Company Retreat
We Create Epic Impactful, and Bespoke Company Retreats
Company retreats are growing in popularity and it’s no coincidence. When planned and organized correctly, it can promote reflection, relieve stress, spark inspiration, and boost company morale. If anything, an epic company retreat is a wise business investment whose impact will last for years to come.
Leadership retreats, team-building retreats, and luxury retreats are just some of the company retreat ideas you can look into. If you want a bucket list worthy company retreat that can effectively bring your team closer together, we are the company to call. We can create bespoke experiences that suit your vision, goals, and budget.
As an event organizer, we wear many hats. However, at our core, we are an integrated event agency who are experts at organizing high profile events. Aside from organizing powerful company retreats, we also specialize in creative concepts, private events, MICE events, and solutions and planning for concerts and advertising campaigns.
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Taking on the challenge of organizing your company retreat can be tempting. However, if you don’t have extensive experience, training, and skills, the task is best left in our able hands. Below are some of the ways we can help turn your company retreat dreams into reality:
Organizing a company retreat can be very stressful. But it’s something we have perfected through the years. Even if you plan meticulously, you won’t be able to pull off an epic company retreat without our help and expertise. You can also rest assured we can masterfully handle anything unexpected that comes up.
We will also spare you from all the stressful elements involved in organizing a company retreat like countless phone calls and multiple deliveries. Our years of experience has taught us how to plan or organize company retreats and other events as smoothly and as seamlessly as possible.
If you have an amazing concept in mind, you will need experts to bring it to life. This is where we come in. We can also recommend other creative ideas that can provide attendees with a great experience they will talk about for months. With our exceptional communication skills, no job is too complex for us.
At Blag Events, we have mastered the intricate art of communicating clearly and effectively. That said, we can clearly explain ideas and concepts to any vendors so your visions are executed perfectly. We can also put your visions in motion by sourcing items and contacting the right vendors.
We are also great negotiators and we will make sure you will get the most bang for your buck. We will warn you if an idea will cost you more. In a way, you can consider us as your brilliant reality checkers.
One of the best perks of working with us is getting access to the best rates in the industry. We have a rolodex of contacts that can help us execute even those seemingly impossible requests (trust us, we basically have heard and seen it all!) without costing you an arm and a leg.
Of course, we also get special rates since we work regularly with the best vendors in the industry. We will gladly pass those savings to you! You won’t be able to secure these rates when you approach these vendors on your own. If you want to stick to a strict budget, working with us makes perfect sense.
It’s easy to dream up concepts that sound great in theory but executing them is a totally different story. Thankfully, we got you. We will act as your expert guide and help you figure out which concepts to pursue and which ones to skip. With our help, you can pull off a company retreat that’s a step above all else.
To ensure your utmost satisfaction and to ensure you get the most bang for your buck, we will help you adhere to the budget you have identified. Without our help, you might overlook small fees and charges that can add up before you know it. We take the stress out of your hands and take care of the numbers game for you.
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FAQ
There are four key elements to a successful company retreat: learning, sharing, bonding, and unifying. No wonder company retreats are considered powerful tools for the company and the bottom line.
- Quirky Themes – You can never go wrong with wacky themes. Some of the best ideas include super-hero themed, corporate masquerade party, casino royale themed, and retro themed events.
- Surprise Flash Mob – Want a dinner and dance event everyone will talk about? Get the top bosses to perform a choreographed dance number. Make sure the flash mob will take attendees by surprise.
- Set Up Temporary Tattoo Stations – You can make your dinner and dance event extra fun by handing out quirky temporary tattoos. You can even get everyone talking by designing temporary tattoos with the organization’s logo. You can have them take selfies with their fun tattoos as well.
- Crazy Dinner and Dance Games – Need crazy and unique dinner dance and games to get the adrenaline pumping? Consider the following fun and creative games: lego fire walk, piñata for grown-ups, and tug of war.
How to Plan a Company Retreat: Your Fast Guide
Taking on the challenge of organizing your company retreat can be tempting. However, if you don’t have extensive experience, training, and skills, the task is best left in our able hands. Below are some of the ways we can help turn your company retreat dreams into reality:
Organizing, planning, and hosting a great corporate retreat can be very rewarding. However, it can also be very stressful. To organize the company retreat your employees deserve (and your business needs), you need to keep a few important tips in mind. These tips can help you pull off a fun and memorable company retreat.
Consider your company goals.
Before you plan the details of your company retreat, you need to remember what your company goals are and how the company retreat can help you achieve those goals. For instance, if your goal is establishing a strong connection between all the members of the remote team, how will the company retreat help you achieve said goal?
