05/13/2026
A few days away from the day-to-day, and a lot to bring back.
The Spear Advanced Leadership Training (SALT) brought Spear leaders together to reflect, reconnect, and focus on what it takes to create exceptional experiences as we continue to grow. Across sessions on hospitality and innovation, the conversation kept coming back to one idea: the small moments matter, and strong leadership turns them into something people can truly feel.
We were honored to learn from Byron Halliburton of The Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center and Nick Hedges, CEO of Raintree, whose perspectives challenged us to think differently about service, adaptability, and emerging technologies. Our time away also included a team-building activity with impact beyond Spear, as attendees assembled 18 backpacks for the local Boys & Girls Club.
And we were proud to celebrate Jon Rogers as this year’s Founder’s Award recipient. The award recognizes a leader who reflects Spear’s core values and the vision, spirit, and commitment that continue to shape who we are and where we’re headed.
SALT is never just about the time spent together. It’s about what comes back with us: new ideas, stronger connections, and a renewed commitment to our teams and the experience we create across Spear. Stay tuned in the coming weeks as we share a new video series featuring SALT attendees and the lessons they’re bringing back to their teams.
Let's keep moving forward, together!