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Join The Grand Pursuit to keep moving forward

Navigate building your vision and raising your family with a group who gets it 

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The Grand Pursuit

Pursuit is designed for women ready to invest in their growth with structured coaching and a supportive community. We have three membership tiers designed for flexibility in how you engage.
Pursuit IRL
Retreat

Pursuit IRL Community Experience

Los Angeles:
 Building While Raising

Tuesday, April 21st 2026

New York City: 
Ambition and Leadership

Monday, April 13th 2026

Pursuit IRL begins with a full day immersive experience.
Join us in Los Angeles or Brooklyn.

Brooklyn
Monday, April 13th 2026
Shell’s Loft, Fort Greene

Learn from leading voices redefining what “having it all” really costs. Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez will unpack the real trade-offs of ambition, while Tiffany Dufu shares how to make ambition sustainable without doing it all. Through honest conversations, hands-on workshops, and restorative movement, you’ll get clear on what matters most, what it costs, and how to choose intentionally.

Los Angeles
Tuesday, April 21st 2026
Silverlake Pool & Inn

Learn from four founders who've built million dollar businesses while raising children. Amrita Saigal (Kudos), Dr. Julie Chung (T3), Shilpa Shah (Cuyana), and Krissy Cela (Oner Active) will share the unfiltered truth about funding decisions, motherhood stages, and what it actually takes to scale without compromise. You'll leave with clarity on your own path, and a community of women building alongside you.

Guest Speakers

Los angeles SPEAKERS

Portrait of Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author.

Shilpa Shah, Cuyana

Founded in 2011, Cuyana has grown into a leading sustainable fashion brand known for its "fewer, better things" philosophy, with retail locations and a strong DTC presence.
Portrait of Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author.

Amrita Saigal, Kudos

Founded in 2019, Kudos is revolutionizing the diaper industry with sustainable, 100% cotton lined diapers, navigating early-stage challenges in a competitive category.
Portrait of Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author.

Krissy Cela, Oner Active

Founded in 2020, Oner Active has grown into a global women’s activewear brand, scaling to nearly $200M in annual revenue in five years by combining performance-driven design with a strong creator-led community.
Portrait of Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author.

Julie Chung, T3

Founded in 2004, T3 helped define the premium hair tools category with the launch of the Featherweight hair dryer, positioning hair tools within the beauty space through design, performance, and innovation.

New york city SPEAKERS

Portrait of Corinne Low, Professor of Economics at Wharton & author of Having It All

Jeanelle Teves

Chief Commercial Officer at Bugaboo, Founder of Work Lunch, and children's book Author.
Portrait of Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez, New York Times bestselling author.

Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez

Award-winning journalist and the author of The Ambition Penalty, bringing a clear-eyed lens to how women navigate ambition, money, and the hidden costs of “stepping up” at work.
Tiffany Dufu headshot & bio “President of the Tory Burch Foundation and author of Drop the Ball”

Tiffany Dufu

Leadership strategist, founder, and the author of Drop the Ball, with experience building and advising organizations including Levo and Google, and currently serves as President of the Tory Burch Foundation.

Membership options designed to help you keep moving forward.

Pursuit Digital

For women who want coaching and community from anywhere.
Join an ongoing safe space to build relationships and grow with a group of like-minded women who understand what it’s like to have a intense job and be a mom.

Membership includes:

Twelve Monthly Group Coaching Sessions
Two 1:1 Coaching Sessions
Community Access
Resource Library

Pursuit IRL

For women near NY or LA who want local gatherings plus national community.
Start your membership with an immersive day-long kickoff, quarterly in-person dinners and community events in your city.

In addition to the Pursuit Digital membership:

One full immersive day in your city with founder panels, expert-led workshops, and transformative content
Quarterly in-person dinners and networking events in your city

Pursuit Retreat

For women ready to go all-in, annual luxury retreat included.
Start your membership with a 3-day in-person retreat Oct 5-7, 2026 at an exquisite country estate, nestled on 3,000 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

In addition to the Pursuit Digital membership:

Expert-Led Sessions with renowned speakers
All-Inclusive Experience with gourmet meals, workshops, and activities
Dedicated Reflection Time to define your path

2026 Grand Pursuit Retreat

Coming soon, apply today to get priority access to the limited seats available. Read more more about our 2025 retreat here.

Membership provides ongoing, in-depth support

Virtual groups launching with each cohort

Your membership integrates community and personalized attention through a comprehensive coaching approach. Group sessions create a supportive environment where peers share challenges and maintain accountability, while 1:1 coaching provides targeted guidance for specific obstacles and limiting beliefs—together creating a complete system that accelerates growth.

Led by an executive coach, monthly 75-minute sessions include:

Real conversation that’s honest, vulnerable, and never surface-level
Proven exercises to help you gain clarity, shift your mindset, or design something new
Supportive community where you’re seen, heard, and reminded you’re not alone
Complementing these group experiences are two private coaching sessions tailored to your specific challenges. This combination of community perspective and personalized attention supports you where you are while moving you toward your goals.
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How group coaching works

Small curated group of women engaged in conversation.
Small
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The Grand curates groups of 6-8 women in similar professional and parenting stages to be together in the same virtual group throughout the entire year.
Executive coach leading a group session virtually.
Expert
coaches
Each group is facilitated by an executive coach who has worked with leaders of all levels (and is also a mom who gets it).
Consistent virtual meeting with community members.
Monthly
sessions
You’ll meet regularly over Zoom with a consistent coach and group each time to deepen your relationships and build trust.
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Member
App
Securely access session insights, shared resources, and helpful tools anytime online to revisit materials and track visible outcomes.
If you’re interested in being part of a group and are unable to attend our in-person membership options, select "Pursuit Digital" when you apply.