In similar scenarios, it would be best to spend enough time for the team introductions. Bonding activities can also make a world of difference and can be a huge factor in the success of the activity. To make the most of the company retreat, it would be ideal to have ample time for all the activities (at least 2 to 3 days).
Factor in the team of the year.
The time of the year is an important consideration when planning your company retreat. You might also need to do some research if you are planning an activity that is outside your immediate area. You also need to consider if there are many members responsible for child care as they most likely would prefer not to travel far.
Give participants a heads up.
Company retreats will also require that team members plan ahead since it’s something that’s outside of their normal routine. This is especially needed if there’s unusual hours or travel involved. You also need to give members of the team ample time to hire baby and pet sitters and plan time to and from then retreat.
Understandably, planning will also require time and effort so it would make sense that they are informed in advance. Ideally, it would be best to inform them of the company retreat at least three months in advance. It would also help if you give them an agenda so they would know what to expect ahead of time.
Plan the corporate retreat activities.
Once you have taken care of the logistics, it’s time to plan the fun stuff—the retreat events and activities. Plan activities you will be doing as a team and book the venue in advance. Typical corporate retreat and other team building activities will involve exercises, games, and talks so those are some of the things you should consider.
Some of the corporate retreat activities you can look into include:
- Hiring an industry expert or motivational speaker to deliver a talk or speech.
- Hackathons, where team members from different departments are grouped together to brainstorm new products or ideas which they will present during the retreat.
- Wine tastings or cooking classes
- Kickball, dodgeball, and paintball where team members from different departments can compete against each other.
- Escape rooms, this involves breaking down members of the team into eight to twelve people.
If unsure where to start, it would help if you get professional help. Nowadays, event companies can help you plan out the events so it can help you achieve whatever objectives you have in mind. They can also work within your timeline and budget.
Affordable Company Retreat Ideas You Will Love
Here’s a common misconception: many people believe company retreats are extravagant perks only established and large businesses and brands can afford. Nothing can be farther from the truth. Even small companies can have company retreats for their staff, thanks to affordable retreat ideas that won’t break the bank.
Company retreats offer benefits that prove invaluable in creating strong teams that are productive and profitable. The great news is you don’t need to take your team to a tropical island for them to have a great time. There are actually many affordable company retreat ideas that won’t hurt your wallet.
Awesome and Affordable Company Retreat Ideas to Try
Many businesses host yearly retreats while others opt to align them with critical moments like a layoff or a merger. Regardless of the reasons, below are some company retreat ideas if you are on a budget:
Stay Local
You can still give your staff a great time without leaving the city. In line with this, consider hosting the retreat at a local hotel with amazing restaurants and a great pool. Throw in some great activities and your employees would still enjoy the treat without necessarily heading out of town.
Head to a Farm
Get your team to bond and collaborate by taking them to a no-frills environment. One unique option would be to take them to a farm. When you remove titles, role descriptions, and the four corners of the office, you will have a team that will see each other completely freed of pecking orders and hierarchy.
Take Advantage of a Conference
If there is a huge conference that the majority of your team members can attend, it would be a wise (and practical) idea to incorporate your retreat into the conference so you can save on costs.
Go Camping
With the right weather and equipment, camping can be a wonderful opportunity for everyone in your team to bond and work together. Building campfires, hiking, and maybe a few laps in the river can give members of the team a lovely time and a chance to intermingle. This retreat idea is also very budget-friendly.
Go Talent Sourcing
This is another great way for your team to bond without spending a fortune. Source activities and hobbies that your team members and employees engage in outside of the office. For instance, are they into yoga or meditation?
Do you have people in the team who are passionate knitters? Do you know people who are into photography? Take advantage of your internal resources and enable them to lead a lesson or training on their interests.
One upside of this company retreat idea is it would highlight the fact that you care enough to prioritize your staff’s skills and hobbies outside of the four corners of the office. You might just be surprised how much your employees can learn from each other.
Final Thoughts
When planning a successful and affordable company retreat, planning is crucial. As a general rule of thumb, it is critical that you incorporate the right mix of activities, business, and free time. While talking shop is a good thing, it is important to remember that one of the primary goals of a company retreat is for the employees to connect and relax in real time.
When managing remote teams, a company retreat can provide team members an opportunity to get together and foster real life connections. A company retreat can also help members of the remote team to feel integrated and part of the group. As long as you create an exciting experience, achieving your objectives should come easy.