Young ITI Retreat
October 1-4, 2026
Eco Resort Reserva Alecrim, Portugal
Why attend the Young ITI Retreat?
This is not just another implant dentistry conference – the Young ITI Retreat is a transformative experience designed for the next generation of implant dentists who want to grow beyond clinical skills.
Discover fresh perspectives that go beyond clinical excellence. From communication and leadership to innovation and wellbeing — gain insights that shape not only your practice, but your mindset and future as a professional.
Engage with peers and mentors in an environment designed for exchange and connection. Through shared stories, open conversations, and meaningful activities, you’ll build relationships that last far beyond the retreat.
Pause, reflect, and evolve — as a clinician, a leader, and a person. The Young ITI Retreat is your space to realign with purpose, embrace new ideas, and take the next step on your journey toward becoming a future leader in implant dentistry.
The Energy Garden with Eik Schiegnitz gives you the opportunity to understand the patterns behind your physical and mental performance. Instead of focusing only on productivity, this session dives into the deeper foundations that determine how you show up: recovery habits, nutrition choices, stress management, movement routines, and mindset. Eik combines science‑based insights with accessible practices to help you create a personal energy system that actually works – even in demanding careers. You’ll explore how small shifts in your daily rhythm can dramatically increase focus, improve resilience, and stabilize your performance across the long term. Whether you’re dealing with stress, long hours, or simply feeling “flat,” this session will give you tools to feel balanced, strong, and capable. The Energy Garden is an invitation to cultivate a healthier, more energized version of yourself – not as a quick fix, but as a lifestyle.
The Creative Agora, led by Pablo Prado, is a dynamic session designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and a growth‑oriented mindset. Instead of offering static knowledge, Pablo invites you into an open space where ideas evolve and challenges are explored in innovative ways. You’ll learn how to approach uncertainty with confidence, shift from reactive to proactive thinking, and apply creativity to everyday clinical and leadership decisions. Through reflective exercises and collaborative discussions, you’ll discover how adaptability, experimentation, and curiosity fuel long‑term success. This session empowers you to break out of fixed patterns, embrace new perspectives, and navigate complex situations with agility. The Creative Agora isn’t about artistic talent – it’s about creative thinking as a professional superpower.
In the Branding Lounge, Hugo Madeira invites you to explore how clinical leaders shape presence, credibility, and influence far beyond technical skills. This interactive session goes deeper than logos or marketing tactics – it examines how your values, tone of voice, and personal positioning define the way others experience you. Through guided discussion and peer exchange, Hugo challenges you to reflect on how you show up in conversations, how authentically you communicate, and what signals you send to patients, colleagues, and the wider professional community. You’ll discover how trust is built through clarity, consistency, and human connection – not through self‑promotion. By the end, you will have a clearer understanding of your professional identity and how to express it with intention. The Branding Lounge empowers you to communicate and lead in a way that feels genuine, grounded, and fully aligned with who you are becoming.
The Balance Circle is designed for young professionals who juggle multiple roles, responsibilities, and expectations – often at the cost of their own wellbeing. Led by France Lambert, this session helps you step back and make sense of the many “selves” you show up with every day: clinician, colleague, friend, partner, learner, leader. France openly shares real‑life examples from her own journey, offering honest insights into how she has navigated pressure, competing priorities, and moments of overwhelm. Through guided reflection and practical exercises, you will explore the root causes of imbalance, understand what drains you, and identify what restores you. France brings a grounded, compassionate approach that empowers you to set boundaries, prioritize what matters, and build rituals that protect your energy long‑term. The Balance Circle isn’t about doing less – it’s about doing what matters with clarity, intention, and resilience. You will leave with a stronger sense of inner alignment and a realistic plan to support your own growth.
The Practice Pulse growth station with Oscar Gonzalez helps you understand what makes teams thrive – and what silently undermines them. This growth station explores the essential elements of a healthy practice culture: shared purpose, psychological safety, clear communication, and mutual accountability. Oscar brings hands‑on experience from high‑performing teams to show how small, daily habits influence motivation, engagement, and retention. You’ll uncover how to create systems that reduce friction, build trust, and support collaboration across roles. Whether you’re leading a small team or planning to build one, Oscar gives you actionable tools and perspectives to create a workplace where people feel inspired to contribute. The goal isn’t just operational efficiency – it’s a team culture that lifts everyone higher.
This session with ITI CEO Alexander Ochsner explores leadership from the inside out. Rather than teaching a one‑size‑fits‑all model, Alexander guides you to understand your unique leadership style, the beliefs that drive your decisions, and the behaviors that influence your team. You’ll discover the power of situational leadership – adapting your approach depending on the needs of the moment, whether you are coaching, directing, supporting, or empowering. Through real‑world examples and reflective prompts, you will gain clarity on your strengths and the areas you want to develop. This lunch session is ideal for clinicians stepping into leadership roles, future mentors, or anyone ready to lead with greater confidence, empathy, and adaptability.
In this forward‑looking session, German Gallucci explores the trends, responsibilities, and ethical considerations shaping the next era of our profession. From technological advancements to evolving patient expectations, to changes in education and lifelong learning, you’ll gain a clear understanding of how dentistry is transforming – and what clinicians must adapt to. German provides a thoughtful perspective on professional integrity, sustainable practice, and the societal responsibilities of modern clinicians. This session encourages you to think beyond the day‑to‑day and reflect on the bigger picture: how you want to grow, contribute, and influence the future. It’s a powerful moment to reconnect with purpose and understand your evolving role in a changing landscape.
This retreat isn’t about clinical lectures – it’s about expanding your mindset. Dive into topics like leadership, communication, innovation, and well-being. Learn from inspiring voices who challenge you to think differently and grow holistically as a professional.
Meet peers and mentors in an environment designed for authentic exchange. Through storytelling, shared experiences, and open conversations, you’ll build relationships that go far beyond the retreat – and become part of a community that grows together.
Forget slides and formal presentations. Every session is crafted to be participatory, reflective, and engaging. Whether it’s a fireside dialogue, a growth workshop, or a moment of guided reflection, you’ll be part of the conversation – not just an audience.
Growth happens in the pauses. With tools like the Growth Passport and guided reflection moments, you’ll have space to absorb, realign, and evolve. This retreat is designed to help you reconnect with your purpose and define your path forward.
Set in the serene hills of southern Portugal, Reserva Alecrim offers a unique blend of nature and comfort. Think glamping – not just accommodation, but an experience in itself. You’ll stay in beautifully designed domes, bungalows, or lake houses, enjoy nourishing food, and take part in activities like yoga, hiking, horse riding, and stand-up-paddling. Everything is included, and every detail is curated to support your growth and well-being.
One price – all the essentials for your personal and professional growth.
- excl. 23% Portuguese VAT
- tax invoice available
- course fee tax deductable
- excl. 23% Portuguese VAT
- tax invoice available
- course fee tax deductable
You and your colleague benefit from a reduced fee if you share accommodation.
- 2 participants sharing accommodation
- excl. 23% Portuguese VAT
- tax invoice available
- course fee tax deductable
- 2 participants sharing accommodation
- excl. 23% Portuguese VAT
- tax invoice available
- course fee tax deductable