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Are you a leader, entrepreneur and/or visionary ready for your next level of personal and professional leadership?
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Do you seek more than just traditional success - do you crave more depth and intentionality, closer relationships with the people you love, inner peace, and a quiet confidence that isn't tied to how much you 'achieve’?
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Have you done a lot of conventional leadership training and are now seeking an experience that honors who you are as a multi-faceted human being, not just a high performer?
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Are you open to receiving more of what you love and expanding how good life can really be?
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Are you inspired to be part of a community of conscious, heart-centered leaders transforming their lives, doing deep inner work and making a difference in the world?
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Are you ready for a breathtaking adventure and creating memories for a lifetime?
If YES, the ALIGN Leadership Program is for you!
Watch the video of our 2024 MACHU PICCHU Edition below:
Program Dates
ALIGN Leadership Program Launch Weekend (virtual)
5 and 6 december 2026
International Graduation Retreat in peru
12 to 20 may 2027
THE ALIGN LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
ALIGN Leadership Programs by Mountains and Marathons are for executives, entrepreneurs and leaders who are committed to making a difference in the world and living their most authentic and fulfilled lives.
It includes six months of holistic coaching and a graduation retreat in a beautiful location where you embark on an unforgettable experience that will connect you more deeply with yourself, the awe of nature, your coaches and the other program participants.
For our upcoming edition of ALIGN, the graduation takes you to one of the most remarkable ancient sites in the world: Machu Picchu in Peru!
Program Outcomes
“I came in wanting to shift how I showed up as a leader. What I got was a program that transformed my entire life.”
“I’m more grounded and in tune with myself now — I don’t find myself reacting in ways that create fallout in my relationships. I stay anchored, and the people closest to me say they feel safer around me because of it.
I do a lot of physical challenges in my life. This program compressed the self-understanding that normally comes in drips over years into a focused six-month window. I didn’t know that kind of growth was possible on that timeline.
THE ALIGN CURRICULUM
Program Structure
Your leadership coaching
The core of ALIGN
Your leadership coaches Jamin, Jen and Jordyn guide you through a transformative curriculum with highly tailored, high-touch coaching. The group coaching is the core of the program and is designed to empower you to create alignment and balance in all areas of your life. With the support of your coaches, you will access clarity on what you truly desire in life, clear what is no longer aligned for you, and become a powerful creator for yourself and the people you love.
Private 1:1 coaching
Tailored to what matters most to you
You also receive private 1:1 coaching. Your individual sessions are designed to meet you exactly where you are at, and work on what will make the biggest difference for you to achieve your program outcomes - so that you can fast-track your progress, and make the most out of your ALIGN journey.
Your team
Never alone on the journey
You become part of a team of leaders committed to living their potential and making a difference in the world. Get inspired and develop life-long friendships as you journey with an extraordinary community. ALIGN Leadership Programs have a maximum of 15 Members, which ensures you get high levels of support and foster strong connections between all participants.
Your graduation retreat
The most epic adventure
You graduate your ALIGN Leadership Program with a 9-day international Retreat in Peru and trek to Machu Picchu with your team members and coaches. The Retreat facilitates the consolidation of your program and is designed to powerfully launch the next chapter of your personal leadership journey.
Your post-program integration
For lasting transformation
After Members graduate ALIGN, they often say, “this is just the beginning”. After the program officially completes, we support you to integrate your transformation through complimentary Integration Coaching Sessions for an additional three months to ensure you take everything you have learned into your future. We also welcome you into our ALIGN Graduate Community where you get to connect with other extraordinary participants from all around the world and invite you to Graduate-exclusive opportunities and adventures.
Your Coaches
JEN ZIEGNER
CO-CREATOR OF MOUNTAINS AND MARATHONS, LEADERSHIP COACH
Jen is the Co-Founder and Leadership Coach of Mountains and Marathons and the ALIGN Leadership program.
