The Program
Over one unforgettable weekend, you’ll connect with peers and alumni, sharpen leadership skills, plan your trek with confidence, and share plenty of laughs (and late-night desserts). Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store!
Weekend Highlights
Headline Keynote
The surprise is half the fun — the impact is guaranteed.
Hands-On Workshops
Roll up your sleeves in interactive workshops designed to sharpen your skills and supercharge your trek planning.
Evening Celebrations
From trivia with an open bar & desserts to a Speakeasy Party, the evenings are for magic and memories!
Next-Level Networking
Swap stories and strategies with alumni mentors and fellow Leaders from top campuses nationwide
Tentative Itinerary
(subject to change — with fun surprises along the way!)
Friday, November 14, 2025
10:00 AM – 2:30 PM | Check-In & Settle In
Grab your badge, welcome kit, and coffee. Connect with fellow Leaders as the weekend kicks off.
3:00 – 5:00 PM | Welcome Reception
Meet Leaders from across the country, start new friendships, and enjoy light bites.
3:30 | Leadership Welcome Toast
Hear from itrek leadership about what this weekend is all about.
4:30 PM | Kabbalat Shabbat
A small group of participants will lead optional Shabbat prayers (davening) for those who wish to observe.
5:00 – 6:00 PM | Free Time
Settle in, relax, or connect before dinner.
6:00 – 7:30 PM | Shabbat Dinner
A festive meal shared with new friends.
8:00 – 10:30 PM | Trivia Night & Dessert Lounge
Grab a drink, enjoy sweet treats, and team up for a lively trivia showdown with prizes.
Saturday, November 15, 2025
7:00 – 8:00 AM | Morning Movement & Mindfulness (Optional)
Start the day with yoga, a jog, or a quiet moment to recharge.
8:00 – 9:00 AM | Breakfast
Fuel up for a full day of learning and connection.
8:00 – 9:00 AM | itrek Office Hours
Drop in with your team for dedicated support with the itrek team.
9:15 – 10:30 AM | Alumni Panel: Transformative Leadership
Hear alumni stories of growth and ripple effects from their treks.
10:45 AM – 12:15 PM | Mini Masterclasses: How to Talk the Talk & Walk the Walk
Rotate through sessions on Crafting Your Campus Narrative and The "Tachles" of Leading an Israel Trek.
12:30 – 1:30 PM | Power Lunch & Connect
A chance to recharge and connect with fellow Leaders.
1:45 – 3:30 PM | Workstations: Recruitment & Itinerary Building
Roll up your sleeves and get practical tools for planning your trek.
3:45 – 5:15 PM | Case Studies: Answering Tough Questions
Dive into real-life scenarios and practice handling challenging questions with peers and alumni.
5:15 – 6:30 PM | Choose Your Own Adventure
Unwind, join an optional session, or use the quiet time to make progress on your trek planning.
5:30 PM | Havdalah
Optional peer-led ritual marking the close of Shabbat.
6:30 – 8:00 PM | Saturday Night Dinner
Delicious food, great company, and the perfect way to kick off Saturday night.
8:00 PM – 11:30 PM | Speakeasy Soirée
An unforgettable 1930s-themed evening with music, drinks, and late-night vibes.
Sunday, November 16, 2025
8:00 – 9:30 AM | Breakfast
Fuel up and get energized for our final day together.
8:00 – 9:30 AM | itrek Office Hours
Drop in with your team for dedicated support with the itrek team.
8:45 – 9:30 AM | Alumni Breakfast Panel (Optional)
Candid stories, lessons learned, and inspiration to take home.
9:45 – 11:00 AM | Keynote Speaker
Get ready for a powerful conversation with a surprise speaker who will leave you inspired and fired up for the journey ahead.
11:10 AM – 12:00 PM | Closing Session
Reflect, share highlights, and wrap up the weekend together.
12:00 PM | Departures
Say your goodbyes (for now!) and head home with new friends and fresh inspiration.
Note on Religious Observance
All meals throughout the weekend will be served Kosher style. This means no pork or shellfish will be served, and meat and dairy will not be mixed in the same dish. If you require strictly Certified Kosher meals, or if you have other dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, allergies, gluten-free, etc.), please let us know in advance so we can make the proper arrangements.
Regarding Shabbat observance, please note that some programming on Shabbat may include microphones and on-screen presentations. Personal use of technology will not be required for participation, and we will do our best to maintain a Shabbat-friendly atmosphere on Friday evening.
Shabbat sessions in which moderator will use a microphone are indicated with:
Optional peer-led moments of observance (such as Kabbalat Shabbat and Havdalah) will also be available for those who wish to join. Please let us know in advance if you would like to join, so that we can make proper arrangements.
Our goal is to create a welcoming environment that respects the diverse religious practices of all participants. We will do our best to accommodate Jewish and non-Jewish religious requirements alike — we simply ask that you notify us in advance so we can prepare with care and respect.
For questions or special requests, please email LeadershipWeekend@itrek.org