Team Members

Liesel Albrecht is a visionary retreat strategist and speaker who has spent over 30 years crafting spaces that change lives. With a background in social work and youth leadership, she has always been driven by a passion for connection, community, and the kind of transformation that only happens when women gather in meaningful ways. For more information on Liesel Albrecht, visit here.

With a background in sound engineering, she brings a rare technical precision and thoughtful attention to detail that elevates every aspect of the UGWA experience behind the scenes.

Michelle’s role is to support our speakers and facilitators to step into their next level with confidence, clarity, and presence. Through guidance around messaging, delivery, and how they hold the room, she helps each woman refine not just what they say, but how they are experienced.

Jennie’s role is to hold a safe, space where women feel seen, heard, and supported. Through daily group reflections and one-on-one support, she walks alongside each woman as she reconnects with herself and honours her own healing journey.

Marina’s role is to capture and share the essence of UGWA, she has a beautiful ability to see the moments that matter – the connection, the laughter, the transformation – and translate them into stories that others can feel.

Merryn’s role is to ensure each of you feels supported, informed throughout your journey in Greece. She is a calm and reassuring presence for you all. Whether it’s answering questions, guiding arrivals, or quietly solving the details, Merryn helps create a seamless experience so each of you can fully relax and be present.

Jacquie’s role is to be a calm, caring presence as our UGWA nurse, ensuring every woman feels safe, supported, and looked after throughout the retreat.

Joy’s role is to capture the essence of UGWA through her lens – the connection, the laughter, the quiet moments, and the magic in between. With a gentle and unobtrusive presence, she allows each woman to feel at ease while preserving the memories that tell the story of this experience long after it ends.

Chloe’s role is to support the seamless flow of UGWA behind the scenes, ensuring the day-to-day logistics run with ease. With a steady and organised presence, she helps keep everything on track so our guests can relax, trust the process, and fully immerse themselves in the experience.

Jen brings her extensive background in event management to her role as our Adventure Day Coordinator. She thoughtfully plans and oversees each detail, ensuring our adventure experiences feel seamless, exciting, and beautifully held from start to finish.