For the last ten years, Jen has worked with leaders from Fortune 500 companies to national non-profit organizations across the US, Europe, Australia and the Middle East. She is certified in Strategic Intervention Coaching, Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy, SomatIQ Breathwork, and a Certified Pleasure Coach by Regena Thomashauer’s School of Womenly Arts. Jen brings a mix of her diverse training and own life experience from living her most aligned life to her coaching.
She has a degree in intercultural studies and an MSc in International Business. Before starting Mountains and Marathons, she worked with impact-driven businesses and social enterprises across Australia and Europe.
Jen is a stand for leaders to live and lead from the wisdom of their bodies, and develop the capacity to experience and enjoy the entire human experience.
JAMIN HEPPELL
CO-CREATOR OF MOUNTAINS AND MARATHONS, LEADERSHIP COACH
Jamin is the co-founder and leadership coach of Mountains and Marathons and the ALIGN Leadership program.
Jamin has coached the founders of multi-million dollar start-ups, leaders in real-estate, leaders in network marketing companies, corporate executives directors, ex-military, and many more.
Besides his passion and gift as a coach, Jamin has ran a marathon in 6 continents, summited Mount Kilimanjaro 9 times, completed 3 ultramarathons (one of which raising $10,000 for a Balinese charity during COVID) and is in the Guinness Book of World Records for being a participant in the world’s highest obstacle course race on Mount Kilimanjaro in September 2021.
Jamin is passionate about adventure, authentic communication, healing generational trauma, and exploring what it means to be a leader in this modern day.
JORDYN DAVIS
LEADERSHIP COACH
Jordyn is a Leadership Coach and Retreat Facilitator with Mountains and Marathons, bringing over 15 years of experience in coaching and leadership development. A forever student of life, she holds a BA in Philosophy and is a certified Trauma-Informed Coach, Somatic Practitioner, Neo Emotional Release® Facilitator, Yoga Teacher, and Vocal Sound Healing Practitioner.
Since graduating ALIGN herself in 2019, Jordyn transitioned from a successful career as a senior leader in Corporate America into this work, and has never looked back. Today, she guides mission-driven leaders through the kind of transformation that changes not just what they do, but how they live, who they are becoming, and the ripple effect they get to leave in the world. She is a true champion for the potential and possibility in every person she works with.
She has guided transformational retreats across five continents and believes that nature and the mountains are not just places to visit. They are teachers, mirrors, and powerful partners on the path of living in alignment.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT
The Graduation Retreat
Integrate, celebrate and graduate your ALIGN Leadership Program with an extraordinary adventure that will create memories for a lifetime: Trek to Machu Picchu in Peru!
The Journey Begins
Your 9-day Graduation Retreat begins in Cusco, Peru. You will be warmly welcomed at our boutique hotel where you will meet your ALIGN coaches and team in person for the first time! Once everyone has settled in at the hotel, you will begin reflecting on your transformational journey of ALIGN from the last 6 months, meet your trek guides, and prepare for the trek.
Trek to Machu Picchu
On the third day of our Retreat, we will begin our 6-day trek to Machu Picchu via the Salkantay Trek and Inca Trail. Our route combines the best of these two world-famous trails, guided by ethical guiding company ENIGMA. On our way, we will cross high mountain passes and visit ancient sites while you get to connect deeply with your team mates as we edge closer to the Sun Gate of Machu Picchu.
The Next Phase
After spending time fully soaking in and exploring at Machu Picchu, we will make our way back to our hotel in Cusco. During your final day of our retreat, we focus on integrating the experience of the trek and the entire ALIGN Program, as well as preparing you to step into the next phase of your leadership journey when you land back home to your family and community. This is only just the beginning!
Watch the video of our ALIGN LEADERSHIP PROGRAM • KILIMANJARO 2022 Edition!
Testimonials
What our Graduates say
Karina Ayala Bermejo
Machu Picchu 2026 Edition
“This is for anyone at the edge of transformation, ready to figure out who they are or who they want to become. People who’ve always excelled but wanted more. Anyone adventurous, willing to push their limits, even those with self-doubt about the physical challenge (I had it too — you can do it, I did).”
