CLF | Cohort 13 Convening 1 | Inaugural One-Year Cohort
Time and Location
Dec 02, 2026, 10:00 AM CST – Dec 04, 2026, 1:30 PM CST
Valor Compass Center, 4523 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
Details
🕜 Arrival & Departure Times: If you are flying, please book flights that allow you to be fully present for all sessions. We are about 10 miles from the airport (it is typically a 15 - 30 minutes drive depending on traffic), so please book your flights accordingly.
🏫 Location: All sessions will take place at the Valor Compass Center which is located at 4523 Nolensville Pk, Nashville, TN 37211.
⚪ Engagement & Presence: As you prepare for this event please let your colleagues know that you will not be accessible during core sessions. This is an active training experience and requires your full attunement to maximize learning. Please note that during sessions, all participants are directed to put personal devices such as phones and laptops away to avoid distractions and to be fully "dropped-in" and present.
🏨 Local Lodging: When planning your travel, please consider that the Compass Center is located in the South Nashville neighborhood and close to Brentwood, TN. If you are looking for specific local recommendations as you plan your trip, please review our Visitor Guide.
🍽️ Meals: We will provide breakfast, coffee, snacks/drinks, and lunch on all 3 days of the training. Please bring a refillable bottle for water. You will be on your own for dinner each evening, please review our Visitor Guide for recommendations.
👫 Dress code: The attire for this event is casual. We want you to feel comfortable throughout the event so dress for a sense of ease. The Compass Center can get chilly, so you might want to bring an extra layer.
🚗 Daily Travel to the Compass Center: Once in Nashville if you are relying on Uber/Lyft we recommend pre-scheduling your rides to ensure you arrive on time each day with plenty of time for breakfast! Arrival traffic at the schools is heaviest from 7:15 - 7:55am.
❓ Other Questions? For logistical questions, shoot Leslie Mitchell an email at lmitchell@valorcollegiate.org and she will get back to you. For program questions you can reach out to Sara Carlson Stiegel at sstriegel@valorcollegiate.org.