ESCAPE ARTIST PLAN B SUMMIT  |  ORLANDO  |  MARCH 6–7, 2027

Build Your Plan B in One Weekend.

Two days in Orlando with the attorneys, developers, bankers, and investors who actually live this. You will leave with a second residency shortlist, an international banking path, and a written 90-day action plan.

  • Saturday and Sunday, March 6–7, 2027
  • Orlando, Florida (venue announced soon)
  • Built for U.S. investors new to international diversification
  • Capped attendance for real speaker access
Reserve My Seat — $197

Price increases Monday, June 1 at 11:59pm ET.

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You already know the U.S. is one decision away from changing your life.

Tax policy, currency, political risk, healthcare costs, the next election, the next crisis. You have read the articles. You have thought about a Plan B. You have probably even Googled Portugal, Panama, or Paraguay at 11pm.

But every time you try to actually move on it, you hit the same wall: too many countries, too many programs, too many self-promoting “experts,” and no clear next step.

This summit fixes that in one weekend.

The Outcome

By Sunday afternoon, you will have:

1

A shortlist of two to three residency programs that fit your income, family, and timeline

2

A clear understanding of how U.S. citizens are actually taxed abroad (and the three legal structures that matter)

3

An international banking path you can open in the next 60 days

4

A real estate diversification framework: where to buy, where not to buy, and why

5

Direct introductions to the attorneys and licensed providers who can execute for you

6

A written 90-day action plan you build inside the room

Honest Fit Check

Who this weekend is built for — and who it isn’t.

This is built for you if:

  • You are a U.S./Canadian citizen or green card holder with investable assets
  • You have thought about a second residency, but never pulled the trigger
  • You want straight answers from operators, not a sales pitch from a relocation agency
  • You would rather spend one weekend getting clarity than two years getting confused online

This is not for you if:

  • You are looking for a tax dodge or anything that skirts U.S. reporting requirements
  • You want a free seminar with a hard backend pitch (this is a paid working summit, not a timeshare presentation)
The Agenda

Two days. Sixteen sessions. Zero filler.

Every session is built around one result you take home.

This is a predicted agenda modeled on the 2026 Las Vegas event. The final agenda will not be released until one month prior to the event. As speakers are confirmed, we will update ticket holders on a rolling basis. What will NOT change: the dates (March 6–7, 2027), the location (Orlando, FL), and the daily start/stop times (8:00 AM – 5:15 PM). Speakers, topics, and time slots subject to change.

Day 1 — Saturday, March 6

8:00 – 8:15 AM
Introduction
What you will get this weekend, how to use the sessions, and how to get answers fast.
8:15 – 9:15 AM
Joel Nagel — Asset Protection for a Dangerous World
The core legal building blocks that protect assets and reduce cross-border headaches before you move money or buy overseas.
9:15 – 10:00 AM
Michael K. Cobb — Buying Property Overseas: The 10 Questions Smart Buyers Ask First
A practical due-diligence framework to avoid the most common and expensive mistakes in international real estate.
10:00 – 10:30 AM
Break
10:30 – 11:15 AM
Joe Cronin — Health Coverage as Your Expat Safety Net
Why international health insurance matters when living abroad, and how to choose the right policy for your situation.
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Ryan L. Palmer — A Real Asset Strategy: Teak, Tangible Investing, and Residency Pathways
How a tangible-asset approach fits into a Plan B, including ownership realities, timelines, and residency-linked planning.
12:15 – 1:45 PM
Lunch (90 min)
1:45 – 2:30 PM
Rich Checkan — Gold and Silver: Protecting Wealth in an Unstable Economy
How experienced investors think about precious metals as part of a broader diversification plan, and what most people misunderstand.
2:30 – 3:00 PM
John H. Davis — Reinvention Abroad: Identity, Healing, and Building a New Chapter
A candid look at what changes (and what does not) when you rebuild your life abroad.
3:00 – 3:20 PM
Peter Zipper — International Structures and Global Banking Reality Check
The practical role of corporate structures and international banking, and how to think clearly about risk and compliance.
3:20 – 3:50 PM
Break
3:50 – 4:10 PM
Luigi Wewege — Offshore Banking: How It Works, What to Expect, What to Avoid
What offshore banking can and cannot do, how to qualify, and how to avoid friction.
4:10 – 5:15 PM
Plan B Panel — Live Q&A and Case Scenarios
Bring your situation. We pressure-test options in real time: residency, banking, investing, asset protection, and relocation sequencing.