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“Jamin, Jen, and Jordyn each bring their own gem of knowledge and wisdom — gentle yet firm, inspirational yet visionary. Together they ground us in the tools we’ve learned and push us to think about what we’re actually committing to long after the retreat ends. This isn’t a six-month experience — it’s a lifelong practice.”
“As a leader, this program transformed how I show up for myself and for others. My team feels the difference. My family feels the difference. I can now hold the full range of my emotions while still having clarity about where I want to take my team. I’m a cancer survivor, and this program let me push myself physically, spiritually, and relationally at exactly the right time — to reach for my highest potential and be fully present.”
Jamil Downey
Machu Picchu 2026 Edition
“Saying yes was easy. I’d been focused on personal growth for two years, and the chance to do that work in a once-in-a-lifetime setting made it a no-brainer. The program let me revisit work I’d already started through a new lens, reframe it, and see what other areas of my life it could touch — doing it on a schedule made new concepts easier to absorb and then bring back to the group each week.”
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“The biggest impact the program had on me was in my relationships. I have some that don’t need tweaking, and others where I hadn’t been showing up as my most authentic self. The program gave me tools to communicate the feeling itself — clearly and productively — rather than just the raw emotion in the moment, which has been the most noticeable shift to the people in my life. I’ve spent most of my life in my head, methodical about every word — great in a boardroom, less great across the dinner table. Practicing vulnerability in the safety of the weekly group meetups gave me reps before I had to have harder conversations with people I care about, and real feedback on how my approach lands.”
“We came from wildly different places, and I’ve learned something from every single person — 11 other points of view I greatly respect, absorbed and integrated in a way adult life rarely allows.”
Joe Repay
Patagonia Marathon 2022 Edition
“t just grabbed me that there was this inspiring program that was going to bring people together to do amazing things, which fulfilled a lot of enjoyment for me in a time that I needed to level up in my life.”
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“The biggest impact the program has had on me is there has been a leveling-up in my personal relationships, especially my relationship with my wife and my family, as well as my business.”
“Living in Alignment means following my heart in my external actions. We found that through this program, and having this team, that having the support and hearing other people’s stories helps everyone who is part of that to gain some bravery through the collective. To level up.”
Mike Kissack
Machu Picchu 2024 Edition
“Life before the ALIGN program was really good, but I was in a process of going through a huge transition of selling a business that I had owned for 18 years. There was a lot of anxiety wrapped up in that, a lot of uncertainty about what the future was to hold.”
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“There is so much that goes into living in alignment. It encompasses all aspects of my life. It’s living with ease. It’s listening to my intuition. I look at where I can go, and what I can create.”
“Being part of a group like this is a beautiful thing, because we all shared a common theme of seeking for more. When you have that common ground, the possibilities are really limitless on how people can grow. It creates this beautiful space for people to be themselves.”
Lacy Dicharry
Machu Picchu 2026 Edition
“I’m a leader, a mom, someone who holds a lot of space for others — so trusting the skill and expertise of Jamin, Jen, and Jordyn let me finally put everything else down and show up as just me, knowing it would be held and worked through in a way I don’t have anywhere else in my life. I said halfway through the program that I’d already gotten my money’s worth. The trip itself became the bonus.”
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“I came in wanting to change how I led and how I showed up as a leader. What I got was so much more — it transformed parts of me I didn’t know needed transforming, and helped me release beliefs about love, relationships, motherhood, and the limits society tells us we have to live within. It wasn’t what I came for, and it was exactly what I needed. I’m leaving as a new beginning.”
“I would recommend this program to any high-level leader seeking more depth — someone who knows there’s more out there and isn’t sure where to find it. This program will take you deeper and farther than you’ve ever been. Just do it. It’s worth everything. I came in wanting to shift how I showed up as a leader. What I got was a program that transformed my entire life.”
