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Learning Expeditions

Some aspects of leadership and lasting change have been in the business psyche for decades. Yet, the fundamental skills, knowledge, and, most importantly, the appropriate behaviors to lead in the post-pandemic world must evolve for every leader to remain relevant.

That’s why we believe there is a better way to achieve leadership evolution and sustained transformation at The Nour Group. Welcome to Learning Expeditions – a highly immersive and experiential learning journey from now to next.

For corporate clients and industry associations, Nour Group has also created Learning Sprints - Fly Fishing, a half or full-day immersive introduction to fly fishing. Scheduled before or after your next marquis event, this unique experience elevates a growth mindset for participants willing to be bad at something and step outside their comfort zone with a fun new experience.

Redefining success and leadership one cast at a time.

Individual leaders are your definitive change agents. They must engage and influence a broad spectrum of relationships to communicate, problem-solve, and make data-driven decisions.

We have crafted human-centered learning for the past two decades to drive lasting change. Through our experiential platform, we immerse high-performing managers and leaders to experience maximum originality and sustainability in their personal and professional growth journeys.

We Focus on Individual Leaders. And Believe You Should Too.

If you have ever embarked on the need for real and lasting change - from processes to structure, digital, an M&A event, and global expansion - you faced a cultural headwind if not turbulence.

Leadership growth must be centered on real-world, battle-tested experiences and through hands-on, active engagements.

When high-performing, high-potential leaders are removed from their daily obligations and immersed in nature to ponder, plan, and aspire to reach their aspirations, their growth mindset comes to life.

Every Transformation is Fundamentally a Cultural Shift

When you translate observations, conversations, and unique experiences into actionable insights, leaders begin to change minds, perspectives, and buy-in.

Most of our hectic schedules seldom allow for dedicated time and space in nature while being guided through a unique experience to think and engage in healthy debates with others inside and outside our organizations.

Conversations, Introspection, and a Personal Commitment to Think and Lead Differently

Willing To Be Bad At Something

Create a Custom Program for Your Team

Sample Learning Expedition Program

Your Leadership Brand and World-Famous Fly Fishing

Fly in, and we’ll take you to the exquisite fly fishing lodge on a world-class river. We’ll stay at a quaint all-inclusive lodge where you’ll have a private room, get you into the right fly-fishing gear, and put you on private waters with an experienced guide.

Jenn Cordz, Partner at the Nour Group, founding team member of the US Women's Fly Fishing Team, and owner of Gypsy Fishing Outfitters

Led by Nour Group partner and leader of our Experiential Learning Program, Jenn Cordz – current U.S. Women’s Fly Fishing Team member – you’ll learn the foundational:

Fly Rod and Reel Breakdown
Fly Line, Leader, and Tippet Basics
Basic Knots Overview
Types of Flies (Dry, Subsurface, and Streamers)
Intro to Fly Casting
Fish Anatomy, Physiology, Proper Fish Handling, and Legal Harvest

Fly fishing in the wilderness of Montana

Equally valuable, Nour Group Managing Partner David Nour will align each new fly fishing skill with relevant leadership and growth strategies you can return to your respective roles/organizations.

This is real-world, battle-tested insights integrated into beautiful surroundings, unhindered by disruptions, so you can focus on your personal and professional growth.

Day 1, Monday

AM Arrive: Shuttle to Lodge

Welcome Luncheon, Intros & Learning Expedition Overview

Leadership Growth Challenges and Opportunities

Power Questions

Gear Distribution & Overview

Cocktail Reception & Dinner

Day 2, Tuesday

Breakfast

In Waders and On the Water for Fly Fishing Fundamentals

Riverside Picnic Lunch

Willing to be Bad at Something

Topgrading: Hire, Coach and Retain "A-Players"

Generative AI and Evolution of How You Lead

Your Success and Learning Moments on the River

Cocktail Reception & Dinner

Day 4, Thursday

Breakfast

Key Takeaways & your 30-60-90 day Personal Plan

Shuttle back to Airport PM Departure

Learning Expedition Agenda: Fly Fishing

Day 3, Wednesday

Breakfast

Shuttle to River

In Waders and On the water for Fly Fishing

Riverside Picnic Lunch

Shuttle back to Lodge

Your Leadership Brand

Ten Stories Leaders Tell

OKRs - Anatomy, Benefits, and a Culture of Accountability

Cocktail Reception & Dinner

Scott Pettigrew

Director of Operations
Refratechnik North America

Craig Addington

Chief Executive Officer
Thomas Associates Inc.

Hear About the Experience from Others

A Nour Group custom program is designed to meet your organization's unique learning and development goals, challenges, and opportunities. We develop adaptive leaders, sharpen individual resilience, and amplify team health.

Each custom program is comprised of distinguished faculty experts, experienced practitioners, and advisors. The Nour Group consistently creates world-class leadership training and development programs for global clients. Ready to create a transformational impact?

Sample Custom Program Topics

Building a Purpose-Driven Organization
Employee Engagement, Retention and Elevation
Leadership Skills Gap, Unlearning, and Relearning
Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility
Tech Advancements, Business Transformation, and the Integration of the Two
Return on Investment of L&D Initiatives

Custom Curriculum - For Organizations

Create a Custom Program for Your TeamCreate a Custom Program for Your Team

Sample Learning Sprint Program

A Focus on Your Prioritized Pursuits and an Introduction to Fly Fishing

For Senior Executives/Industry Association Executive Committee, a select intimate group of existing or prospective clients, we offer a one-day introduction to fly fishing, combined with a renewed commitment to a set of prioritized pursuits.

Led by Nour Group partner and leader of our Experiential Learning Program, Jenn Cordz – U.S. Women’s Fly Fishing Team – you’ll be introduced to the foundation:

Fly Rod, Reel, Fly Line, Leader, and Tippet Basics
Types of Flies (Dry, Subsurface, and Streamers)
Intro to Fly Casting
Proper Fish Handling
Reading the Water fundamentals

Following the 8 AM - 2 PM Intro to Fly Fishing on the River, Nour Group Managing Partner David Nour will align each new fly fishing skill with critical strategy, leadership, talent, and board perspectives off the river.

This is a fantastic highly focused and experiential add-on to your existing marquis event.