The Frontline Founders experience: rockaway beach

October 25-29, 2026

Non-Profit Price $2999

For profit Price $3750

Protecting your mission starts here

What to Expect

The Frontline Founders Experience is the premier annual business planning experience for first responder and veteran business owners building the future of their local communities.

This an investment in the time your business deserves to prepare for 2027.

Intentional Structure

We blend guided working sessions, social connection, and space to reflect—so you can grow your business through “what’s possible” and real-time productivity.

Collaborative Energy

Connection among the Frontline Founder community is a key part of the process. You’ll pick up new techniques, and create leverage for your mission, from the group as from the content itself.

Expert Facilitation

Hear from Fortune 500 insiders who made the jump to community-impact entrepreneurship. These industry experts are first responder and veteran allies who will translate corporate best practices into approachable concepts, encourage discussion and Q&A, and leave you with relevant tactics you can implement right away in YOUR business.

A Supportive Space

Strategic planning is not exclusive to corporate leadership, but it can feel like a luxury you can’t afford when you are building something of your own.

The FRONTLINE FOUNDERS EXPERIENCE is a moment to learn and grow as a leader and business owner in a room built on shared values.

The experience is held at The Rockaway Hotel + Spa during “locals summer” in Rockaway Beach, NY. Rockaway Beach is a neighborhood built on the love and respect for our veterans and first responders, and local businesses honor our frontlines and their commitment to public service everyday.

I'm ready to plan 2027

We believe first responder and veteran entrepreneurs are one of the most powerful, under-recognized economic forces in America.

plan now to protect your mission in 2027

Protect my mission

  • "I expected to learn how to run a better business, and I left learning how to be a better leader."

    —6x Founder

  • "I've never done something like this before. I was nervous going into it - but I felt totally comfortable in the room."

    —Frontline Founder (Retired FDNY Firefighter)

  • "I had no idea what this was going to be like, but I knew if Chrissy was behind it, it would be worth it."

    —Founder & Executive Director (Non-Profit)

  • "I learned a lot. the format and the content was easy to understand."

    -First-time Frontline Founder (Retired Firefighter)

  • "I never saw myself as a content creator, but now I know I can be - and only I can speak to my business"

    —Founder

  • "I learned so much more about next steps, that has always been my weakness. I get excited to start a project and then I get back to work. Here I feel I have the support to push forward."

    -Executive Director (Non-Profit)

  • "I feel excited about what I learned. Some of it I knew intuitively, and others were new lessons. This whole experience was an 'aha moment' for me."

    -Frontline Founder with 20+ yrs experience

Day One | October 26th, 2026

from frontline to founder

THE DUAL IDENTITY CHALLENGE

  • Why planning is leadership

  • Corporate planning cycles vs. reactive entrepreneurship

  • Setting personal + business intention for 2027

OUTCOME:
Participants define their 3 strategic priorities for the retreat.

Day Two | October 27th, 2026

tactics for 2027

Operational plan design for 2027. They will leave with a 12-36 month plan, set 90 day + 4 quarters goals (KPIs) and data frameworks to assess if their plan is working.

OUTCOME:
Understand which measures matter most to assess your business’ performance.

Day Three | October 28th, 2026

national first responders day: First responder commercial power

Together we will celebrate National First Responder Day and the kick-off for Veteran Small Business Week by inviting a panel of Advertising Industry experts to discuss the power of the frontline founder economy.

We will discuss topics like:

  • Frontline Families as a consumer segment

  • Frontline Founders as a brand partnership segment

  • Frontline focus in Corporate Social Responsibility strategies

OUTCOME:
A impact multiplier strategy co-owned by Frontline Founders & Corporate Social Responsibility teams.

Rockaway Beach, NY is a neighborhood built on the love and respect for our veterans and first responders, and local businesses honor our frontlines and their commitment to public service everyday.

How It Works

  • We have different pricing structures available for non-profits, for-profits and some non-profit sponsorships.

  • Link to Form

  • After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.

  • We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.

    JFK airport is just 25 min from the airport. Earliest check in date is Monday evening.

  • Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.

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