Wendy Wheat
Kilimanjaro 2026 Edition
“Life before ALIGN was very hectic. I have a very demanding profession and I have always put everything into my work, not allowing myself to have any personal energy left. Since joining ALIGN, I have picked up some concepts that have helped me to be able to have some separation. It has resulted in more balance in my life and I’m a better mom, co-worker, and leader because of it.”
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“The impact on my life from the program has been so much more than just professionally or work related. It’s been the full picture. It understanding how I think and having the space and encouragement to feel into who I am, and how I feel.”
“It gave me hope in people again. The connections that I have come from this program are going to last the rest of my life and that makes me so excited because the people are amazing.”
What's Included
INCLUDED IN THE SIX-MONTH ALIGN LEADERSHIP PROGRAM • MACHU PICCHU 2027 EDITION
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The most current ALIGN Leadership Program Curriculum
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Individual 1:1 Kickoff Session
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Group leadership coaching - 18 sessions for up to 2 hours each
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Individual leadership coaching - 10 sessions for 1 hour each
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Voice and text message coaching from your coaches between coaching sessions
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A 9-day all-inclusive Graduation Retreat in Peru, centered around trekking to Machu Picchu (includes boutique accommodation in Cusco before and after the trek, three meals each day, any activities during the retreat)
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Trek to Machu Picchu via the world-famous Inca Trail and Salkantay Trek, led by experienced local guides
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Retreat facilitation and coaching led by Mountains and Marathons leadership coaches
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Integration support after your Graduation - 3 monthly private coaching sessions
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Exclusive access to the private Mountains and Marathons Graduate Community for ongoing connection between Members and coaches and exclusive invitations
*International flights to and from Peru are not included
Who Align is For
You have experienced a degree of personal development, coaching and/or leadership training before.
You are excited about being part of a team of extraordinary leaders and are willing to contribute to others.
You are ready and willing to focus on and fully commit to living your most extraordinary life.
You are open to making changes to your life and understand that the magic of ALIGN happens when you take action.
You are okay with temporary discomfort and challenging moments in service to living a more fulfilling life.
You are inspired to make a difference to the people around you and to be of service.
You are hungry for a profound experience in nature, and creating memories that will last a lifetime.
You know you do not need this, but you are really excited to be part of it!
"THIS WAS THE BEST INVESTMENT OF TIME AND MONEY THAT I HAVE EVER MADE IN MY LIFE"
Oussama Yousfi, Kilimanjaro 2020
Join us!
THE ALIGN LEADERSHIP PROGRAM IS A HIGHLY TAILORED, HIGH-TOUCH COACHING PROGRAM.
There are 3 steps to join the Machu Picchu 2027 Edition:
SCHEDULE AN INTRODUCTION CALL
Click on "Inquire Now", fill out the short form and choose a time for your Introduction Call with one of our leadership coaches.
CALL WITH ONE OF OUR LEADERSHIP COACHES
In your Exploration Call, you will get to know one of the ALIGN Leadership Coaches and have all your questions answered.
COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION
If your participation in the program is aligned for you and for us, you will be invited to register. Congratulations!
FAQ
Here are the main ways that ALIGN is different and distinct from most other programs:
(1) A holistic approach to leadership – We don’t distinguish between your personal and professional life, but teach tools to live in deeper alignment that can be applied to every life area.
(2) An extraordinary community – Inside ALIGN, you get connected to a group of outstanding leaders from all walks of life. Even (and especially!) people who were initially apprehensive about the group aspect of the program, have graduated saying that this was one of their favorite parts of the program.
(3) The most epic graduation! – You get to celebrate your graduation trekking to Machu Picchu in Peru! Do we need to say more?
A big part of what makes ALIGN special is the intimacy of the group, and the deep connection created between participants. In addition to the group coaching, ALIGN also involves high-touch, tailored 1:1 coaching (*only with Premium). This is why we limit the number of participants to a maximum of 15 per program.
