– July 17 - 20, 2024 –

2024 ALPS BAR LEADERS RETREAT

Get ready to ROCK THE BAR!

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We're so excited to host you!

We can’t wait to welcome you for the 2024 Bar Leaders Retreat. For over 30 years, ALPS has hosted the bi-annual Bar Leaders Retreat at our headquarters in Missoula, MT. In 2024, we are thrilled to amp up this tradition. Immerse yourself in Montana’s vibrant heritage while you connect with fellow bar community colleagues, learn more about ALPS, and be inspired by a lineup of exceptional speakers and local musicians.

Register today to reserve your spot!

SPEAKER LINEUP

Susan Carns Curtiss BW

Susan Carns Curtiss

Founder and CEO of GIRL ATTORNEY, LLC
Inspired by her experiences as one of the few female lawyers in a predominantly male-dominated field, Susan founded GIRL ATTORNEY, an online community, with the goal of empowering and uplifting women attorneys in their professional journeys. Now with over 36,000 members across all 50 states GIRL ATTORNEY is a testament to the power of women and community. 
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SUPAMAN

Hiphop Artist and Fancy War Dancer
“Supaman” Is Christian Takes Gun Parrish, an award winning Native American dancer and innovative hip hop artist who has dedicated his life to empowering and spreading a message of hope, pride and resilience through his original art form.
Ann Moderie BW

Ann Moderie

Lawyer and Youth Advocate

Ann is a fifth generation Montanan and second generation attorney who has proudly served her community members for the last 25 years in her law practice. Ann has handled a wide variety of civil cases in state district court, federal court, tribal court, administrative agencies, the Montana Supreme Court, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.  Ann has committed her practice to fighting for justice for victims of wrongdoers. Her work on behalf of children who were harmed or lost their lives while attending “troubled teen” programs around the nation was recently featured in the Netflix documentary, The Program.

Jeff Brandt

Jeff Brandt

Adjunct Assistant Professor - University of Montana
Jeff Brandt, is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Montana and has one of the best jobs at the university - teaching the popular History of Rock & Roll course. Before this role, he was an Adjunct Percussion Instructor in Tacoma, Washington, and has performed in various music genres alongside both local and renowned musicians. Jeff lives in Missoula, Montana, with his wife, three kids, and four cats. He enjoys reading, French wine, neatness, DIY projects, the color orange, and dreams of consequence-free waffle indulgence. 
Troy De Baca BW

Troy De Baca

Inventor, Entrepreneur, Solutionist & Founder of The Silk Screen Machine

Troy De Baca, is a recovered heroin addict (27 years clean) who shares what it takes to smash through overwhelming, mentally-defeating thought processes to accomplish anything you set your mind to. As an entrepreneur, inventor and unbridled creative, Troy epitomizes the expression, “I’ll work 80 hours a week to avoid working 40 hours a week.” Conceived in a dream and brought to life in Denver, The Silk Screen Machine has gone from “gonzo retail to experiential marketing” with on-the-ground teams in San Diego, Los Angeles and Nashville. They have elevated events for the likes of Google, Apple, Red Bull, Amazon, Nike and more.  Troy explores the processes that helped grow a 7-figure niche marketing business and the courage to rationally understand the fears that stand in the way of personal development and accomplishing massive dreams and goals.

Nick C BW

Nick Checota

Founder, Owner and President | Logjam Presents

Nick Checota is the founder and president of Logjam Presents, an entertainment promotion and production company headquartered in Missoula, Montana.  Nick also owns and operates the Top Hat Lounge, a full-service restaurant and catering company in Missoula, Montana, and Groove Solventless, a recreational cannabis company located in Columbia Falls, Montana. Related to the Logjam Presents operations, Nick owns two concert venues in Missoula -- the KettleHouse Amphitheater and the Wilma Theater and two concert venues in the Bozeman market -- the Rialto and the newly constructed Elm. Nick’s personal interests include enduro motorcycling, music, skiing, camping and spending family time at his cabin on Swan Lake. 

Chris Newbold BW

Chris Newbold

Chief Operations Officer - ALPS
Chris L. Newbold is Chief Operating Officer of ALPS Corporation and ALPS Property & Casualty Insurance Company, positions he has held since 2007. As Executive Vice President, Chris oversees ALPS business development team, sales strategy and served as ALPS’ chief liaison into the bar association community until 2023.
Rio Peterson BW

Rio Peterson

Bar and Affinity Partnership Strategist
Rio is the Bar and Affinity Partnership Strategist at ALPS. In her role she works to build flourishing relationships with legal associations across the United States, and works passionately to educate lawyers on the importance of using technology and data to build better practices and drive the legal community forward. 

