A pause for thought

May 6–8, 2026

Over food, wine, and activities at Southall Farm & Inn, a working farm and luxury retreat, we’ll reawaken our curiosity about the role software can play in solving complex problems, and reimagine ways to make this happen.

Among the voices taking part in the discussion are Tom Standage, Editor of The Economist’s The World Ahead, and Agile Manifesto signatory Martin Fowler. The Retreat is strictly under Chatham House rules.

We’ll cover two nights of accommodation so you can focus on the people, the ideas, and the outlook. You are welcome to bring a plus one who can enjoy the facilities while you attend the event.

Closest airport: Nashville, Tennessee (BNA)

 

 

Agenda

Wednesday May 6, 2026
4:00 pm Arrival
5:30 pm Cocktails at the Plaza
6:30 pm Dinner on the Fireplace Patio
9:00 pm After Hours at the Hearth (plus ones are invited)

We appreciate your understanding that, for our first day, Plus Ones are invited only to the After Hours event.

 

Thursday May 7, 2026
8:30 am Breakfast and Welcome, Gold Rush
10:00 am First session
11:00 am Break
11:30 am Second session
12:30 pm Lunch
1:30 pm Afternoon Farm Activity (not mandatory)
5:00 pm Cocktails at the Hilltop with Tom Standage
6:30 pm Dinner, followed by After Hours at Dottie's Speakeasy

We welcome Plus Ones to Dinner and After Hours on Thursday. They can also join you if you are participating in an Afternoon Farm Activity (subject to an additional fee).

 

Friday May 8, 2026
9:00 am Breakfast, Gold Rush
10:15 am Reflections
11:00 am Departures and Check Out

Note: Plus Ones are not included in Friday's events.