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APB Annual Retreat

Calendar 2–4 September 2026
Location Bali, Indonesia
Venue Grand Hyatt Bali

PLAN THE FUTURE OF YOUR BUSINESS AT THE APB ANNUAL RETREAT 2026

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CLARIFY

Work with expert coaches to map out a detailed plan for growth, succession, or exit. You’ll get access to exclusive content and strategic frameworks developed specifically for the APB Retreat, insights you won’t find anywhere else. You’ll leave knowing exactly where your business is going, and how to get there.

LEAD

Step into the role your business actually needs. Build the mindset, structure, and leadership capability to move beyond bottlenecks and team headaches. This is an intense, focused environment (not for the faint-hearted), but perfect for builders who are serious about scaling with confidence.

CONNECT

Surround yourself with builders who think bigger. This isn’t a room of tradies. It’s an exclusive group of residential building company owners and directors sharing wins, challenges, and real strategies in a growth-driven environment. All in a private, secure setting that gives you the mental space to think long-term.

RESET

Three days. Five-star resort. No distractions. Just time to zoom out, recharge, and reimagine what your business (and lifestyle) could look like without the stress of planning or logistics. We take care of everything so you can focus on the future.

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We created the Annual Retreat because even the most successful builders need time to step back and ask bigger questions: what’s next for me, my business, and my life?

At the Retreat, elite builders from around the world come together to brainstorm, share ideas, and hold each other accountable. It’s an environment designed to spark inspiration, challenge your thinking, and give you the clarity to take your business to the next level.

Russ Stephens - APB Co-Founder

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A change of pace, designed for elite builders

Across several carefully structured days, you’ll step away from the daily grind and into a schedule designed for clarity, focus, and long-term planning.

Check-in + Welcome Dinner

Arrive at the Grand Hyatt Bali, settle into your room, spend the evening hanging out at dinner with the owners of other professional building companies.

Connect with other like-minded builders, and get ready for two focused days of growth and planning.

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Attendee

“What an amazing three days. Thank you APB, you guys are amazing. What you do for us builders is world class. Without you I don’t know where I would be.”

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Workshop Day One

Guided by APB’s executive coaches, day one is all about gaining perspective, thinking long-term, and creating space to work on your business, not just in it.

Expect high-level strategy, interactive sessions, and the opportunity to reflect, reset, and refocus.

Workshop Day 1
Attendee

“Waiting at the airport for our flight and we are more determined than ever to set the wheels in motion to achieve our goals for the next 5 plus years.”

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Workshop Day Two

Building on the insights from day one, this session will help you refine your direction, strengthen your leadership approach, and return home with a clear, executable plan.

The format is designed to support open discussion, peer collaboration, and practical planning, tailored to where you are in business.

Workshop Day 2
Attendee

“I loved getting to connect with such a fun and professional group of builders.”

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Check-out + Departure

Enjoy a final breakfast, say your goodbyes, and head home with a renewed sense of direction and a plan you can act on immediately.

Travel Day 2
Attendee

“I loved learning about all the different strategies and tactics for tackling the "rocks", and can't wait to put some of those into action.”

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What Builders Are Saying About the APB Retreat

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THE EXPERT BEHIND THE Workshops

Andy Skarda

Head Coach

Andy leads our team of four executive business coaches while also working exclusively with a selection of residential building companies that are looking to fast-track their results.

He is an ex-attorney/solicitor who made the transition from law into business over 30 years ago. He has owned and led businesses in South Africa, the United States, South-East Asia and Australia.

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THE SETTING FOR STRATEGIC THINKING

The Location

Nestled on the eastern coastline of Bali, Nusa Dua is known for its calm beaches, world-class hospitality, and serene atmosphere, far from the chaos of city life, yet close enough to modern comforts.

The Resort

The APB Annual Retreat 2026 will be hosted at the Grand Hyatt Bali, a five-star beachfront resort in the heart of Nusa Dua. The resort has everything you need to be comfortable and looked after: spacious rooms, multiple restaurants, pools, and peaceful garden areas.

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Coming out of the retreat, I finally realised why I feel flustered. Everyone comes to me for answers because we don’t have proper systems.

I’ve known it deep down, but now I actually know what to do. Mapping out the systems, anchoring the team in our values, and putting structure behind it... that’s what I’m taking home.

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Reserve Your Space at the 2026 APB Annual Retreat

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$9,997
USD PER COMPANY

Includes:

3 nights of luxury accommodation at the Grand Hyatt Bali for two adults

Exclusive access to a two-day, in-room strategy workshop with APB’s executive coaches

All event meals included: 3 private dinners, 2 working lunches, and daily breakfast

The opportunity to connect and collaborate with other elite builders who are serious about long-term growth

* Elite mentoring clients are only required to pay USD$1,000.

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Thanks to the APB team and all our fellow builders for the support we gave each other at the retreat (and at the after parties). It makes a huge difference. Let’s make the year ahead count.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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HOW IS THIS DIFFERENT FROM OTHER APB EVENTS

APB runs regular events in cities all over the world that provide networking and learning opportunities for professional builders. However, this is an exclusive retreat limited to APB's most aspirational and best-performing members to create a long-term strategic plan and exit strategy for their building company.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND THE APB ANNUAL RETREAT?

This event is for the owners and directors of custom home-building companies that want to create a long-term strategic plan and exit strategy for their building company. It is not for commercial builders, developers, tradies, handymen, or subcontractors.

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DO TICKETS INCLUDE FLIGHTS?

Unfortunately, tickets don’t include flights. However, they do include 3 nights of accommodation, food, and a 5-star experience at one of Bali's most sought-after resorts.

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WHO IS SPEAKING AT THE EVENT?

You'll have an intimate workshop over 2-days with the co-founders of The Association of Professional Builders, Russ Stephens and Sky Kolade, and two of APB's Executive Business Coaches, including our Head Coach, Andy Skarda.

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WHEN AND WHERE IS IT?

The retreat is being held in Bali, Indonesia, between the 2nd and 4th of September 2026, at the luxurious Grand Hyatt Bali. Situated on Nusa Dua, this 5-star resort has everything you need for the ultimate getaway.

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HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

The price is USD$9,997+GST for two people (no GST for building companies outside of Australia). To secure your place you just need to pay a USD$1,000 deposit.


If you’re an Elite Mentoring client, you’ll receive a 90% discount, meaning you only pay the $1,000 deposit to attend.

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CAN I BRING MY TEAM?

Your ticket includes two guests, but the retreat is strictly reserved for building company owners, directors, and their spouses. This is a high-level strategic planning experience, and not suited for other team members. It’s designed for the people responsible for steering the direction of the business.

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WHEN IS THE DEADLINE TO BUY TICKETS?

There are limited spots available. So if you want to be involved in this life-changing experience in one of the most beautiful holiday destinations in the world, secure your spot now.