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MEA 5-Day Immersion

Designing Your Best Decade for Couples

Oct 4 - 9, 2027 Baja, Mexico
Partial Scholarship Available. Apply Here.

Is a partial scholarship for you?

We believe in making personal growth and education accessible to everyone, which is why we offer partial scholarships on a needs-aware basis for many of our programs.

These scholarships support individuals facing financial challenges, including — but not limited to — members of underrepresented communities. If financial stress might prevent you from attending a workshop, we encourage you to apply.

Partial scholarships, provided through the Association for Growth and Education, are limited to 2–3 seats per workshop and reviewed in the order received. We recommend applying as soon as possible, as scholarship decisions are typically confirmed 90–120 days before the workshop date.

Robert Evans

Author of the Collaboration Code™ series | Founder of Ernst & Young’s Accelerated Solutions Environment | Chair of The Pachamama Alliance’s Stewardship Circle Council

Carolyn Buck Luce

Creator of The Decade Game® | Author of Epic! The Women’s Power Play Book | Organizational Strategist & Leadership Coach

If you don’t intentionally design your future together, life will design it for you.

Even the strongest couples can find themselves at a crossroads in midlife.

You’ve built a life together, but now questions loom: What’s next? How do you align your individual goals with your shared vision for the future? How do you stay connected while navigating the changing roles, family dynamics, and realities of your next chapter?

Left unaddressed, these questions can quietly erode your relationship. You may find yourselves drifting apart, misaligned about priorities, or stuck in the same conversations without moving forward.

And if nothing changes, the distance only grows. Small disconnects harden into bigger divides. Unspoken frustrations creep in. Instead of joy, intimacy, and excitement, you risk settling into patterns of misalignment, missed opportunities, and growing distance.

Imagine instead a future where both of you are fully aligned on the life you want to create together. 

  • Where your shared vision lights up the years ahead instead of leaving them to chance.
  • Where your individual goals strengthen your partnership instead of pulling you apart.
  • Where daily life feels aligned with what matters most to both of you.
  • Where intimacy, play, and connection deepen as you move forward together.

Here’s a fun game you can play to make it happen – and shape the next 10 years of your life.

The Decade Game® creator Carolyn Buck Luce and Collaboration Code™ creator Robert Evans are coming back to Baja to lead their popular Designing Your Best Decade for Couples retreat. Couples play a fun and meaningful game that walks them through the process of clarifying the future they want to share together.

If you and your partner are ready to align your visions, deepen your bond, and chart your path forward as a fully aligned couple, join Carolyn and Robert next October at our intimate luxury beachfront campus and spend five unforgettable days strengthening your connection, exploring what matters most, and designing a future you both can’t wait to live.

During your four days together, you will…

Clarify your individual dreams and values – and learn how to weave them into a shared vision that excites you both.

Strengthen your partnership through meaningful dialogue – moving past stuck conversations into deeper understanding and real alignment.

Design a practical roadmap for your next decade – so your days reflect what matters most instead of being shaped by default or drift.

Reignite intimacy, play, and connection – discovering new ways to nurture joy and closeness in your relationship.

Build tools for navigating change and difference – equipping you to handle shifting roles, priorities, and challenges without losing each other in the process.

Experience the power of a small, supportive community – sharing the journey alongside other couples committed to designing their best decade together.

This Workshop
Is For You If…

  • You and your partner are in your 40s-70s and want to plan your next chapter with intention
  • You feel out of sync about priorities, goals, or lifestyle choices and want to get back on the same page.
  • You want to communicate about the future in a way that brings clarity and alignment.
  • You sense your relationship has grown routine and want to reignite intimacy, play, and connection.
  • You’re facing changes with work, family, or health and need tools to navigate them together.
  • You want a clear, shared vision for the next decade instead of drifting into it by default.

Meet Your Faculty

Carolyn Buck Luce

Creator of The Decade Game® | Author of Epic! The Women’s Power Play Book | Organizational Strategist & Leadership Coach

For over four decades, Carolyn has helped individuals, couples, and organizations design futures that reflect their deepest values. As the creator of The Decade Game®, she has guided thousands of people in turning life’s biggest questions into clear and compelling roadmaps. Her work blends strategy with soul, offering couples a framework that is both practical and inspiring.

