Lynn Schauwecker

Lynn Schauwecker

Managing Director

With an extensive fundraising and marketing background, Lynn began working for Tibet House US in 1999 in Development as well as heading up the Annual Tibet House US Benefit Auction.

In 2004 she organized the Global Women’s Gathering at Menla which initiated the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers. She has continued to work on special projects at Menla, including the Longevity Conference with His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the Art of Living and Dying Conference, the Kogi & Native American Gathering, and the Creation to Completion Grandmothers Council event. Lynn is currently serving as the Managing Director of Menla and Dewa Spa. Since 2015, she has worked directly with Nena Thurman to oversee all therapists, trainings, spa getaways and helping the staff create a uniquely healing experience at the Dewa Spa. Since 2018, she has also been working alongside Michael Burbank, helping with the overall scope of management, marketing, programming, and staffing among many other things as Managing Director.

“Menla is one of my favorite retreat centers in the world. The natural beauty, the wonderful staff and great accommodations always make the experience of leading a retreat effortless and graceful. The blessings of HH Dalai Lama and many other Great Beings who have been there usher us into our own True Nature with joy and ease.”

Krishna Das

“The genius is in the details of this place. Simple . elegant and chic. The food is always creative, delicious and healthy. The staff is right on. There is nothing they won’t do to make you comfortable. And then there’s the Spa. It’s the big embrace when you walk through the door. The whole place is a huge container of LOVE.”

Elaine Mackle

“I went to the Dr. Nida and Robert Thurman rejuvenating retreat. What a life changing experience. I feel so much better after just a week. The food is amazing, the spa is too good to be true. I love this hidden gem in the Catskills. I probably shouldn’t review this place—too many people might find out about it…”

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