Day 2 — Sunday, March 7

8:00 – 8:15 AM
Introduction
Day 2 reset: what to focus on today, and how to leave with an action plan.
8:15 – 9:00 AM
John F. Maisto — Two Americas: Geopolitics and the Case for Optionality
What shifting dynamics in the Americas mean for individuals and families building a Plan B, and how to think beyond the headlines.
9:00 – 10:00 AM
Joel Nagel — The Best Second Residency and Citizenship Programs in the World
How to evaluate residency and citizenship paths, common pitfalls, and what to do first so you do not waste months or years.
10:00 – 10:30 AM
Break
10:30 – 11:15 AM
International Tax Specialist — Tax Issues Living Abroad
Planning considerations for a financially portable life, taught by a CPA who specializes in U.S. expat and international tax.
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
MoneyCorp — Moving Money Internationally: FX, Transfers, and Hidden Costs
How to move money across borders efficiently, avoid unnecessary fees, and reduce friction across multiple currencies.
12:00 – 1:30 PM
Lunch (90 min)
1:30 – 2:00 PM
Dan Wilhelm — The Expat Learning Curve: Real Lessons From Years Abroad
What actually changes when you live abroad (systems, lifestyle, tradeoffs), and what to decide before you choose a country.
2:00 – 2:30 PM
Isha Sesay — Building a Life Abroad: Culture, Community, and the Real Transition
How to navigate identity, belonging, and daily life logistics when you are not just visiting, you are relocating.
2:30 – 3:15 PM
Michael K. Cobb — Beyond Borders: The Expat Lifestyle and Cultural Shifts
How to set expectations, avoid honeymoon bias, and build a life abroad that still works when it is no longer new.
3:15 – 3:45 PM
Break
3:45 – 4:15 PM
Alyssa Esquivel — Raising a Family Abroad: The Belize Reality Check
Education, community, and the everyday decisions that matter when you are building roots abroad with kids.
4:15 – 5:15 PM
All-Speakers Final Q&A (Closing)
Every speaker on stage together to answer your toughest questions across residency, tax, banking, real estate, asset protection, and lifestyle. The full bench in one room. Bring your situation, get answers from the people best positioned to help, and leave Sunday with a clear next step.
On Stage

The people on stage actually do this for a living.

No motivational speakers. No influencers. Operators, attorneys, developers, and investors who execute deals every week.

Dan Wilhelm
Dan Wilhelm
Escape Artist
What you will learn from them:

What actually changes when you live abroad and what to decide before you choose a country.

Isha Sesay
Isha Sesay
Escape Artist
What you will learn from them:

How to navigate identity, belonging, and the daily logistics of building a life abroad.

Michael K. Cobb
Michael K. Cobb
ECI Development
What you will learn from them:

A practical due-diligence framework for international real estate — the 10 questions smart buyers ask first.

Joel Nagel
Joel Nagel
International Attorney
What you will learn from them:

How to evaluate residency and citizenship paths, common pitfalls, and what to do first to avoid wasting years.

Luigi Wewege
Luigi Wewege
Caye International Bank
What you will learn from them:

What offshore banking can and cannot do, how to qualify, and how to avoid friction.

Peter Zipper
Peter Zipper
International Structures
What you will learn from them:

The practical role of corporate structures and international banking — risk, compliance, and clarity.

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Pricing

Honest pricing. No fake scarcity.

