Upcoming Events
Attend an Event
Join us for our upcoming Cornerstone Safety Group Events! Expert-hosted events, trainings, and webinars are a crucial part of Cornerstone’s mission to offer accessible, actionable expertise for organizations like yours. We host two types of events: Community Networking Meetings and Educational Webinars and Trainings.
At all events, we ask that members and visitors follow our Cornerstone Event Norms.
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Community Meetings
To further the Cornerstone mission, we host recurring discussions and networking sessions exclusively for our members. In these one-hour sessions, our extensive network of business owners, leaders, and CEOs come together to discuss important and relevant topics specific to the travel industry. Together, we problem-solve challenges, share resources, and support each other through difficult times. There is no better opportunity to learn, share and innovate year-round.
Member-Only Community Calls
Cornerstone members are automatically registered for these monthly recurring calls. If you are not currently receiving calendar invites and are a Cornerstone member, email us at info@cornerstonesafetygroup.org to be added to our calendar of events.
December 11, 2025 - 3pm ET/12pm PT
January 8, 2026 - 3pm ET/12pm PT
February 5, 2026 - 3pm ET/12pm PT
Virtual Events
COST
Cornerstone Members: Free
Non-Cornerstone Members: $79
Webinar…Understanding Mandatory Reporting in Youth Travel Programs
Date: January 7, 2026
Time: 2-3pm ET / 11am-12pm PT
When working with minors in various travel and youth programs, staff often encounter uncertainty about their obligations as mandatory reporters. What’s the difference between behaviors that should be reported internally and those that must be reported to a state mandated reporting office? If something is reportable, is it enough to tell your supervisor, or do you have to go directly to the state? What if you’re note sure if it’s reportable? Should you investigate first?
In this one-hour webinar, Cornerstone Safety Group will be joined by attorneys from the Potomac Law Group to bring clarity to these and other important questions about our obligations as mandated reporters. Together, we will:
Explain our legal obligations as mandated reporters
Clarify the roles and responsibilities of mandatory reporters
Provide practical examples of when reporting systems must be activated
Share best practices for responding appropriately to concerning behavior
The session will conclude with an open Q&A, giving participants the opportunity to address real-world questions and scenarios with legal and risk management experts.
In-Person Events
Catch us at… Idaho Outdoors Conference 2025
We’re honored that the Idaho Outfitters & Guides Association asked Cornerstone to talk about managing and investigating employee complaints. Dave will be joined by Megan Martins, founder of NOVA HCM, to discuss ways business owners and managers can respond to internal incidents between staff.
This will be our first year attending the conference, and we’ll have a booth at the trade show. Stop on by!
Catch us at… America Outdoors Conference 2025
America Outdoors Conference & Outfitter Expo, the premier national event for outdoor recreation providers and enthusiasts! This event is tailored for owners and managers of outdoor and outfitter organizations, offering a wealth of educational sessions, roundtable discussions, networking opportunities, and a dynamic trade show.
This will be our second year as active contributors to the AO conference. Cornerstone will be presenting an educational session along with having a booth at the trade show. Stop on by!
Past Webinars and Events
Hosted by: Cornestone Safety Group
Webinar…Clarity in Chaos: Building Trust with Families in Crisis
Does your heart race when it’s your turn to call a family during a critical incident? Turn that anxiety into confidence and discover a proven 3-phase communication system that transforms difficult emergency calls into trust-building conversations. Learn how to calm emotions, deliver clear updates, and guide families through even the toughest moments with compassion and control. Equip yourself and your team with the tools to handle any call with professionalism and empathy.
Hosted by: Cornestone Safety Group
Webinar…FIELD Approach: A Practical Framework for Navigating Conflict
Meet Cornerstone’s newest Advisor, Barret Fabris (Culture & Conflict Advisor), as he introduces a simple yet powerful four-step approach to managing tension in a variety of scenarios. Participants will learn how to recognize conflict cues, ask curious questions, clarify intent, and practice reflective listening. Through interactive exercises, they will apply FIELD strategies at both the individual and organizational level to build healthier communication and stronger team culture. This session equips professionals with tools they can use immediately to turn conflict into an opportunity for growth.
Hosted by: Cornestone Safety Group & Shannon Lofdahl of TravMark Insurance
Navigating Travel Insurance in a Changing Landscape
Cornerstone was joined by Shannon Lofdahl from TravMark, discussing trends in the industry and important considerations for travelers heading into they busy summer season.
Topics included:
Considerations for visa or green card holders
Travel insurance tips for U.S. citizens traveling abroad
Financial protections amid changing disruptions
Hosted by: Cornestone Safety Group & Luc Mehl of Triple Point Training
Navigating Nature’s Risks: Using Innovative Tools for Safer Outdoor Programs
Cornerstone Safety Group and guest speaker Luc Mehl, award-winning educator and backcountry expert, host an information-packed webinar on assessing and managing field risks for programs operating outdoors and in remote environments. Designed for leaders and team members at all levels of travel and experiential education companies, this session provides an overview of ways to use tools to track and monitor weather, regional events, and air quality metrics—empowering teams to identify and address potential hazards before they impact your programs.
Covered during this session:
Leveraging Windy.com to evaluate environmental risks and make informed decisions.
Using Windy.com’s weather stations and global models to assess past, present, and future weather patterns.
Interpreting severe weather warnings for droughts, fires, and extreme conditions.
Hosted by: Maureen MacConnell, Mental Health Director & Teresa Jennings, Mental Health Advisor at Cornerstone Safety Group
Managing Difficult Conversations in the Travel Industry
From one-on-one discussions to team dynamics and policy-level dialogues, this session will provide practical tools to foster empathy, resilience, and constructive communication in medium-intensity scenarios. Covered during this session:
Empathy in Action: Build environments that encourage positive risk-taking.
One-on-One Techniques: Master foundational skills for empathy and clarity.
Policy-Level Strategies: Explore ways to handle larger conversations about policies or sociopolitical stressors with respect and accountability.
Real-Life Scenarios: Practice applying these skills.
2025 Leadership Retreat
January 21-24, 2025
Scottsdale, AZ
2025 Leadership Retreat
What a great event (as always) with over 20 attendees participating in our annual members-only Leadership Retreat!
We created a unique retreat experience utilizing multiple properties as “base houses” in a charming Scottsdale neighborhood. This informal atmosphere allowed deep connections to be formed among CEOs and business leaders along with the opportunity to be vulnerable and seek support without hesitation or competition. Our sessions were crafted to address the unique challenges in the travel and experiential education industry focused on leadership, team management, business growth, and risk management.