St Helen's Hotel · Dublin · October 8–11, 2026
The
Chieftains
An invitation-only gathering of 30 of the world's most serious leaders. No stages. No panels. No keynotes. Just wisdom in the room.
What Is The Chieftains?
This is not a conference. It's a gathering.
Thirty leaders. Four days. One ancient city. The Chieftains is built around the idea that the most powerful thing a leader can do is be in a room with other serious leaders — no agenda, no performance, no selling.
Dermot Buffini has spent 26 years coaching CEOs. He knows what changes people — and it's rarely a keynote. It's a conversation. This event is designed to create those conversations.
What's Included
Four days that change how you lead.
St Helen's Hotel
Luxury accommodation in one of Dublin's finest Georgian estates. 4 nights included.
All Meals & Events
Every meal, every evening event, every experience — fully curated and included.
Golf at Portmarnock
A round at one of Ireland's most historic links courses. Optional but unforgettable.
Leadership Workshops
Intimate sessions with Dermot on strengths, vision, and the Chieftains Framework.
Peer Mastermind
Structured peer sessions. Real problems. Real answers. From people who've been there.
Your 90-Day Plan
You leave with a written plan. Not just inspiration — a real next step.
The Programme
October 8–11, 2026
Day 1 · Thursday
October 8
- Arrival & Welcome Reception
- Opening Dinner at St Helen's
- Introductions & Setting Intentions
Day 2 · Friday
October 9
- Strengths Deep Dive Workshop
- Peer Mastermind — Morning
- Afternoon at Leisure / Golf
- Chieftains Dinner
Day 3 · Saturday
October 10
- Vision & Goals Workshop
- Peer Mastermind — Afternoon
- Dublin City Experience
- Gala Evening
Day 4 · Sunday
October 11
- Your 90-Day Plan Session
- Closing Ceremony
- Departures
Who It's For
Serious leaders only.
CEOs and founders of companies doing $5M–$500M+
Leaders who are serious about growth — not just motivated
People who want to be in a room with peers, not an audience
Those willing to be honest about where they're stuck
Not for:
People looking for a motivational weekend
Those who aren't ready to be challenged
Networkers who want to collect business cards
"The Chieftains wasn't a conference. It was a conversation I'd been waiting years to have."
— Founder, $80M Company
Investment
$9,995
Per person · All-inclusive
Accommodation · All meals · All events · Golf · Workshops · Your 90-Day Plan
30 places available. Applications reviewed within 48 hours.
Express Your Interest
Ready to claim your place?
Tell us a little about yourself. We'll be in touch within 48 hours.