Bored with the same ol’, same ol’ incentive destinations and searching for something a little different? Here are three options to consider for future programs … and a little something extra!
Last Sunday’s FIFA World Cup Final between Spain and defending champion Argentina, won by Spain 1-0 in extra time, was a beyond-comprehension medley of strategy, footwork, ball control, physical stamina, and patience. It was a showcase of what the great Pelé once called “the beautiful game” though some might argue England’s wild, 6-4 thriller over France a day earlier in the consolation match was the highlight of this World Cup. I say there was an even bigger highlight … and it didn’t even occur on the fútbol pitch itself.
Truth be told, y’all, this was not a program I was looking forward to. In fact, I was dreading it in a way. Don’t get me wrong, I love working with this client. But the program was in sub-Arctic Iceland, land of wool sweaters and wicked windchill, where layering up is a national sport. Yep, Iceland, because Frigidland sounded too clunky. Iceland, where it’s colder than a well-digger’s, ahem …
Corporate meetings and events are booming in a big way and with that comes an unprecedented, “very today” expectation: “You’re not just planning or hosting an event. More than ever, you must keep your people safe.”
Headliner or hero? Star power or start-up success story? Gold medalist or go-getter? Identifying the right and perfect speaker for your next corporate meeting or event can be like sailing rudderless in a sea of options. So, so many options …
Our world has been rocked by three significant geopolitical events across two continents in recent months. And it’s a serious “heads up” to those of us who host or produce domestic and offshore corporate meetings and events …
Have you ever felt you’ve gone the extra mile on something but nobody else seemed to notice? It’s a lousy, empty and de-motivating feeling, for sure. Maybe it’s time for a refresher on the importance of acknowledging people’s over-and-above efforts and achievements. And it doesn’t always have to be something grandiose …
In his blockbuster 1997 book The Four Agreements, author Don Miguel Ruiz introduced four simple but powerful principles to help all people live with more personal freedom and inner peace. Honor these agreements and life will be sweet. If only business meetings of all manner and size were that simple …
As we know, the past five years have seen a massive reset in how corporate meetings and events are designed and executed. Pandemic limitations led to a redefining of how people gather and in what settings, and actually sparked innovative new ways to conduct group business. Toss in rapidly evolving new tech and the emergence of Artificial Intelligence as a true force while audiences continue to trend younger and younger and, well, here we are.
Are your “go to” sun, sand & surf incentive destinations starting to feel a bit too familiar or perhaps a little stale? Is it time to shake things up now that you’re contemplating incentive locations for 2026 and beyond? Read on and you may just broaden your options …
