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OUR STORY

The most exquisite creations emerge from necessity, a profound sense of purpose, and a burning desire to make a positive impact on society. This is the foundation upon which GoToRetreats was born in Mt Shasta, California. Today, we're honored to cultivate a community brimming with beautiful souls. These dedicated individuals pour their hearts into fostering healing, providing stress relief, and empowering others to reach their fullest potential. Together, we embark on journeys across the globe, celebrating "unity in diversity" and driven by a shared mission to leave the world a bit brighter than we found it. This journey is as much theirs as it is ours. We're here to serve, support, and inspire.

Read how and where everything started!

OUR TEAM

Meet our Experienced, Passionate & Mindful Team @ GoToRetreats

Kam Saini

Kamal Saini - Founder, Heart-Centered Leader & Speaker

Kamal (Kam) Saini's journey into meditation and yoga began in his mid-twenties, triggered by a pivotal life event that drastically altered his worldview. Fortunate to learn from original Gurus like Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, SN Goenka, and Bob Proctor, Kam discovered the power of living with awareness and connecting the dots in life's journey. He believes that understanding life's lessons unveils one's purpose, saying, "Reflect on your life deeply, and your path shall reveal itself to you."

With over two decades straddling the corporate and spiritual realms, Kam has observed that the most brilliant minds thrive on collaboration, innovation, and a drive to impact positively, always backed by exceptional teams that embody their vision. To him, while technology serves as an essential tool, it is the underlying values that define a truly great organization.

At GoToRetreats, Kam infuses his passion and vision, aiming to cultivate connections, foster healing, and encourage personal growth. Through transformative retreats worldwide, he strives to share the profound benefits of spiritual practice and community.

Montana King

Montana King - Co-Founder and Retreat Architect

Montana, our Co-Founder and Retreat Architect at GoToRetreats, is committed to guiding conscious individuals on their journey to self-discovery and purpose. A certified yoga instructor, she found her path through the healing power of yoga, meditation, and mindfulness during her own battle with anxiety. She is dedicated to sharing these practices and creating spaces where people can connect deeply with themselves and others.

Montana has led retreats in stunning locations, from the peaceful islands of British Columbia to the shores of Nicaragua. She believes retreats are not only about personal growth but also about building community— transformational spaces where people can support and inspire each other. Beyond the retreat space, she advocates for sustainable living and nurturing connections to self, others, and the planet.

At GoToRetreats Montana plays a key role in supporting wellness practitioners plan and market their retreats and guides organizations in creating corporate wellness programs. Passionate about helping others discover their purpose, Montana’s leadership and vision are instrumental in building a thriving GoToRetreats community, where personal growth and meaningful connections flourish.

Avi Sharma - Creative Marketing Specialist

Avi Sharma - Creative Marketing Specialist

Avi, our Content Creator and Marketing Specialist at GoToRetreats, is based in India and is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree from the Indian Institute of Technology. With a passion for innovation and creativity, Avi thrives in the world of social media and marketing. He enjoys crafting compelling content that tells a story and makes an impact. Guided by Seth Godin's quote, “It doesn’t matter how perfect your product is if it can’t be seen,” Avi’s focus is on raising brand awareness and sharing the unique story of GoToRetreats with the world.

We are thrilled to have Avi on the GoToRetreats team!

Chad V. Olson - Product Manager

Chad V. Olson - Product Manager

Chad is a seasoned technology professional with a passion for innovation and exploration. His extensive background in technology spans both corporate environments and entrepreneurial ventures, where he has developed a keen expertise in project management, Go-to-Market strategy, marketing, and product development.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Chad is an avid student of metaphysics and spirituality, with a particular interest in Geometry, numerology, and astrology. His adventurous spirit has taken him across the United States in a Volkswagen van and to Italy, where he immersed himself in the study of the Renaissance (and indulged in plenty of pizza!).

Sayani Bhattacharjee

Sayani Bhattacharjee - Contant Creation Specialist

Sayani Bhattacharjee is a content creator and creative writer with a love for learning new things. She studied Plant Science and Biochemistry, and later explored the healing power of stem cells in Regenerative Medicine. Her interest in marketing led her to learn Digital Marketing, where she realized how important content is in building strong marketing strategies. Sayani also enjoys street photography, capturing everyday moments of people’s lives. In her free time, she likes cooking delicious meals or unwinding with music.

