Trying to find a day that meets the schedule of more than 40 CEOs, organizing the speakers, the meals, and the fun (you've got to have fun), is no small task. My team jokes that it's like planning a wedding. This year was our 9th Summit, so we'd like to think we're getting the hang of it.

While the planning can be stressful, each year I come away feeling the same -- excited and inspired. Our goal is that the Summit be a valuable tool in the lives of our member CEOs. I was pleased to see such high marks on this year's evaluations and that 100% of the CEOs said they found the retreat valuable.

Missed the Summit? Here's a recap of many of this year's topics:

 > Read Melissa's take on this year's topics and speakers

Each year, the CEO Collective Summit agenda is packed with valuable topics presented by informed speakers, thought-provoking discussions, and, yes, even some fun. This year's topics included the state of the economy, culture development, exec team development, M&A, scaling sales, the role of marketing, how to have a thriving business and a rich personal life, and much more.