From Burnout to Breakthrough:
My Journey to Authenticity, Alignment, and Abundance.
From Burnout to Breakthrough:
My Journey to Authenticity, Alignment, and Abundance.
Come for the Brunch.
Leave Aligned—with Yourself, Your Vision, and the Courage to Create a Life That Feels Like You.
You’ve built success that looks good on paper. Now it’s time to create a life that finally feels like you. This intimate, curated, and home-cooked experience invites unusually deep conversation—and is where that shift begins.
The Hidden Brunch That’s Quietly Redefining What Success Looks Like in LA
You’ve been to plenty of brunches—some fun and boozy, others filled with family drama or surface-level small talk.
But this brunch is something else entirely.
On Friday morning, in the heart of Hancock Park, a handpicked group of thoughtful, heart-led, and yes—highly accomplished—entrepreneurs and business leaders gather for something rare: real conversation and connection.
Yes, we talk about business, money, and ambition. But more often, we talk about what’s underneath. The moments things didn’t go to plan. The pressure to keep it all together. The deep desire to feel more like ourselves again.
In this soulful, curated space, something special happens.
Walls drop. Truths emerge.
New friendships are formed. And powerful insights take root.
You’ll leave with a nourished body, an open heart, and a clearer sense of what truly matters as you move forward on your path.
After years of managing massive teams, closing over $100 million in sales, and supporting companies on the Inc. 5000 and Fortune 500 lists, I finally hit the milestone—earning over $1M a year. And I walked away.
Why? Because success without soul wasn’t enough.
What lights me up now is this: inviting a few extraordinary humans into my home, cooking from the heart, and creating space for the kind of conversations that actually change things.
This brunch is where strategy meets soul. Where leaders drop the mask.
And where you leave feeling more YOU than you’ve felt in a long time.
Outwardly, It’s Working. Inwardly, Something’s Missing
- You’ve built the business, the title, the income—but something deeper is stirring
- You’re quietly realizing you’ve outgrown the version of success you once chased
- You feel the pressure to keep performing, but your inner voice is asking for space
- Burnout, restlessness, or disconnection have become harder to ignore
- You long for real connection and conversation with others on a similar path
- You’re ready to create a life and business that finally feels like you—not who you thought you had to be
Here’s What You Can Expect—Beyond the Quiche and Banana Bread
- A seat at a beautifully set table in a sunlit Hancock Park home
- A nourishing, home-cooked meal made and served with care
- A handpicked group of thoughtful, growth-minded leaders
- Light facilitation that invites real talk—about business, life, and what’s in between
- Space to reflect, share, and connect without pressure or pretense
- Surprising moments of insight, clarity, and emotional exhale
- Conversations that spark breakthroughs—and oftentimes, lifelong friendships
- You’ll leave with a full heart, a full stomach, and a clearer sense of what’s next
Spots Are Limited—Request Your Invitation to the Next LA Brunch
These curated gatherings are intimate by design—just eight guests at a time. Join the waiting list to be the first to know when a new seat opens. Priority is given to those most aligned with the spirit of this experience.
Cost: Brunch is on the House
Spots Are Limited—Request Your Invitation to the Next LA Brunch
These curated gatherings are intimate by design—just eight guests at a time. Join the waiting list to be the first to know when a new seat opens. Priority is given to those most aligned with the spirit of this experience.
Cost: Brunch is on the House
Testimonials
Inside the Impact—What Guests Say After One Morning Around the Table
Matt was extremely generous, welcoming an awesome group of folks into his home, and cooking us a delicious meal. All while inspiring a great conversation about thinking small vs. big. I didn’t know anyone going in, and left with a community of friends.
Alex Canter
CEO / Founder at Maggie's Refuel & 4th Generation at Canter's Deli
Attending Matt Gerlach’s Friday Brunch Club was a masterclass in connection. In a world that often feels transactional, Matt has created something rare—a space where authenticity, curiosity, and HUMAN PRIDE take center stage. Every guest brings something unique to the table, and somehow, through Matt’s quiet genius, it all fits together.
It wasn’t just brunch—it was a reminder that when people show up fully as themselves, incredible conversations, ideas, and friendships unfold. I left feeling seen, energized, and deeply inspired by what’s possible when we lead with heart.
This is the kind of gathering the world needs more of.
Ron Thurston
Author, HUMAN PRIDE
Matt’s Brunch Club was a lucky find for me. Not only was the food incredible (even better than most restaurants), but what made it truly special was the intimate vibe — casual yet intentionally curated. Matt facilitated thoughtful conversation, hand-picked an amazing group of entrepreneurs from all walks of life, and served a home-cooked meal that was verrrrry good!
Most events in LA feel transactional, but this brunch club was a few hours of stepping back, opening up, and making true connections with other entrepreneurs. It was a reminder that relationships matter more than sales, and that stepping out of the day-to-day to have real conversations with other founders is essential. I walked away with new friends, a fresh perspective, and a much-needed mindset shift. I wish I could go every week. 100% recommend to any founder who wants more depth in their network and more meaning in their day.
Alexis Schomer
Partner, Your Startup Operations
Don’t Miss the Brunch That’s Been Quietly Changing Lives in LA
With only 8 seats at the table, each brunch is intentionally intimate—and they fill quickly. If you’re ready for honest conversation, deep connection, and next-level clarity, join the waitlist today.
Cost: On the House