Feedback Discussion on Company Kick-off Event Date Time May 1st, 2023 14:00-15:15 14:00 - Dan: "Good afternoon, everyone. I'm glad to see you all here. Let's not forget to share a bit about our weekends before we dive into our main agenda. Who wants to start?" 14:02 - Sara: "I'll kick things off! I took a pottery class, which was amazing. Also, has anyone else noticed the new art installation downtown?" 14:04 - Mark: "Saw it! Adds a vibrant touch to the city. My weekend was all about catching up on some reading and the marathon on TV." 14:05 - Jeroen: "Sounds like a weekend well spent. I managed to get some gardening done. Now, shifting our focus, I have an interesting update from management before we discuss the event feedback." 14:06 - Dan: "Oh? Do tell, Jeroen." 14:07 - Jeroen: "They propose we brainstorm a slogan for our next event, something that reflects our goal for the year. It's a unique way to engage everyone and set a positive tone." 14:09 - Sara: "That's exciting! It could really unify our vision for the event. But first, we should tackle the feedback." 14:10 - Dan: "Right, let's start with the venue's location. The proximity to a train station was a highlight for its sustainability and convenience." 14:13 - Mark: "Absolutely, but let's not overlook the calendar issue. We missed adding the event, causing some confusion." 14:15 - Jeroen: "A straightforward fix there. We'll ensure better integration with our internal calendars." 14:17 - Sara: "Regarding the food, the feedback suggested it was too Dutch-centric. We need a menu that celebrates more international flavors." 14:20 - Dan: "Good point, Sara. Also, there was concern about the passive nature of the event. Too much sitting and listening." 14:23 - Mark: "We could introduce more interactive sessions, maybe even workshops or short physical activities." 14:25 - Jeroen: "And let's not forget the packed schedule. It left little room for networking, which many missed." 14:27 - Sara: "Networking is key. A lounge or dedicated time for it would be beneficial." 14:30 - Dan: "These are all excellent points. Now, about the slogan Jeroen mentioned, it could be a great way to involve everyone in the event's theme." 14:33 - Mark: "Maybe a contest among employees to come up with the slogan? It could foster creativity and ownership." 14:35 - Jeroen: "A contest is a great idea. It encourages participation and excitement about our goals." 14:37 - Dan: "Let's pencil that in. Moving on, how can we ensure everyone knows about the event well in advance?" 14:40 - Sara: "A multi-channel communication plan might work, incorporating emails, internal posts, and maybe even a countdown." 14:43 - Mark: "Back to the physical activity point, how about a mini-marathon or a group yoga session during the event?" 14:45 - Jeroen: "Yoga could be a hit. It's inclusive and refreshing. Plus, it ties back to our discussion on health and wellbeing." 14:48 - Dan: "I like where this is heading. Also, should we consider external speakers or workshops to add more variety?" 14:50 - Sara: "External speakers on trending topics could definitely spice things up. Maybe someone on sustainability, reflecting our venue choice?" 14:53 - Mark: "Speaking of external, how about a local food festival concept for catering? Offers variety and supports local businesses." 14:55 - Jeroen: "That's innovative, Mark. Ties in with the diverse food options we were aiming for." 14:57 - Dan: "Great brainstorming, team. Let's start wrapping up. Sara, can you take the lead on exploring catering options?" 15:00 - Sara: "Certainly, Dan. I'll also look into the survey for menu preferences." 15:02 - Mark: "I'll research interactive session ideas and potential speakers. Also, the team-building retreat could be an exciting pre-event activity." 15:05 - Jeroen: "I'll coordinate with management on the goal for the year and start drafting ideas for the slogan contest framework." 15:08 - Dan: "Fantastic. We've covered substantial ground today, from addressing event feedback to brainstorming our slogan initiative. Let's reconvene next week with updates on our assigned tasks. Thanks for a productive meeting, everyone!"