EVENT SCHEDULE

Wednesday

July 17th

3:00 - 5:00PM
Registration
Location: Florence Building - 6th Floor
5:00 - 7:00PM
Welcome Reception
Location: The Florence Building - Rooftop

Thursday

July 18th

6:30 - 8:30AM
Wellness Activities
Two optional activities

Hike the M with Chris Newbold | Meet in Residence Inn Lobby

Rooftop Oula Dance Workout with Instructor Ellie Demars, Florence Building Rooftop @ 6:30 am

9:00 - 9:15AM
Welcome/ Retreat Overview
Location: Florence Building - 6th Floor
9:15 AM - 10:00 am
Understanding and Appreciating ALPS and its Insurance Operations
David Bell, President and CEO of ALPS

Get to know the history, people, and products that make ALPS the got to for solo and small firm insurance solutions

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Break
Enjoy a selection of beverages and snacks 
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
History of Rock and Roll
Jeff Brandt, Adjunct Professor of Music, University of Montana
Dive deep into the history of rock and roll and how it has shaped the world as we know it.
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Walk to Caras Park
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM
Bandshell Performance by SUPAMAN
Christian Takes Gun Parish, Hip Hop Artist, Fancy War Dancer, Member of the Apsaalooke Nation

Enjoy Supaman’s one of a kind presentation combining Native culture, comedy and urban hip hop culture which dazzles audiences and captivates listeners.  

12:30 pm - 1:30 PM
Lunch at Caras Park
1:30 PM - 1:45 PM
Walk Back to Florence Building
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
From Court Docket to Docuseries on Netflix: Representing Children of "The Program"
Ann Moderie, Lawyer & Youth Advocate
Ann shares her experience representing parents of children sent to a Montana program for troubled teens. She discusses the abuse faced by children in these programs and the gross miscarriage of justice in allowing these programs to operate with little to no oversight.
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
River Rocks, A Vision for Missoula as a Music Hub
Nick Checota, Logjam Presents Founder, Owner and President.
Entrepreneur Nick Checota explores the history of Missoula's music scene and his journey to revitalizing live music venues around the city.
3:30PM
Wrap-Up
Location: Florence Building - 6th Floor
5:00 - 8:00PM
Party time!

Location: Kettlehouse Amphitheater

Friday

July 19th

6:30 - 8:30AM
Wellness Activities
Two optional activities

Hike the L with Chris Newbold | Meet in Residence Inn Lobby

Rooftop Pure Barre Class with Instructor Karli | Florence Building Rooftop @ 6:30 am

9:00 - 9:15AM
Opening Remarks / Announcements
Location: Florence Building - 6th Floor
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
The GIRL Power of Community
Susan Carns Curtiss, Founder and CEO of GIRL ATTORNEY, LLC
Discover how Susan created a community of women lawyers that has over 37,000 members and spans 50 states.
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Break
Enjoy a selection of  beverages and snacks
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
ALPS Office Tour + Staff Intros
Meet the incredible teams that make the ALPS magic happen
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Lunch
The Florence Building
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Not So Black and White - A Rock Star Entrepreneur's Journey
Troy De Baca, Inventor, Entrepreneur, Solutionist & Founder, The Silk screen Machine
Troy shares his experience battling addiction and discusses how a dream about a silk-screen machine changed his life.
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Rockin' The Bar: Partnership Session
Rio Laine
2:15 PM - 2:30 PM
Conclusion

Saturday

July 20th

8:00 AM
Fly Fishing Departure
8:00 AM
Missoula Farmers Market Opens
9:00 AM
Whitewater Rafting Departure
9:30 AM
Raptors of the Rockies Departure
12:00 PM
Basements & Back Alleys Tour Begins
12:00 PM
Lewis & Clark Trail Adventures Town Float Departure
 

The Location

Join us in beautiful Missoula, MT

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ALPS Head office - The Florence Building

111 N Higgins Ave,
Missoula, MT 59802

 

 

The Hotel

Residence Inn By Marriott

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Register Today To Reserve Your Spot!