A former Wall Street executive and longtime leadership coach, Carolyn has a rare ability to hold both the personal and the systemic – helping people navigate complexity while staying true to what matters most.

Strategic visionary: Carolyn translates big-picture dreams into actionable plans.

Gifted guide: She creates safe, inspiring spaces for couples to explore sensitive topics with honesty and compassion.

Proven framework: Her Decade Game® methodology has empowered thousands worldwide to design lives of meaning and impact.

“You have the power to create a life by design, not default.” — Carolyn Buck Luce

Robert Evans

Author of the Collaboration Code™ series | Founder of Ernst & Young’s Accelerated Solutions Environment | Chair of The Pachamama Alliance’s Stewardship Circle Council

Robert is a pioneer in collaborative design, known for creating breakthrough environments where people align around a shared vision and move forward with clarity.

As the founder of Ernst & Young’s Accelerated Solutions Environment (ASE), he brought together executives, teams, and organizations to solve their toughest challenges – a process he now brings to couples who want to design their future together.

With decades of experience leading immersive workshops across the globe, Robert blends structure with creativity, helping people uncover new ways to connect, communicate, and co-create. His Collaboration Code™ series distills his philosophy that lasting alignment happens when people are given the right tools, frameworks, and space to think – and dream – together.

Collaboration pioneer: Robert has dedicated his career to helping people bridge differences and discover shared solutions.

Master facilitator: He creates dynamic, supportive environments where breakthroughs feel possible.

Practical innovator: His processes are designed for action, ensuring couples leave with clarity, confidence, and momentum.

“The next ten years will be the most important decade for the human race EVER. We will fundamentally rethink and rebuild every human system. This is a remarkable time to be alive.” — Robert Evans

Supported By the MEA Team

Our Agenda at a Glance

Monday:

4:00 PM: Arrival / Check-In

5:30 PM: Welcome Reception & Dinner

7:00 PM: Orientation Session

9:00 PM: Free Time

Tuesday:

7:30 AM: Mind + Body

8:30 AM: Breakfast

10:00 AM: Classroom Time

1:15 PM: Lunch

2:00 PM: Free Time

3:00 PM: Classroom Time

6:30 PM: Dinner

Wednesday:

7:30 AM: Mind + Body

8:30 AM: Breakfast

10:00 AM: Classroom Time

1:15 PM: Lunch

2:00 PM: Free Time

3:00 PM: Classroom Time

6:30 PM: Dinner

Thursday:

7:30 AM: Mind + Body

8:30 AM: Breakfast

10:00 AM: Classroom Time

1:15 PM: Lunch

2:00 PM: Free Time

3:00 PM: Classroom Time

6:30 PM: Dinner

Friday:

7:30 AM: Mind + Body

8:30 AM: Breakfast

10:00 AM: Classroom Time

1:15 PM: Lunch

2:00 PM: Free Time

3:00 PM: Classroom Time

6:30 PM: Dinner, Dessert & Graduation

8:00 PM: Evening Gathering

Saturday:

7:00 AM: Breakfast

11:00 AM: Checkout / Departure

Sunday:

*Please note that not all “classroom time” activities take place in the actual classroom.

*Please note all times are estimates as some activities go longer or shorter depending on the group. This agenda is meant to give you an idea of the general flow of activities.

Step into Transformation on Baja’s Sun-Soaked Shores

El Pescadero Resort | Baja, Mexico

A stunning oceanfront property offering all of the luxuries and amenities of a luxury hotel with beautiful beaches perfect for swimming or surfing. Located on the southern tip of the Baja Peninsula, just a short drive from Todos Santos, the Pueblo Magico.

PLUS: Gourmet from-scratch meals, snacks, and drinks featuring locally sourced ingredients from our organic garden, made by our in-house chefs.

  • Beach walks
  • Poolside lounging
  • Warm ocean waves
  • Fire pits
  • Magical sunsets

Is It Safe to Travel to Baja?

