Spring Refresh Committee

The Annual HiPower Spring Refresh is the first event of the year where all HiPower Alumni come together to work on concrete ways to increase our visibility — and then have a few drinks and catch up with one another!

Spring refresh Mission Statement

The mission of the Spring Refresh is to reconnect, rejuvenate, and reenergize the HiPower community through intentional programming. Held annually each spring, this event is designed to be a meaningful touchpoint between the annual Ignite conference and other HiPower programming.

The Committee organizes and executes in-person gatherings in our two largest centers of gravity—the Bay Area, California and Austin, Texas—and ensures the inclusion of the rest of our community through a virtual component. Whether attending in person or virtually, members come together for a vibrant mix of conversation, collaboration, and celebration. We are intentional about designing the virtual experience to be inclusive, interactive, and engaging, so all members feel seen and part of the moment—no matter their location.

spring refresh Committee Obligations

The HiPower Board sets the date of the Spring Refresh before the end of the year prior to the event.

The Spring Refresh Committee Members are responsible for the following:

  • Concept & Theme Development: Create an annual theme and guiding experience goals for the event (e.g., renewal, courage, celebration).

  • Venue Selection & Coordination: Secure a welcoming venue in the Bay Area, California and in Austin, Texas that supports the experience goals. Coordinate vendor logistics and on-site needs.

  • Programming Design: Develop, and propose to the HiPower board for approval, an agenda that prioritizes connection (guided networking, icebreakers, member-led activities) but also includes some content aligned to the overall purpose and mission of HiPower

  • Outreach and Promotion: Promote the event to current HiPower executive members through Mobilize, email, and other member-specific social channels.

  • RSVP and Guest Management: Track attendance and communicate key information to participants in advance (e.g., agenda, location, parking, attire).

  • Swag and Signage: Coordinate any branded giveaways or event signage as needed (e.g., HiPower notebooks, candles, name tags).

  • Onsite Hosting and Facilitating: Greet members, manage the flow of the event, ensure all presenters are available, ready and have the material and equipment they require for their parts in the event, facilitate the event, and serve as event ambassadors throughout the program.

  • Follow-up and Feedback: Send a thank-you note to attendees, share photos or takeaways, and gather feedback to improve future Spring Refresh events.