How we’ll make the most of our time together

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A group of true peers

It’s hard to move forward if the people around you lack empathy. That’s why The Grand thoughtfully curates each group to ensure that each member is matched with women “like me” in terms of shared professional and parenthood stages.
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High ROI for your time

Taking a break from the day-to-day is hard and that’s why we help you make the most of every moment away. You’ll develop skills that improve your quality of life including identity integration, relationship building, and clear decision-making.
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A safe space

It’s exhausting to put on a brave face at work and at home all the time. Whether it’s at the retreat or in groups, you’re invited to come as you are to authentically share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.

Membership Criteria

We carefully curate our community to bring together exceptional women who understand your unique journey. Here, you'll expand your thinking, unlock new possibilities, and find solidarity in your grand pursuit

You belong here if you meet one of the following:

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Bold Entrepreneur You're leading a business that's redefining your industry. You build with purpose and manage a team that shares your vision.
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Visionary Leader You are a decision-maker at Director level or above. You lead cross-functional teams, setting direction and delivering results.
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Influential Creator You're a thought leader, author or speaker with published works. You've built a platform to spark conversations that drive change.
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At least one of your kids is younger than 15
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You have 12+ years of work experience

Exceptions are considered on a case by case basis.

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FAQs

How is The Grand Pursuit different from other leadership membership programs?

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Unlike traditional leadership programs, The Grand Pursuit is specifically designed for ambitious entrepreneurial mothers balancing growing careers with active parenting. Our carefully curated community ensures you’re connecting with true peers who understand both your career ambitions and family commitments. While many programs focus solely on achievement, we emphasize sustainable approaches that acknowledge your time constraints and need for high ROI on any time investment. We create a space where you can pursue your ambitions without guilt, while validating your experience through a community of peers who truly understand the unique challenges you face.

How is The Grand Pursuit different from parenting groups?

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Unlike typical parenting groups that focus solely on your role as a parent, The Grand Pursuit goes beyond that to integrate your professional life too.  It’s about connecting with women who understand the drive to succeed in your career while managing family life. You’ll get both the professional development and emotional support to thrive as a leader, with peers who truly understand the balancing act.

What is the application process?

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To join The Grand Pursuit, simply reserve your spot online. You'll choose your membership option, complete checkout, and answer a few questions. We will also reach out for a brief interview to inform group matching.

How do I ask my company to sponsor my membership?

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We encourage you to explore this option! Many companies offer professional development, wellness stipends or reimbursement options. If you require approval, here’s a starter template you may use:

Hi [Manager's Name],
I'm interested in joining The Grand Pursuit — a community for entrepreneurial mothers focused on professional development, peer support, and work-life integration. The program offers learning from certified executive coaches and successful entrepreneurs helping me grow as a leader while balancing my venture and family. There's growing research showing that when companies invest in programs like this, it can help reduce attrition and support long-term growth for innovative talent. I'd love to explore if this could be covered by my professional development stipend.

How do I justify the time investment when I’m already so busy?

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We know how hectic life can get: over 50% of our community is at the executive level, balancing intense careers and parenthood. At The Grand, we believe that prioritizing yourself and connecting with like-minded women isn’t just nice to have — it’s essential. Research shows that building a supportive network and making time for reflection can lead to more sustainable success and well-being. 

What is your cancellation policy?

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We understand that life happens—and sometimes plans need to shift. Our cancellation policy is designed to be fair to our members and respectful of the time, care, and investment that goes into curating this unique experience.
Membership Commitments:
All memberships require a 12-month commitment. You may cancel renewal anytime, but must fulfill your current 12-month term. Exceptions may be granted for serious illness, major life events or financial hardship.
Annual Payments:
Full refund available prior to 30 days of first group session. No refunds after 30 days, but you may transfer your spot or request group reassignment.
Retreat Cancellations:
Transfer your spot anytime at no fee (if member meets community guidelines).
60+ days before retreat: Full refund minus $500 fee
30-60 days before retreat: 50% refund
Less than 30 days before retreat: No refund available

I can’t make the retreat. Will you offer other retreats?

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Yes! We believe in the power of in-person community and plan to host more retreats in the future. In the meantime, we encourage you to sign up to join a coaching group now.

Can I bring a friend?

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Yes! We encourage you to invite friends to join you. Each membership is for one person. If you would like to bring a friend to the retreat, please email hi@thegrand.world and we can provide you with a referral discount.

What topics will we cover in coaching sessions?

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Group Coaching Sessions:
Each month, join a 75-minute guided group session where you'll reflect and move forward with intention alongside visionary women building businesses and careers with purpose.

Sample Session Topics
From Vision to Action
Reconnect with what sparked your professional passion — and commit to one small, brave next step. Remember how you felt at the retreat? We'll help you hold onto that spark and turn it into something tangible: a small act of courage that fits into your creative work and life.

Who Am I Becoming as a Leader?
Rediscover parts of yourself beyond the daily demands. This session invites you to explore who you are beyond your professional role — using storytelling, reflection, and creative expression to reconnect with your evolving identity.

Designing a Path That Works
What if you could shape your career and future on your terms? You'll imagine alternative versions of your professional journey — then choose one small experiment to test in the real world. A chance to innovate, not overhaul.

1:1 Coaching Deep Dives:
Your membership includes two private 60-minute coaching sessions addressing your specific challenges, such as:

* Customized coaching to break through limiting beliefs
* Accountability to turn business insights into meaningful action
* Space to practice feedback conversations or dive even deeper on topics brought up in the group sessions

These 1:1 sessions complement your group experience, providing individual support to apply collective wisdom to your specific circumstances—creating a complete growth system that moves you forward faster.

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