We care about who you are and are inspired to be in the world much more than your current job title. This is why we say ALIGN is for ‘entrepreneurs, executives and leaders’. If you are a leader in life, have big aspirations, and everything about ALIGN lights you up, then, yes, absolutely apply!
ALIGN is about self-leadership in every area of life. The program is very holistic in its approach, and everything we teach about alignment can be applied and translate to all personal and professional areas of life.
Regardless of whether you choose to work on specific work-related themes in your individual coaching or more personal things – we consistently see our Members become more powerful leaders who can guide themselves and their teams through even the most challenging situations and navigate whatever life throws at them with grace and confidence.
Absolutely! In fact, many of our Members have families or are single parents. From our experience, people in this circumstance often have a harder time justifying this kind of investment of financial and time resources into themselves – and every Member who does, we see the most remarkable transformations in who they are becoming for themselves and their families. It’s one of the most special parts of our work.
As long as you can organize to be mostly undisturbed for your coaching sessions and are able to be fully present for the Graduation Retreat, you are good to go!
You can roughly expect to have an average of 30min to 60min of content to watch, two hours of live calls, and one more hour for homework each week. The beauty of ALIGN is that the majority of the leadership coaching homework will happen directly in your life, not in addition to everything you are already committed to.
This does not include your fitness training, which will vary person to person, depending on your goals.
If you can’t be present for the dates of the virtual launch weekend (December 5 and 6), inquire anyways and we can speak through the options in your Exploration Call.
If you cannot be fully present in Peru for the Graduation Retreat in May, you are unfortunately not able to participate in this edition of ALIGN. We recommend you sign up for our newsletter to find out about our upcoming programs.
Yes! While most of our ALIGN Members are from the US, we also have Graduates in Australia, Europe and the UAE.
Please make sure you indicate your time zone in your application so that we can speak through possible implications on group call scheduling and discuss availabilities with you.
Of course! And – It is important that every individual chooses ALIGN for themselves first, not because someone else is doing it. This program requires everyone to be fully in and fully committed.
We also encourage you to ask yourself whether you will be able to open up fully with someone you already know as part of the team. If that’s a YES, this can be a beautiful opportunity to go through a life-changing six-month adventure together with your partner or friend and strengthen your bond.
If there are two or more of you who would like to join, mention this is in your application and ask us for a special bonus!
The investment for the ALIGN Leadership Program, Machu Picchu 2027 Edition, is up to $22k USD. We will share all details and options with you in your Intro Call.
All coaching sessions are hosted via Zoom. You can schedule your individual coaching sessions at a time that is convenient for you. The standing time for group coaching sessions will be determined together with the whole group prior to program start to ensure we have a time when everyone can participate.
Wherever your fitness is at the start of your ALIGN Leadership Program, your fitness coach will support you to have the required level of fitness by the time we get to Peru. This means your commitment to following the plan and being coachable is more important than your fitness level right now.
While the hike to Machu Picchu involves several hours of hiking every day, it is well doable with good general health and fitness and requires no technical skills. Altitude affects everyone differently and you might experience temporary altitude sickness symptoms when we move towards our maximum altitude of 15,200ft on the Salkantay Pass, yet this should subside as soon as we descend.
If you have any injuries that might prevent you from being able to hike for several hours each day, send us a message and we can speak through your individual circumstances.
As our Members have said over and over – The Graduation is only the beginning! After your Retreat, we have one individual and one group Completion Session, which formally completes your ALIGN Leadership Program.
Thereafter, we offer you three months of complimentary integration coaching support through monthly Integration Coaching Sessions. We also welcome you into our growing community of extraordinary Graduates from all over the world and you will be invited to exclusive Graduate opportunities.
If your questions are simple and of a logistical nature, send us an email to [email protected].
If you would like to discuss your individual situation and ask more detailed questions, submit and inquiry and schedule your Exploration Call so we can answer them directly.
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