpose and audience, Jenn helps leaders in the non-profit, healthcare, and government sectors establish strong, strategy-first foundations that transform visual and verbal communication into meaningful connection.

As a Certified B Corp, the team at Affinity Bridge models the exact values of SVI—approaching complex digital challenges with curiosity, transparency, and a commitment to making positive impact.

Join us at SVI 2026 to learn from their combined expertise in digital innovation, authentic branding, and mission-aligned growth!

🎟️ Register now: [https://hubs.li/Q04v8Rj10]

08/20/2026

We had the honour of having Saru Jayaraman, President of One Fair Wage join for Activate 2026.

Saru Jayaraman: “Everybody says they’re looking after the working class, and nobody actually is. We have two parties in the U.S. Both claim to be for working people, but neither has raised the wage. Right now, the cost of living is by far the top issue determining every election – determining everything.”

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08/20/2026

Get ready to learn from four exceptional leaders at SVI 2026!

We’re thrilled to introduce some of this year's Workshop Presenters:
▪️ Leonie Smith
▪️ Miranda Lievers
▪️ Marlon Thompson
▪️ Catherine Bell

SVI alumni know that the real value of participating comes from learning from people who bring both deep lived experience and an openness to share their real-world lessons. This year’s lineup offers practical approaches to help us lead with greater clarity, intention, and resilience.

Presenter Spotlight:
✨Leonie Smith | Organisational Constellations: A Practice to Reveal Patterns and Systems
Founder of The Thoughtful Workplace, Leonie will guide us through a participatory systems-mapping practice that uncovers hidden organizational dynamics, helping leaders navigate persistent challenges and build stronger team cultures.

✨ Miranda Lievers | Clarity in the Chaos: A Scaling Field Guide
Co-founder of Thinkific (which she helped scale through a $1B+ IPO), Miranda brings hard-earned insights and practical tools to help impact-driven founders prioritize what matters and navigate growth with integrity.

✨Marlon Thompson | Human in the Loop: Innovation in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Founder of Opening Round and longtime startup investor, Marlon will unpack our roles in AI adoption, how technology is changing entrepreneurship, and how to keep inclusion at the forefront of innovation.

✨Catherine Bell | The Enneagram as a Leadership and Cultural Roadmap
Founder of The Awakened Company and bestselling author, Catherine will show us how to use the Enneagram as a practical tool for improving leadership, team relationships, and organizational culture.

For Registration details and a glance at the Program Guide visit us at https://hubs.li/Q04tHT1W0

Hollyhock Leadership Institute Hollyhock Center for Nonviolent Communication
The Awakened Company

08/19/2026

STILL SPOTS LEFT! 🌟 Social Venture Institute is Canada’s longest running gathering for mission-driven entrepreneurs. It’s a gathering place for leaders committed to building a more just and resilient economy. We believe leadership is not about having all the answers, but about learning together – strengthening our capacity to lead businesses that support human and planetary flourishing.

We hope you can join us on September 23-27, 2026 at Hollyhock Leadership Institute on Cortes Island, B.C. for our The Social Venture Institute!

Your tuition includes:
• Skill building sessions and workshops
• Arts-based facilitation and guided daily movement
• True Confessions of a seasoned entrepreneur
• Interactive Case Studies
• Business Problem Solving Sessions
• Marketplace of Ideas to share YOUR venture
• Peer Coaching Circles
• Skill Building Workshops
• One-on-One Coaching

On your time off, reconnect with nature; walk our forest trails, swim in the ocean, dine at our delicious restaurant, relax in the the hot tub and sauna, participate in our daily morning yoga or qigong, or treat yourself to massage at our Bodyworks Studio.

Sign Up and work on your business, not just in your business! Check out the Program Guide! https://hubs.li/Q04t0XlC0

08/17/2026

ACTIVATE is Hollyhock Leadership Institute’s premier gathering where progressive social change meets digital advocacy on Cortes Island. This year, our focus was centered on Transformative Solidarity—bringing together organizers, strategists, and storytellers to step out of silos and build collective power.

An event of this scale and impact is only possible because of the incredible generosity of our sponsors. Their investment directly supported our scholarship program; breaking down economic barriers so frontline community leaders can join us to reflect, recharge, and strategize.

We are deeply grateful to the organizations powering this year’s movement!

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