2025 elume travels
ICELAND
March 30th- April 4th 2025
Focus: Circularity, Social Innovation & Sustainable Communities
A Sustainability Immersion Program for Small Businesses
ELUME is heading to Iceland! This immersive experience invites entrepreneurs to embrace sustainable leadership and rethink how their business can drive social and environmental impact.
Step into Iceland, where sustainability is a way of life. This is more than just a trip—it’s a journey to explore how one of the world’s greenest nations is shaping the future of business, innovation, and community impact. Together, we’ll uncover practical ways to weave these lessons into your own work and life
6 DAYS | 10 ENTREPRENEURS
Iceland adventures
This program is designed to give you more than inspiration—it’s about action. Here’s what you’ll walk away with:
Clarity on Your Impact: Identify opportunities to make your business more sustainable and purpose-driven.
Fresh Perspectives: Learn how Iceland turns challenges into solutions, from clean energy to community resilience.
Leadership Tools: Build confidence in leading with purpose, whether it’s tackling tough decisions or finding your “why.”
Actionable Steps: Leave with a simple, clear plan to start making changes as soon as you’re back home.
This journey is built for entrepreneurs and leaders ready to infuse their businesses with purpose, innovation, and a deeper connection to global impact.
STEP 1: APPLY
Get your applications in by January 24th, 2025 11:59 pm EST
STEP 2: Connect
Schedule your ‘spark’ session with ELUME to ensure the perfect fit and personalize your journey.
Cohort of 10 will be finalized January 15th.
STEP 3: lock in
Submit your deposit to confirm your participation and receive detailed program information
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
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Engage
Step into Iceland’s sustainability story through workshops with local leaders. Explore how circular economies, community-first solutions, and innovative business strategies are making a real impact—and discover how you can bring these ideas to life in your own work.
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Immerse
Take a break from the hustle to reconnect with your purpose. Glacier hikes, geothermal hot springs, and mindful reflection sessions create space to recharge, gain fresh perspectives, and fuel your entrepreneurial spirit.
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Connect
Collaborate with a close-knit group of purpose-driven leaders. Share ideas, refine strategies, and build relationships that will support and inspire you long after the trip ends.
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Celebrate
Experience the soul of Iceland through private dinners, guided tours, and cultural experiences. These moments are designed to honor the land, its people, and the shared journey of making a difference.
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Elevate
Walk away with more than memories—earn a co-branded certificate from ELUME and The GREEN Program. This tangible credential showcases your leadership in sustainability and commitment to creating meaningful change.
Program Investment
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Single payment
$4,800
Secure your spot with a one-time, easy payment
✔️Save money by paying up front
✔️No need to worry about payment reminders
✔️Get started on your adventure right away!
Secure your spot with a a non-refundable $500 deposit
• Customize recurring daily, weekly, or monthly payments
• Pay the rest 6 weeks before the program starts
• No credit check & no forms to fill out
Get a head start on securing your spot!
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Financing
As low as $128/month for 36 months
✔️ Smaller payments overtime
✔️ Pay over 12, 24, or 36 months
✔️ Get started on your adventure right away!
Payment amounts shown are the lowest possible rates for qualified buyers. Rates may change.
Our partners, The Green Program, have teamed up with Clean Energy Credit Union to make this experience more accessible. Through this partnership, you can access affordable financing options with loans ranging from $1,000 to $6,000 and flexible 12, 24, or 36-month repayment plans—all while banking with an institution that supports a cleaner, more sustainable future.
choose your add-on packages
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A streamlined and impactful experience for entrepreneurs ready to take the first step toward meaningful change.
What’s Included:
• Pre-Program Spark Session: Collaborate with our team to align the trip with your personal and business goals.
• 6-Day Travel Program: Stay in eco-friendly accommodations, enjoy locally sourced group meals, and travel with ease through in-country transportation.
• 2 month Post-Trip coaching: Work with us to develop an actionable plan that brings sustainability strategies to life in your business.
Ideal For:
Entrepreneurs seeking a focused, results-driven experience without a long-term commitment.
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Go deeper with personalized support, tailored tools, and guidance to transform insights into action.
What’s Included:
• Everything in the Foundations Package, plus:
• 3 Pre-Program Spark Sessions: Set clear, actionable goals for your trip and beyond.
• Exclusive Tools and Templates: Access curated resources to apply sustainable practices in your business.
• 2-Month Post-Trip Coaching: Receive guided support as you implement your roadmap and strategies.
• 15% Discount on ELUME Consulting: Get extended support to tackle specific challenges or scale your impact.
Ideal For:
Entrepreneurs ready to dive deeper into sustainability with coaching and resources that align with their business goals.
**We offer flexible payment plans and financing options to make integrating sustainable practices more accessible for businesses committed to positive change. Our goal is to support your journey while ensuring affordability—let’s work together to create a plan that fits your needs.