Jade Vine

Jade Vine - Essayist, Editor, and Teaching Artist

Jade Vine (they/them) is a queer, neurodivergent essayist, editor, and teaching artist. They are the author of ‘Heaven is Only a Part of Our Body Where All the Sickness Resides’ (Ghost City Press, 2018) and ‘The End Is Not Apocalypse But Another Morning Where Everyone Tells Me I’m Dead’ (Yavanika Press, 2021). Their work has appeared in Gone Lawn, Minola Review, Polyphony H.S., and elsewhere and has been recognized by the Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Student Contest and the Timothy Corsellis Prize, among other places. Their first full-length book ‘Hold Me’ is forthcoming from Split/Lip Press in 2024. They are deeply inspired by the politics of indispensability and the multimedia practice of hope.

Our Advisors

Meet our experienced and mystical Advisors. They are our guiding light for GoToRetreats.

Andrew Oser - Senior Retreats Advisor

Andrew Oser - Senior Retreats Advisor

Andrew, our esteemed senior advisor at GoToRetreats, has been a beacon of spiritual guidance since 1982, hosting transformative retreats at the mystical Mt. Shasta in Northern California. Alongside his wife, Andrew has touched the lives of hundreds of thousands, guiding them to discover their true power, purpose, and inner wisdom. His signature Mt. Shasta Retreats are renowned for offering attendees life-altering experiences filled with magic and transformation.

Additionally, Andrew founded the Joy of Sports Foundation, an impactful nonprofit that harnesses the power of sports to foster children's development. His dedication to this cause led to the organization reaching over 50,000 children at one point and earned him the prestigious Point of Light recognition from President Clinton.

At GoToRetreats, Andrew's invaluable advice and mentorship have been pivotal. His wisdom and guidance are indispensable as we navigate the path of facilitating meaningful retreat experiences. We are profoundly grateful to have Andrew as a guiding light in our journey.

Corazon Fuerte - Senior Spiritual Advisor

Corazon Fuerte - Senior Spiritual Advisor

Corazon, also known as Strongheart, is a distinguished spiritual advisor on our team, endowed with innate healing powers that significantly deepened following a profound awakening a few years back. With nearly six decades of guiding individuals through personal healing journeys, her expertise is unparalleled.

Originally a massage therapist at leading spas, Corazon has seamlessly blended over 30 years of professional experience with her spiritual awakening to help individuals release trauma at a cellular level. Her journey has taken her across the globe, forging deep connections with spiritual masters in South America and Southeast Asia. Beyond her spiritual pursuits, Corazon dedicates herself to supporting a local children's school in Nepal with her resources.

At GoToRetreats, Corazon's role as a spiritual mentor and advisor is invaluable. Her awakened presence and deep wisdom are a treasure to our team, and we are truly fortunate to have her guidance and support.

Our story started @ the Foothills of Mount Shasta and Views of the Waters of Shasta Lake, California.

WHO ARE WE? WHY DID WE CREATE GOTORETREATS?

Welcome to GoToRetreats, where every story weaves into the larger tapestry of our collective mission to heal and uplift. Founded by Kamal Saini, a lifelong devotee of meditation and yoga, GoToRetreats was born from a vision to share the healing power of retreats with the world. Nestled in the tranquil beauty of Northern California, our 5-acre property by Shasta Lake is where our journey began. With breathtaking views, total privacy, and a dedication to hospitality, we've hosted hundreds of guests, earning rave reviews for our unique retreat experiences.

Our foray into hosting Yoga and Meditation retreats at our Shasta Lake property sparked an overwhelming interest on social media and highlighted a widespread need among retreat organizers for a supportive community. They sought chefs, photographers, healers, guides, and more to create unforgettable retreat experiences. Recognizing this, and with a background in technology, we envisioned GoToRetreats—a platform designed to unite, support, and empower those dedicated to bringing people together through retreats.

WHAT'S OUR MISSION?

At GoToRetreats, we're on a mission to unite conscious souls and seekers worldwide. Our goal is to facilitate healing, personal evolution, and the pursuit of one's highest Self by harnessing natural talents and potential. We believe in the transformative power of retreats to forge bonds, inspire healing, and promote personal growth.

WHAT'S NEXT?

GoToRetreats is just the beginning. Our vision for the future includes expanding our platform to include more diverse retreat venues from around the globe and enhancing our features to better serve our community of venue hosts, retreat organizers, practitioners & service providers, and attendees. We're dedicated to evolving GoToRetreats into the ultimate destination for anyone looking to host, work at, or attend a retreat. This is more than a platform; it's a movement towards a more connected, healed, and elevated world.

Join us on this journey of transformation and connection. GoToRetreats is here to serve, support, and inspire every step of the way. Together, let's create spaces where healing happens, bonds are formed, and lives are changed. Welcome to GoToRetreats, where your next retreat adventure awaits. Namaste!

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