The price goes up on a published schedule. No flash sales, no “today only” tricks. If you want the lowest price, book early.

One honest tradeoff for the early-bird price: the exact venue is not yet confirmed. You are reserving your seat at the Plan B Summit in Orlando, Florida on March 6–7, 2027. The specific hotel will be announced to all ticket holders first, several months before the event, with plenty of time to book your room. Locking in early at $197 means trading certainty about the venue for the lowest price we will ever offer.

Live
Current price
$197
per seat
Next increase: Monday, June 1 at 11:59pm ET → $247

33 days until the next price increase.

Published Price Schedule

No flash sales. No “today only” tricks. The price goes up on these dates.

Date Single Couple
May 1 – May 31, 2026 Founders rate$197$296
Jun 1 – Jun 30, 2026$247$371
Jul 1 – Jul 31, 2026$297$446
Aug 1 – Aug 31, 2026$347$521
Sep 1 – Sep 30, 2026$397$596
Oct 1 – Oct 31, 2026$447$671
Nov 1 – Nov 30, 2026$497$746
Dec 1, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027$547$821
Jan 4 – Jan 31, 2027$597$896
Feb 1 – Feb 7, 2027$647$971
Feb 8 – Feb 14, 2027$677$1,016
Feb 15 – Feb 21, 2027$707$1,061
Feb 22 – Feb 28, 2027$737$1,106
Mar 1 – Mar 5, 2027$767$1,151
Mar 6, 2027 — Door$799$1,199

All increases hit at 11:59pm ET the night before. Couples = single × 1.5, rounded.

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Group of 4 or more? Email events@escapeartist.com for a group code.

Policy

Our refund and transfer policy, in plain English.

  • Full refund any time before Friday, December 6, 2026 at 11:59pm ET (90 days before the event). No questions, no fee.
  • After December 6, 2026: exchange your ticket for any future Escape Artist conference, or take a 50% cash refund.
  • Tickets are always fully transferable. Give your seat to a friend, colleague, or spouse. Send us the new attendee’s name by Friday, February 20, 2027 so we can print a proper badge. Email events@escapeartist.com.

Why we do not offer full refunds inside 90 days:

Once we are inside 90 days, we are committed. We have ordered food and beverage for both morning and afternoon breaks, locked in our room block based on confirmed headcount, printed materials, paid speaker travel, and turned away other attendees once we hit our cap. A late cancellation costs us real money we cannot recover, which is why we offer the exchange or the 50% option instead of forcing a hard “no.” We think that is fair to both sides.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Most of the room will be in exactly the same place. Day 1 is built to bring complete beginners up to speed without wasting the time of people who are further along.
No. Speakers are there to teach, not sell from stage. There is no “back of room” close. If you want to talk to a specific provider after a session, we will introduce you. That is it.
No. Everything taught is fully compliant with U.S. reporting requirements. Our tax sessions are taught by licensed U.S. CPAs and Attorneys.
Both full days of sessions, including refreshments available throughout the day. There will also be a morning and afternoon 30 minute break with an assortment of snack/food options. Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner are not included in the ticket price. Conference location will be conveniently located to dining options.
Hotel, flights, and meals. We will publish a recommended hotel block with a discounted rate once the venue is confirmed.
Yes. Use the couples option at checkout and the second seat is 50% off.
Email events@escapeartist.com for a group code (4 or more).
On a rolling basis. Reserve your seat now to lock in today’s price; speakers do not change the price.
In Orlando, Florida. The specific hotel and conference venue is being finalized and will be announced by late summer 2026, with plenty of time for you to book your room and travel. All ticket holders are notified first, before any public announcement. What will not change: the dates (March 6–7, 2027), the city (Orlando), and the daily start/stop times (8:00 AM – 5:15 PM).

The price goes up Monday, June 1. Seats are capped.

One weekend. A real plan. The people who can actually help you execute it. That is the entire offer.

Reserve My Seat — $197

Full refund through December 6, 2026. Always transferable.