Lynn Schauwecker

Lynn Schauwecker

Managing Director

Lynn Schauwecker brings over 25 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, and program development within the nonprofit and wellness sectors. She began her work with Tibet House US in 1999 in Development, where she helped spearhead the Annual Benefit Auction.

In 2004, Lynn organized the Global Women’s Gathering at Menla, which led to the formation of the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers. Since then, she has developed and produced numerous landmark programs at Menla, including the Longevity Conference with His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the Art of Living and Dying Conferences, and cross-cultural gatherings such as the Kogi & Native American Gathering and, most recently, the Sacred Bridge Gathering—bringing together Tibetan and Amazonian traditions.

As Managing Director of Menla and Dewa Spa, Lynn serves on the Management Team, overseeing programming, marketing, and overall operations. She collaborated closely with Nena Thurman over many years, contributing to the development of Dewa Spa, including the creation of integrative healing programs and the Dewa skincare line rooted in Traditional Tibetan science.

Building on this foundation, Lynn continues to guide Menla’s strategic vision, with a focus on long-term planning, fundraising initiatives, and innovative program development.

“Menla is deep in my heart… It’s a profoundly spiritual space, a little slice of Tibet right in the middle of nowhere. Pure mountain air, a walk in the woods, a deep tissue massage, a lounge in the infrared sauna… a morning seemed like a long luxurious weekend. I can’t wait to get back for some the best spa treatments I have ever had. An upstate mountain escape is essential for surviving the pace of NYC life.”

Clodagh of Clodagh Design

“A getaway you will treasure! Fresh air, silence, mountains, streams, mossy stones, pond, and trails. A break from the outside world. The staff is extra friendly, personable, and helpful. The food is grown on-site, fresh, and amazing. The accommodations are nice, clean, with diverse options. The perfect retreat location–go to Menla whenever you get the chance!”

Suzanne Norton

“It’s nature healing, every staff member super kind and making you feel right at home, the food was heavenly good! I’m deeply impressed and recommend anyone to pay a visit when in search of a peace of mind, to recharge and for those who wants to deeply (re)connect with their inner nature. The good spirits of the Catskill mountains are definitely highly active and working their magic on everyone who comes and goes. Went home deeply inspired, recharged and full of love.”

Joren Bruin

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