If recent news about Mexico has you second-guessing a trip, we get it. Here's what you should know.

Our campus is in Baja California Sur, a quiet stretch of the Pacific coast between Todos Santos and Cabo. Think surf breaks, organic farms, and dirt roads that lead to empty beaches. It's about as far from the headlines as you can get.

The U.S. State Department gives Baja California Sur a Level 2 advisory, the same rating as France, Italy, and the United Kingdom. There are no travel restrictions for U.S. citizens or government personnel anywhere in the state, and Baja California Sur is consistently ranked one of Mexico's two safest states. Flights and ground travel throughout the region are running normally with no disruptions.

Our upcoming workshops are booking as expected, and we continue to welcome guests to campus every month. Nothing has changed on the ground here.

Still have questions? We're happy to talk it through. Contact us here.

Your Workshop Includes:

  • 5 nights of lodging at our world-class retreat center in Baja, Mexico with all of your meals, snacks, drinks and other amenities included
  • Daily sessions and experiential activities to help you connect with your inner self, envision your desired experience, and release what no longer serves you
  • Mindfulness practices to soothe your nervous system and help you cultivate greater mindfulness and presence in the moment
  • Movement to get the energy flowing and build your strength and agility as you chart your course forward to the life you want to live
  • Incredible bonding experiences with the most amazing humans you’ll ever meet
  • Intimate gatherings to cultivate connection and celebrate the joy and beauty of life

There is a way forward – and you are not alone.

When illness, loss, or upheaval strips life of its certainty, it can feel impossible to imagine anything beyond the pain. This workshop will help you build the resilience, courage, and self-compassion you need to face what’s in front of you – and to discover that even in the hardest times, life can still hold meaning, connection, and moments of peace.

You can learn to live fully, even in life’s hardest moments. And we’d love to help.

Early Enrollment Rate, Save 10%!
When you book before August 5, 2027

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Designing Your Best Decade for Couples

Oct 4 - 9, 2027 Baja, Mexico
Early Enrollment Rate
$4,500 $4,050 per person
Partial Scholarship Available. Apply Here.

Is a partial scholarship for you?

We believe in making personal growth and education accessible to everyone, which is why we offer partial scholarships on a needs-aware basis for many of our programs.

These scholarships support individuals facing financial challenges, including — but not limited to — members of underrepresented communities. If financial stress might prevent you from attending a workshop, we encourage you to apply.

Partial scholarships, provided through the Association for Growth and Education, are limited to 2–3 seats per workshop and reviewed in the order received. We recommend applying as soon as possible, as scholarship decisions are typically confirmed 90–120 days before the workshop date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still deciding or have questions?
Connect with our helpful team of Advisors

Our Advisors are all MEA alumni who can offer genuine insights into our programs. They’re passionate about helping you finding the right fit to make your next chapter the best one.

Daniel Booz

Lucas Erie

Leslie Bartlett

This was a beautiful journey that has come to an end, unfortunately.

The program was spectacular. It really surpassed my expectations. I was really surprised about how the course was curated. There was such a warm intensity and personal touch to it.

March Posch
Brand Consultant
MEA is for anyone who wants to live with greater purpose and gratitude.

I experienced MEA as a newly diagnosed multiple myeloma cancer patient, and as a result of the things I’ve learned - I’ve banished the anxiety of being a cancer victim, am in remission, and living with a newfound energy and purpose.

Bruce Deyle
Engineer, IT Architect Verizon
Attending Margie’s workshop changed my life and that of my colleagues. I am quite confident you will walk away from her session agreeing that they were some of the best hours you have spent on yourself in a long, long time. A worthwhile investment for all leaders, both emerging and established.
Elizabeth Faber
Deloitte Global Chief People and Purpose Officer
Eternally grateful for everyone and everything MEA!!

Just know how grateful I am for the joy fuel you all put in my rocket ship. When I want to feel loved or just need a good smile I can think of my time at MEA, which came at the perfect time to encourage me on my journey. Thank you!

Alejandro Cano
Co-Head of Opportunities Funds Oaktree Capital