Real conversations around family, business, parenting, relationships,
mindset and creating a life you actually want to live.
Extraordinary families. Meaningful connections. Bucket-list experiences. A community built to grow together.
Upward Events brings together ambitious, growth-minded families who believe success means more when you experience it together.
We create intentional experiences where parents connect, kids build friendships, families make unforgettable memories, and everyone leaves a little more inspired than when they arrived.
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You can build a great business.
Create financial freedom.
Travel the world.
Give your kids incredible opportunities.
But who are you doing life
with along the way?
And some of the biggest breakthroughs don't happen in a boardroom. They happen around a dinner table. On an adventure. Between two parents sharing what's actually working. Or when your child meets another kid who sees the world a little differently too.
That's the village we're building.
Upward Events brings together families who are building big lives and want to
surround themselves with others doing the same. Not to compete — to share,
learn, challenge each other, open doors for our kids, experience the world
together, and build friendships that continue long after the event ends.
Because none of us has to figure it all out alone.
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There's something different about experiencing this
together.
Participant
“It's a really beautiful place to be. Jon really put together a really nice event for the families. It was really amazing to see the parents leaning in and being able to be part of the sessions and enjoy the content and asking those challenging and vulnerable questions. There's always just a lot of magic in the in-betweens, right? That's where you get to be a little bit vulnerable and you get to really connect.”
Participant
"There was so much to enjoy, and it was clear how much work and care went into making it a great experience for everyone. I’m so glad I got to be part of it. I’m already looking forward to next year and hope to be involved for many years to come!"
Participant
“We've had a really great time here, my husband and I. John and Sanaz really always put together a phenomenal event. And all of the guest speakers really spoke from the heart, really just genuine good people. Ken and I really enjoyed it and we can't wait to come back next year.”
Leveling up shouldn't mean leaving your family
behind. Bring them with you.
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Some of the greatest knowledge already exists within our village.
Parents and community leaders lead conversations around the things
they know best.
Our kids get their own opportunity to learn, connect and grow — with experiences led by talented members of our community.
One day is intentionally left open for excursions, adventure and family time. Sometimes the best part of the mastermind happens outside the mastermind.
Giving back is at the heart of our village. Through shared meals, meaningful connections, and opportunities to contribute, we celebrate gratitude, generosity, and the power of lifting each other up. Because the strongest communities are built on what we give, not just what we gain.
Extraordinary experiences, meaningful connections, and a supportive community that helps families live bigger, fuller lives. Together, we explore, grow, build, and create a future we're excited about — because we believe in The Village It Takes.
The Family Mastermind is just the beginning. Upward Events creates curated experiences designed to bring our community together in extraordinary places.
We're not interested in simply collecting destinations. We're collecting stories, friendships and memories along the way.
To protect the quality and alignment of our community, Upward Events is application-based.
Applicants should generally have:
A commitment to personal and family growth
A desire to build meaningful relationships
An interest in travel, adventure and shared experiences
A willingness to contribute knowledge, ideas and connections to the community
And above all — good people raising good humans and building
extraordinary lives.
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Upward is intentionally curated. We're looking for families who are successful, growth-minded, adventurous and — most importantly — interested in contributing to the community around them.
Growth without ego
Experiences over things
Raising curious, capable kids
Success with purpose
Strong family relationships
Giving as much as they receive
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