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The Event-changing Magic of a Thoughtful Post-con

Smart Meetings

Founder Ilchi Lee, a Tao instructor and author of “ The Call of Sedona: Journey Of the Heart , ” in addition to 40 other titles, discovered the property in 1997 after the previous retreat center went into foreclosure and brought it back to life as a wellness destination. Was all communication clear, short and effective?

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Your Corporate Retreat Planning Roadmap

Achieve Incentives

A corporate retreat is a perfect way to build rapport within your organization while reenergizing your employees. You are ready to invest significant funds and employee time into a retreat. Do you want business to be the main focus of your retreat? That way they will be extra fresh for the retreat. Sounds great, right?

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Steer Clear of These 8 Pitfalls: A Guide to Excellent Corporate Event Outcomes

Smart Meetings

Over our 23 years in the professional event production industry, we’ve identified several key elements that often prevent our clients’ events from achieving outstanding success. Medium-scale events (such as company retreats and client dinners): 4-6 months ahead. Virtual events: Plan 2-4 months in advance.

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13 Ideas for Team-Building Retreats

Hotel Engine

Retreats provide a perfect framework for your team-building activities. Brainstorming company retreat ideas and booking a cozy venue are vital components of building camaraderie. Brainstorming company retreat ideas and booking a cozy venue are vital components of building camaraderie. Innovate and optimize products or processes.

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United by Passion: Female Hospitality Leaders Lift Everyone Up

Smart Meetings

Next Goal: “As the director of business development at Miraval Resorts & Spas, I will focus on elevating our Wellbeing Retreats and their transformative nature, inclusive offerings and the lasting positive impact they provide for corporate groups. They are not simply a group retreat, it is a well-being journey.

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Off-the-Grid Incentives in Paradise

Smart Meetings

Destinations that make you want to unplug Staying connected to technology and committing to constant communication can feel as though its pertinent to incentive recipients and corporate retreat attendees.

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What The Great Resignation Means for the Events Industry

Endless Events

Remote Work: Understanding Productivity and Workplace Culture . Nick points to recent productivity records and remote work first. “I I was at an HR symposium recently and it was stated that 2021 was the most productive year in corporate America since World War II. One thing I think is next is big company-wide retreats.

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