Creator of Spaces for
People to Thrive
Founder, Wild Rice Retreat
Real Estate Developer
Wellness Consultant
Speaker, Advisor and Mentor
Yoga Teacher & Retreat Leader
"When nothing is certain, anything is possible."
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"When nothing is certain, anything is possible." 〰️
Heidi’s Essence
As a creator, I envision the art of the possible and lead with intention, authenticity and purpose.
As a builder, I am passionate about creating a more beautiful world filled with spaces for healing and growth.
As an advisor, I help individuals and companies build intentional wellness programming for authentic experiences that truly drive guest transformation
As a teacher, I believe we can create a more joy-filled and compassionate world.
As a lifelong learner, I am curious about how we can explore creatively, move thoughtfully and develop better spaces and places where we can thrive.
As a leader, I empower people to connect back to their highest selves through transparent and honest talk about our challenges, wisdom and strength.
About Heidi
Heidi Zimmer is a visionary leader in intentional wellness programming, destination retreat design, and experiential hospitality. Heidi brings decades of experience in crafting healing environments that connect people to nature, creativity, and purposeful living. Her expertise in both real estate development and holistic guest experiences pioneered a new way to travel in the Midwest beyond traditional hospitality. Her intentionality around space creation and thoughtfully designed wellness-focused programming inspires clarity over complexity and fosters deep human connection.
Prior to launching Wild Rice Retreat, Heidi served as Senior VP of Real Estate for Artspace Projects, Inc. for 14 years. During her tenure, her team developed over 1,000 units of artist live/work housing and arts centers throughout the United States valued at over $750 Million in real estate. Heidi is a 500 hr. Certified Yoga Teacher and personally enjoys teaching and leading retreats.
ABOUT HEIDI
Heidi Zimmer is a visionary leader in intentional wellness programming, destination retreat design, and experiential hospitality. Heidi brings decades of experience in crafting healing environments that connect people to nature, creativity, and purposeful living. Her expertise in both real estate development and holistic guest experiences pioneered a new way to travel in the Midwest beyond traditional hospitality. Her intentionality around space creation and thoughtfully designed wellness-focused programming inspires clarity over complexity and fosters deep human connection.
Prior to launching Wild Rice Retreat, Heidi served as Senior VP of Real Estate for Artspace Projects, Inc. for 14 years. During her tenure, her team developed over 1,000 units of artist live/work housing and arts centers throughout the United States valued at over $750 Million in real estate. Heidi is a 500 hr. Certified Yoga Teacher and personally enjoys teaching and leading retreats.
Conversations that move people forward
Heidi speaks with candor, warmth, and practical insight about building bold ideas, leading through uncertainty, wellness hospitality, real estate development, entrepreneurship, and creating places where people can thrive. Listen to one of her podcasts to learn more!
Press
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In 2026 Oprah Daily named Wild Rice Retreat one of the top 58 Wellness Resorts in the World - We are so honored to be on this prestigeous list!
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Readers Choice Award 2025,2024,2023
Voted 3 years in a Row! Best in the Midwest: Wild Rice Retreat and Best Destination Spa U.S.
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Power Down: Explore a female-founded wellness retreat. Wild Rice Retreat offers a relaxing respite on the shores of Lake Superior.
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Travel expert Mark Ellwood joins Hoda & Jenna to share perfect fall getaway ideas - including Wild Rice Retreat!
Wild Rice Retreat
Wild Rice Retreat is a modern retreat destination. A year-round respite on the shores of Lake Superior in Bayfield, WI, Wild Rice Retreat brings a new, transformational way to travel. Founded on the pillars of expression, movement, and nourishment, Wild Rice offers guests both personal travel and group retreats that nurture individual creativity and human development, nature-based healing and support for rest and well-being
Work With Me
Superior Living Arts Consulting
Heidi provides consulting for Intentional Wellness Programming for Hotels & Resorts: Where Healing Spaces Drive Guest Transformation
Zimmer Real Estate Development
With over 30 years of real estate development experience in the area of land development, housing, hospitality, wellness space planning and community development. Heidi provides advisory services and entrepreneurial mentorship to select clients helping bring your dream idea to a reality.
Team Retreats
Retreats are an opportunity for inspiration, rejuvenation, self-exploration, and connection. Heidi provides select companies opportunities assist your next group retreat, team retreat, or special event to experience first hand the art of well-being and creating intentional programming for your guests and groups.
Classes & Workshops
Sign up for weekly, online, virtual yoga classes and workshops. Are you hosting your own wellness meeting or workshop? Request Heidi’s teachings in-person or virtually.
“Heidi’s classes are the highlight of my week. Her flows are beautifully crafted and I leave feeling equally calm and energized. She creates clarity, beauty and spreads joy. It’s impossible to take a class with her and not feel better about yourself and the world. My body and breath always thank me for showing up.”
— Paula S.