Who is this program for?
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This program is designed for mission-driven entrepreneurs leading their businesses toward meaningful impact. While anyone can apply, ideal participants are:
• Established Businesses: Companies with 2+ years of operation.
• Revenue Range: Annual earnings between $100,000 and $1 million.
• Impact-Focused Founders: Leaders eager to deepen their understanding of community-centered, purpose-driven business practices.
• Sustainability Advocates: Entrepreneurs committed to reducing environmental footprints, promoting social equity, and enhancing the well-being of both local and global communities.
If this sounds like you, we’re ready to help you take your impact to the next level.
FAQs
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Here’s what’s waiting for you:
Learn from Global Leaders: Iceland is setting the bar for renewable energy and circular economy practices. See how their strategies can transform your business and inspire bold new ideas.
Attract Funding and Capital: Investors are looking for businesses that make measurable impact. You’ll leave with the tools and clarity to align your goals with what matters to funders and stakeholders.
Solve Real Challenges: Tackle what’s been holding you back with practical, actionable strategies to streamline operations, reduce costs, and scale sustainably.
Find Your People: Build a community of like-minded leaders who get it—leaders who care about doing good and doing it well.
Personal and Professional Development (PPD) but Elevated: A curated adventure to challenge you professional but also is elevate you personally.
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Having respect for culture, community, and the environment is at the heart of what we do. This trip’s focus is about engaging with Iceland in a way that honors its traditions and natural beauty. Here’s how we ensure respect guides our journey:
• Learn From Locals: We partner with Icelandic leaders to share their expertise and perspectives, ensuring authenticity in every interaction.
• Engage Mindfully: From visiting businesses to exploring nature, we approach every experience with care and an understanding of its cultural significance.
• Tread Lightly: Guided by “leave no trace” principles, we prioritize protecting Iceland’s fragile landscapes.
• Appreciate, Don’t Appropriate: Explore Iceland’s traditions with curiosity and respect, fostering genuine appreciation over imitation.
• Aligned Participants Only: We select participants who share our values of humility, respect, and cultural awareness.
This is the ELUME commitment to showing up with integrity, leaving every place better than we found it, and building meaningful connections along the way.
What to Expect
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We’ve got the details covered so you can focus on learning, growing, and enjoying the experience:
• Customized Experience: Thoughtfully designed program, pre-trip support, and orientation to set you up for success.
• Seamless Travel: Airport transfers, in-country transportation, and expert local guides.
• Comfortable Stay: Double-room accommodations with an option to upgrade to a private room for $110/night.
• Delicious Meals: Locally sourced Icelandic cuisine to nourish your body and fuel your adventure.
• Immersive Activities: Excursions, site visits, and guided strategic planning sessions to connect insights with your business goals.
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This isn’t just a trip—it’s an experience designed to spark clarity, creativity, and action.
• Hands-On Learning: Roll up your sleeves with Icelandic leaders in workshops and case studies that dive into circular economies, sustainability, and community-first solutions.
• Recharge and Reflect: Glacier hikes, geothermal hot springs, and mindfulness practices give you space to reset and refocus.
• Connection Building: Collaborate with like-minded entrepreneurs in sessions that inspire new ideas and long-term relationships.
• Authentic Culture: Experience Iceland’s heart through exclusive events, like a private dinner under the stars.
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This program is about balancing inspiration and action.
• Practical Strategies: Carve out time to align what you learn with your business, uncovering opportunities to grow and embed sustainability.
• Leadership Growth: Build confidence in leading boldly and exploring innovative ways to drive impact.
• Purposeful Community: Join a network of mission-driven leaders committed to meaningful change.
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• What’s Included: Ground transportation within Iceland, including airport shuttles.
• What’s Not Included: Flights to and from Iceland (we’ll help guide you on booking if needed).
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We’re here to make this trip accessible. Financing options are available on a case-by-case basis. Reach out to us to explore the best fit for you.
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This is your chance to recharge, refocus, and rethink how you lead your business and your life. Spots are limited—let’s make it happen together.
Logistics
your week in iceland
Not sure if you are the right fit? We are here to help and answer any questions!
Scaling impact through partnerships
We’re thrilled to partner with The GREEN Program (TGP) to offer extraordinary opportunities for impact-focused leaders.
Since 2009, TGP has guided over 3,800 change-makers from across the globe, providing hands-on experiences at a fraction of the cost of traditional study-abroad models. Their immersive programs, aligned with the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals, expertly balance sustainability-focused coursework, exclusive industry access, and unforgettable adventures, empowering participants to innovate real-world business solutions for a better future.
We hope to see you in Iceland!
Spots are limited, and Iceland’s calling. Ready to rethink how your business can lead the way? Let’s make sustainability simple, powerful, and actionable—together