A transformational retreat for founders

an invitation toFOUNDERSON FIRE

Date

17 – 23 May 2026

Location

Nerja, Málaga, Spain

An unforgettable week of business growth, identity work, and meaningful connection for founders, freelancers, and solopreneurs who want more than success, and are ready to bring their life and their business to the next level.

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A Letter From The Founders

Dear Founder,

We know what it takes to build a successful business from nothing. The obsession. The vision. The high of watching something real take shape.

But we also know the weight of it. The relentless responsibility. The loneliness. How easy it is to lose yourself in the day-to-day work. The moments that nobody else sees, and wouldn't understand even if they did.

And in a world where the business landscape is shifting faster than ever, the pressure to stay ahead while staying grounded is real.

If you're reading this, you likely already feel it.

Maybe you're craving clarity on your next chapter. Maybe you're tired of surface-level networking and ready for connections that actually matter. Or maybe you've just earned seven days in an incredible environment surrounded by people who truly get it.

"We have seen what happens when the right founders come together in the right place — when you have space to reconnect with yourself and tap into a collective intelligence that can unlock explosive growth"

That's why we created Founders on Fire.

Seven days in sunny Málaga, Spain. A carefully curated group of powerful founders. A world-class experience designed to ensure you leave with clarity, renewed perspective, and the momentum to reach your next level, both personally and professionally.

This isn't a conference. It's not a mastermind. It's something we wish existed when we needed it, so we built it.

Because we've seen what happens when everything clicks. We've lived it. And we've created this so you can experience it too.

We arrive as strangers and leave as a Founder family. Ignited. Aligned. And on FIRE for what's next.

Nico, Chiara & Ryan

The Founders of Founders on Fire

Introducing

Founders on Fire

Five Elements Experience

A transformational retreat designed for founders, entrepreneurs, solopreneurs and creatives ready for their next level.

Group of founders at sunset overlooking the sea

Business Clarity & Growth

Get in the room with founders who've been where you are and see what's ahead. Walk away with real strategic clarity, actionable frameworks, and the kind of insights you only get from people who are building too.

Personal Transformation

Take yourself to the next level and bring to life the powerhouse behind the business. Reconnect with who you are beyond the work and step into the version of yourself who can actually hold the life you want to live.

Meaningful Connections

Build real relationships with an aligned community of founders who get it. No small talk. No pitch decks. Just honest conversations in a space built for trust, depth, and connections that last well beyond the week.

Inspiration & Creativity

Get inspired and reconnect with the creative fire that fuels your business. Recharge through amazing curated experiences, nature, and the kind of intentional stillness that busy founders never give themselves permission for.

Fun & Experiences

Enjoy the present moment and remember why you started. Laughter, adventure, and unforgettable moments in one of Europe's most beautiful destinations. Live a week designed for fun, expansion, and incredible new experiences.

7 days. One villa. Founders who get it.

The Property

Your Home for the Week

A stunning Mediterranean villa perched above the Costa del Sol, designed every corner for connection and transformation.

Villa entrance framed by palm trees
Elegant lounge with cream sofas and arched windows
Professional tennis court with scenic views
Stunning pool courtyard with Mediterranean architecture

Private infinity pool with sea views

Spacious common areas for connection

Professional kitchen & dining

Yoga & meditation spaces

Beautiful gardens & outdoor areas

Private bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms

What Your Next LevelIs Missing

If within the last 3 months, you've found yourself thinking…

I wish I knew my next steps.
I'm tired of online courses. I wish I could just be in a room with someone who has done what I want to do.
How do I scale my business and make it more profitable.
I feel isolated. I wish I could have more meaningful conversations with people who get it.
I wish I knew people I could collaborate with and who could support me in getting me to my next level.
I'm burned out. I wish I felt a stronger connection and a better balance between my life and my business.
I spend so much time working in my business that I am not getting the time to work on it.
I feel like I'm just going through the motions. I really wish I could feel rejuvenated and ALIVE again….

