Camp Pet Boss Is Back!
A Pet Business Conference + Retreat with your Dog
August 27-30, 2024 | Lake Delton, Wisconsin
Running a pet business is no walk in the park. We’ve been there, done that and have the campfire stories to prove it. That’s why we created Camp Pet Boss–where pet business owners, the most sought-after pet industry experts and dogs collide in the best ways possible.
Camp Pet Boss returns for the first time since 2019 for an amazing adventure happening Tuesday, Aug 27th-Friday, August 30th, 2024 in Lake Delton, Wisconsin. Tickets WON’T last long, so grab your seat by the campfire!
Refuel Your Leadership Confidence and
Reignite Your Passion For Pets
The daily grind of running a pet business wears you down after a while. The long hours, the employee drama, the never-ending need to work “in” your business instead of on it. We. Get. It.
It’s okay to dream about having a staff that cares deeply about your customers, managers who come up with profit-generating ideas, and the proper infrastructure to hit those lofty goals you had when you first opened shop.
At Camp Pet Boss, you’ll learn the leadership skills to turn those dreams into plans and what steps you should take first.
At Camp Pet Boss, You’ll Get All This
And S’more…
Practical tips, tools, and tactics proven to grow your leadership skills and give you the confidence to keep growing the pet business of your dreams.
Networking opportunities with the Top Dogs in the industry—the people who know how to maximize profits without giving up your personal life and are eager to let you in on their secrets.
Your choice of activities that will get your adrenaline pumping or give you a much-needed break to relax and recharge in Mother Nature with your dog at your side.
Coaching time with our expert training team committed to helping you build your step-by-step power plan for sales, marketing, leadership, time management, and more.
A trail map to leadership excellence, resulting in trekking through EVERY landscape in your pet business with confidence and solutions.
I will always value the fact that I made connections with good people from all over the country. That is priceless.
–Bryer Pingel, Go Fetch LLC
I learned a ton and took away a bunch of useful tools and ideas to implement in our business. I think you guys did a really great job and will learn from the first experience to make next years’ camp even more awesome! Thanks again for all of your hard work putting this together!
–Whitney Kamish, Green Spot
I think for your first ever conference, you all did an amazing job and I appreciate all of the hard work and planning that you all put into this event!
–Kristi Andrews, The Barkery
Full Session & Activity Schedule
Tickets will sell fast! Space is limited, and selling out early is possible (and likely!) Don’t miss your chance to set up camp at the Pet Boss bonding and learning experience of the year! Snag your ticket NOW!
Questions? Email us at hello@petbossnation.com
Tuesday, August 27th
1:00-4:00 PM CST
Check In + Open Activities
Stop at check in for your welcome gift, name badge and room assignment. Enjoy any of our open activities available: lunch until 2pm, snacks & refreshments, settle into your room, meet your neighbors, head to the dog beach, enjoy a hike or off leash play in the play pen. Get a head start on our room door decorating contest!
1:00-2:00 PM CST
Quick Lunch
Ready to refuel after a day of travel? Stop by the dining hall for a quick, casual bite.
3:00 PM CST
Group Campground Walking Tour – Dogs Welcome!
Come one, come all! Explore the property with us so you know the amenities to enjoy on your own and exactly where our sessions are taking place. Dogs must be on leash during the walk and will enjoy off leash play time in designated areas, like the beach!
4:00-5:30 PM CST
Welcome Session
Let’s get this party started! Join us in the pavilion for our welcome celebration and kick off to Camp Pet Boss 2024!
5:30-6:00 PM CST
Free Time
6:00-7:15 PM CST
Dinner
Arrive at the dining hall for a buffet dinner and connect with your fellow Campers!
7:30-9:00 PM CST
Opening Party + Evening Entertainment
It’s a surprise. We can’t give away all the fun! Drinks & dessert included.
Wednesday, August 28th
7:00-8:00 AM CST
Breakfast
Arrive at the dining hall anytime between 7:00a-8:00a to enjoy a breakfast buffet. You can relax in the dining hall until 8:30a and connect with fellow Campers or enjoy free time as early as you’d like.
8:00-9:15 AM CST
Free Time
This is your “free time” to enjoy the camp experience, relax and build relationships. Here’s some suggestions. Grab a friend and head to the dog beach, enjoy a hike or off leash play in the play pen. Work on decorating your door for the contest or head to our session room early for networking & coffee.
9:15-10:45 AM CST
Morning Session with Teresa Miller, Treats Unleashed
You have a vision. It takes time. It will evolve. It’s likely bigger than you realize. In this session, Teresa shares how she grew from one mall kiosk to twenty locations between St. Louis & Kansas City, MO. Hear behind the scenes stories, challenges, successes and what she learned along her journey. No matter the stage of business you’re in, you’ll be inspired, empowered and ready to expand your business when you’re back home.
