About Clarity Uncorked
Born from the idea that the best conversations don't happen in conference rooms.
Embrace transformation amid Bordeaux's charm
Clarity Uncorked was born from the idea that the best conversations — the ones that change us — don't happen in conference rooms. They happen around a table, a glass in hand, in those moments when we drop the script and tell the truth about what's really going on.
That's exactly why we created Clarity Uncorked. Picture this: rolling vineyards, strolling local markets, long French dinners, and space to finally exhale.
Over days together, we'll uncork old stories, pour out what no longer serves us, and make room for connection, laughter, and clarity.
This isn't about quick fixes or self-help homework. It's about creating a retreat that feels like both an adventure and a homecoming — a chance to remember who you are and where you want to go, surrounded by women who get it.
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The inspiring folk on your journey
Meet the people guiding your experience at Clarity Uncorked.
Valerie Rivera
From a military career to earning her MBA at Stanford and founding a company that helps organizations thrive, Valerie's path has been one of courageous reinvention. Based in France, she creates space for women to slow down, savor the moment, and rediscover clarity.
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Jen Holt
Founder of Bright Finch Coaching, Jen brings nearly two decades in high-pressure national security and corporate environments and a personal understanding of rebuilding from burnout into alignment. She helps women pause, reflect, and chart new directions.
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Anna
Anna moved to France 30 years ago and co-founded Le Dix-Sept, a lively neighbourhood restaurant in the Bordeaux area. Her career spans Franco-British cultural relations, lecturing at the University of Bordeaux, and building her own company.
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Michael
Michael is co-founder and chef of Le Dix-Sept, trained in Alsace, with a background spanning commercial real estate, aviation, and organisational development for British Airways and KPMG. He combines culinary craft with a deep understanding of personal transformation.
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