"If any of this resonates, you're not alone. You are likely an excellent fit"

Ready to igniteyour next chapter?

This May in Málaga, step away from the noise and step into a week that will challenge, inspire, and transform you.

Apply Now

5-minute application + schedule a discovery call

What's Included

Everything You Need for Transformation

We've designed every detail so you can fully immerse yourself in the experience

Luxury Villa Accommodation

Stay in a stunning Mediterranean villa surrounded by nature, with sea views, pools, and beautiful common spaces

All Meals Included

An array of delicious meals both at the villa and out on the town, enjoying some of Europe's best restaurants

Daily Group Sessions

Facilitated workshops on business, strategy, identity work, and personal growth

Expert Support

Access to high-caliber leaders and founders who support, challenge, and expand you throughout the experience

Business Masterclasses

Deep-dive sessions on positioning, pricing, client acquisition and scaling your business

Wellness Activities

Morning-body activations, meditations and onsite games & sports

Curated Experiences

Sunset cruises, dinners in the old town, local excursions and a few extra surprises

Airport Transfers

Seamless pickup and drop-off from Málaga international airport included

Major USP

Content Creation Hub

Create and amplify your content while living the retreat experience

We believe in amplifying founder voices. Record podcast episodes, film reels, conduct interviews, and create authentic founder content throughout the retreat experience.

Podcast Setup

Professional pre-amped microphones, mixing desks, and acoustic treatment for high-quality audio content

Professional Photography

A professional photographer for brand photos and social media content

Video Production

Videographer available for reels, testimonials, and founder interviews

Social Content

Content creation opportunities: behind-the-scenes, founder features, and testimonials

Professional podcast recording setup

Professional Setup

High-quality microphones, cameras, and lighting ready for your content

The Flow

A Week Designed for Transformation

Day 1

Arrival & Connection

Settle in. Meet your fellow founders. Share dinner under the stars and set intentions for the week ahead.

Day 2-3

Identity & Vision

Deep inner work. Clarify who you are beyond the business. Reconnect with your values, vision, and the person you're becoming.

Day 4-5

Strategy & Clarity

Business focus. Mastermind sessions, strategy workshops, and 1:1 coaching to build your roadmap forward.

Day 6

Integration & Magic

Bring it together. Celebration dinner, creative expression, and the kind of moments you'll remember forever.

Day 7

Departure & Beyond

Close the circle. Leave with clarity, connections, and a community that continues long after you go home.

Morning movement·Guided workshops·Mastermind circles·1:1 coaching·Shared meals·Evening gatherings·Creative expression·Magic moments
The Location

Why Málaga

We didn't choose Málaga randomly. We chose it because it embodies the values we want the retreat to embody: connection, inspiration, beauty, and a rhythm that honors both work and electric presence.

Nerja coastal cliffs and Mediterranean sea

Nerja coastline

Málaga old town streets

Málaga old town

Mediterranean beach sunset

Costa del Sol beaches

Spanish tapas and local cuisine

Local gastronomy

Perfect May Weather

Mediterranean sunshine, warm days, cool mornings. Ideal conditions for both work and play.

Inspiring Environment

Beaches, mountains, old town charm. Nature + city energy = creativity and clarity.

Relaxed Vibrance

Málaga moves at a human pace. The pace of founders who value presence and connection.

Creative Atmosphere

A hub for artists, creators, and entrepreneurs. Energy that fuels transformation.

Why This Villa • Why This Location • Why May

This Villa

Designed for connection with intimate dining, shared spaces, outdoor retreat areas, and dedicated wellness spaces.

This Location

Málaga combines Mediterranean beauty with vibrant creative energy. Close enough to inspire, removed enough to transform.

May Timing

Perfect weather, optimal work schedule before summer, ideal for founders planning their next quarter.

Explore the Villa

Every Corner Designed for Connection

From intimate gathering spaces to personal sanctuaries, every room has been thoughtfully curated for your transformation.