11:00-12:30 PM CST
Team Building Activity
This isn’t your average trust fall exercise! Take away more than you expect to from one of the favorite activities at camp. Learn about your communication style and decision making process, while meeting new friends. Location outside or in the gym. TBD.
1:00-2:00 PM CST
Lunch & Learn – Sponsorship Available
Have some lunch while learning from one of our partners! Lunch will be served in the dining room. You’ll have until 2:30p to stay in the dining hall. Interested in sponsoring this lunch? Contact hello@petbossnation.com for details.
2:30-5:30 PM CST
Afternoon Session
Join Adrian Adrian of petNmind for two power sessions about growth and possibilities for your pet business. Explore how franchising could be right for you and what it takes. Hear his experience of franchising and scaling petNmind.
Funding your pet business dreams can be done in a variety of ways. From 401k roll over, credit cards, business loans and venture capital, Adrian shares pros and cons of each so you can make the right decision for your business growth.
Creative Revenue Ideas: Panel of Pet Bosses share their best strategies from the last year that are working in their businesses.
Pet Biz Breakouts with your experts! Merge into small groups based on pet industry niches. You’ll be guided for a small discussion and sharing best practices. Candace, Teresa, Adrian and the PBN team will be walking the room to contribute at your table, too!
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5:30-6:30 PM CST
Free Time
This is your “free time” to enjoy the camp experience, relax and build relationships. Here’s some suggestions. Grab a friend and head to the beach, canoe, enjoy a hike or off leash play in the play pen. Work on your door decorating for the contest or review your takeaways from the day’s sessions.
6:30-7:30 PM CST
Dinner
Arrive at the dining hall for a buffet dinner and connect with your fellow Campers!
8:00-10:00 PM CST
Campfire + Live Music
Bring your dogs and your pet biz campfire stories. Drinks & dessert included.
Thursday, August 29th
7:00-8:00 AM CST
Breakfast
Arrive at the dining hall anytime between 7:00a-8:00a to enjoy a breakfast buffet. You can relax in the dining hall until 8:30a and connect with fellow Campers or enjoy free time as early as you’d like.
8:00-9:15 AM CST
Free Time
This is your “free time” to enjoy the camp experience, relax and build relationships. Here’s some suggestions. Grab a friend and head to the beach, canoe, enjoy a hike or off leash play in the play pen. Work on your door decorating for the contest or head to our session room early for networking & coffee.
9:15 AM-12:30 PM CST
Morning Session
Candace hits the stage for an inspirational, clarity session. What’s REALLY holding you back in your business success, joy and next steps? Open your mind to new possibilities, learn what it takes to be a great leader and overcome obstacles identified in this session. Feel brave to tackle what you need to do after camp to make your dreams a reality.
Pet Biz Mastery: Panel with Pet Boss Mastermind – Hear how these campers faced their challenges, the challenges turned into success stories to share today.
1:00-2:00 PM CST
Lunch & Learn
Enjoy lunch and hear from a fellow Camper’s Pet Biz Experience
2:15-4:00 PM CST
Afternoon Session with Adrian Archie, petNmind
What’s your emotional intelligence (EQ)? Emotional intelligence is the ability to manage both your own emotions and understand the emotions of people around you. There are five key elements to EI: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. Adrian dives into how you honing your EQ accelerates your growth and makes your business more enjoyable to manage!
Open Q+A
4:15-6:00 PM CST
Adventure Activity sponsored by Astro Loyalty
Campers will push past their fears with an opportunity to zip line! Being an entrepreneur takes risks and courage. You’ll be surprised by the emotion you’ll feel at the end of this adventure. If you can do this, you can do anything!! This is an optional activity to participate in, but all Campers are encouraged to go and cheer on their peers!
6:30-7:30 PM CST
Dinner
Arrive at the dining hall for a buffet dinner and connect with your fellow Campers!
8:00 PM CST
Closing Ceremony
It’s a surprise!! We can’t give away all the fun! Drinks & dessert included.
Friday, August 30th
7:00-8:00 AM CST
Breakfast
Arrive at the dining hall anytime between 7:00a-8:00a to enjoy a breakfast buffet.
8:00-9:00 AM CST
Pet Boss Mastermind Session
Current Pet Boss Mastermind members and those who join the program before or during Camp Pet Boss, are invited to stay in the dining hall for an extended experience. More details soon!
9:00-10:00 AM CST
Checkout
All rooms must be cleared and keys returned by 10am.
Until 12:00 PM CST
Open Activities
The camp property will be preparing for their next guests, which is why we need to vacate the rooms and buildings by 10am. If you’re finished early or have some time to kill before leaving Lake Delton, you are welcome to enjoy the property outside, excluding water activities since no lifeguards will be available. Dogs can swim though.