Villa aerial view with gardens

Exterior

Villa aerial view with gardens

Entrance with palm trees

Exterior

Entrance with palm trees

Main hall with fireplace

Common Areas

Main hall with fireplace

Living room with arched windows

Common Areas

Living room with arched windows

Pool courtyard at evening

Outdoor

Pool courtyard at evening

Grand lounge with pool view

Wellness

Grand lounge with pool view

Outdoor yoga class on lawn

Wellness

Outdoor yoga class on lawn

Professional tennis court night

Amenities

Professional tennis court night

Luxury bedroom suite

Bedrooms

Luxury bedroom suite

Bright bedroom with yellow accents

Bedrooms

Bright bedroom with yellow accents

Group celebration at sunset by pool

Experiences

Group celebration at sunset by pool

Modern bedroom with fireplace

Bedrooms

Modern bedroom with fireplace

Your Hosts

Meet the Architects

Different skills, one vision — to create an incredibly powerful and unique experience for business growth and personal transformation.

Ryan
London → Lisbon

Ryan

Strategy & Clarity

Ryan is a speaker, business coach, and serial entrepreneur who has founded and scaled two 8-figure businesses, achieving 7-figure exits. With expertise spanning business management, sales, investment, psychology, and transformation, he brings strategic depth and real-world insight to founders and sales teams ready to break through internal barriers. Having navigated both high-level success and personal burnout, Ryan understands what it actually takes to rebuild and grow. His mission: help founders and sales teams scale performance, align purpose, and build a life on their own terms.

StrategySalesNetworkingRoadmaps
Chiara
Milan → Málaga

Chiara

Identity & Transformation

Chiara Mazzucco is a speaker, writer, and entrepreneur who has built a seven-figure business rooted in personal power and identity work. With over a decade of experience leading transformational experiences and working with high-performing entrepreneurs, she is known for guiding people through the inner shifts that unlock their next level of success. Her work focuses on reinvention, self-leadership, and becoming the person capable of holding a bigger life and business.

IdentityPersonal BrandSpiritualityInner Work
Nico
Berlin → Everywhere

Nico

Community & Growth

Nico Estinto is an entrepreneur, community builder, and natural connector known for bringing people together in ways that spark genuine relationships and unexpected opportunities. With over 8 years of experience creating communities and shared experiences, he designs environments where collaboration, creativity, and growth happen naturally. After hosting more than 50 coworking retreats and connecting over 400 remote workers, Nico has built a global network of 130K+ entrepreneurs, founders, and remote professionals, all centered around one belief: when the right people come together in the right space, powerful things happen.

CommunityMarketingGrowthEnergy
Investment

Choose Your Experience

Three ways to join. Same transformational retreat. Choose the space that fits you best.

Shared Room

3–4 people

Immerse in community

2,450

per person

  • Shared room (3–4 participants)
  • Full retreat experience
  • All workshops & sessions
  • Group masterminds
  • Connection activities
  • Curated experiences
  • Selected shared meals
  • Retreat materials
Apply Now
Most Popular

Shared Room

2 people

Connection with intimacy

2,950

per person

  • Shared room (2 participants)
  • Full retreat experience
  • All workshops & sessions
  • Group masterminds
  • Connection activities
  • Curated experiences
  • Selected shared meals
  • Retreat materials
Apply Now

Private Room

Retreat at your pace

3,650

per person

  • Private room accommodation
  • Full retreat experience
  • All workshops & sessions
  • Group masterminds
  • Connection activities
  • Curated experiences
  • Selected shared meals
  • Retreat materials
Apply Now

What's Not Included

Flights, optional activities, and personal expenses.

€500 deposit secures your spot. Flexible payment plans available.

Your Next Step

Ready to ignite?

This retreat is for founders who feel the pull toward something more. Let's have a conversation to see if this is the right fit for you.

Apply Now

5-minute application + schedule a discovery call

17–23
May 2026
7
Days
Nerja, Málaga
Spain

No pressure. Just a conversation to see if we're a good match.