Meet Our Speakers
Candace D’Agnolo, Pet Boss Nation
CEO & FOUNDER
Candace has started, scaled and sold three successful brick and mortar pet businesses in the Chicago market and now mentors thousands of pet professionals all over the world as the CEO of Pet Boss Nation®. Her experience ranges from pet supply boutique, grooming operations, dog daycare, boarding and dog walking services and more.
Candace is a regular columnist for Pets+ Magazine, pet industry trade show speaker and personality of a top rated, globally ranked podcast for pet professionals. She has been honored with a Pet Industry Woman of the Year Award and was one of Pet Age Magazine’s Woman of Influence.
Teresa Miller, Treats Unleashed
OWNER & FOUNDER
In 2002, Teresa started Treats Unleashed. Since then, it has grown organically from 1 store to 20 locations between St. Louis and Kansas City, MO. They offer pet supplies, self wash, grooming, local delivery, an online store with autoship, personalized nutrition planning, a bakery AND wholesale of those bakery treats!
Teresa is the current President of IndiePet the Independent & Neighborhood Pet Retailer Association. She has been active in promoting women-led companies and Mastermind programming for early-stage women entrepreneurs, and works with the National Retail Federation.
Adrian Archie, petNmind
OWNER & FOUNDER
Navigating a tough career transition from corporate back to his passion for animals, Adrian opened petNmind, a natural pet supply and self wash, in 2014 in South Florida. He grew up wanting to be a Vet, even working in a vet’s office in high school, but instead became the first Black franchise founder in the pet industry! PetNmind, an innovative small-box franchise concept, now has 3 franchisees and more in the works!
Adrian’s passion lies in mentoring others in emotional intelligence, resilience, unlocking your skills and strengths to support your personal development. He’s a Skills Synergy mentor, former pro football player, and brings a wealth of experience from a decade-long career in Medical Device Sales and Brand Management.
Ticket Includes
- Dorm-like sleeping accommodations with private bathrooms and linens
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner + snacks
- Happy Hours and other beverages
- Seminars, entertainment and all activities
Ticket Includes
- Dorm-like sleeping accommodations with private bathrooms and linens
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner + snacks
- Happy Hours and other beverages
- Seminars, entertainment and all activities
Ticket Pricing
Includes Room, Meals, Drinks, Sessions + Activities
2 Pay of $775 or $1500 in Full
Contact hello@petbossnation.com with questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can anticipate sessions around running a well oiled and profitable company that you love! There will be sessions for the whole group and break out sessions where you can pick and choose which session or activities you’d like to attend. The schedule will be posted before you arrive at Camp. Depending on when you purchase your ticket, you may even get to participate in session topic suggestions.
Camp Pet Boss is hosted at JCC Chicago – Camp Chi at the Perlstein Resort & Conference Center. The whole property is 600 acres of fields, woods, and lakefront. Camp Chi is adjacent to a private beachfront for swimming and canoeing. Dogs are welcome but the property is NOT fenced in completely. For safety, there will be a designated fenced area for dogs to play off leash.
All lodge rooms have private bathrooms, air conditioning and heat, and beds (queen and twin size). They come with all of the charm of a children’s overnight camp.
The dining hall and catering do their best to accommodate various dietary needs. Please be sure to let us know at least 2 weeks prior to camp if you have special dietary needs.
Camp takes place in a large outdoor setting with many indoor sessions that are a short walk from the lodge buildings. The beach and some outdoor activity areas are a longer walk. A camper does not necessarily have to be “fit” to enjoy camp, but should be able to spend time outside in various weather conditions, walk on gravel paths, and be comfortable getting a little muddy/dirty. There are opportunities for more physical activity, but these activities are voluntary.
With you, of course! Dogs are allowed on beds and couches in your room. Bring any crates or pet bedding if you’d like. You are responsible for cleaning up after your pet, so you may want to bring your own bed linens.
About 10 minutes.
The regional airport in Madison is about 45 minutes away, Milwaukee airport 2 hours, and Chicago O’Hare about 3.5 hours.
We understand that your plans may change, so we offer some refund and ticket transfer options. The first step is to notify us via email so we have confirmation of cancellation. You may email hello@petbossnation.com
A full refund, less credit card processing fees, is available up to 30 days after purchase. A 50% refund is available after 30 days of ticket purchase, less credit card processing fees. Refunds will no longer be available on or after July 1, 2024.
Registration transferable to another camper with a $150 processing fee per ticket. No transfer requests will be honored after Aug 12, 2024.
Have more questions? Read our full FAQ doc or send an email to hello@petbossnation.com
Thank You Camp Sponsors
Interested in being a sponsor? Email hello@petbossnation.com for details. More sponsors coming soon!
