How to organise an original company seminar?

When the company seminar is out of the ordinary

Although work seminars during which one meeting follows another still exist, a new trend is emerging within companies: the original company seminar.
Far from the traditional work sessions, team-building seminars are organised to meet multiple objectives. 
Strengthening the cohesion between teams, integrating new employees, rewarding good results... The professional seminar has become very enjoyable! 
Organising a seminar outside the company's premises means putting all the participants in a little bubble for a few days. And to make this event memorable, originality is essential! 
But how do you go about organising an original company seminar? How to set up your project with a flawless organisation? What unusual ideas can surprise the participants?
As experts in event management, we can help you make your original business seminar a complete success! 

Why organise a seminar?

Your seminar project started with an idea. Why do you want to organise this type of event? This is the first question you should ask yourself.
Do you want to unveil the company's new strategy? Reconnect with your employees? Celebrate the past year's achievements?
Naturally, the answers to these questions will lead to other questions. For example: who will you invite? Is it a seminar for all staff? Just managers? A particular department? 

You should also consider how long this break from the office will last. Will you include working hours, or is it an opportunity to have some fun away from work? And don't forget about travel time, which can interfere with the timing! 

Drawing up a precise programme

One of the most important steps in organising a seminar is to draw up a programme. Without a plan, it is impossible to implement a project and all the logistics that go with it. It is therefore necessary to anticipate and plan activities that will appeal to everyone. 

Brainstorming, debriefing, cultural outings, physical activities... Make sure you balance the day so that no one finds the time long.
Also remember to leave some free time for the participants. Although it is a break between colleagues, they will appreciate having a few moments to themselves. 

A surprise has to be prepared. For it to be successful, you need to plan everything in advance to reduce the risk of unforeseen events to a minimum. 

Dare to try original and fun activities

The company seminar is the ultimate unifying event. Delighted and reenergised, a grateful team feels more committed to its work. It is not surprising that many companies use them to motivate or remotivate their employees. 

To keep a memorable souvenir of this exceptional day or stay, there is nothing like an original activity to seduce everyone! Whether it's around a specific theme or simply for the pleasure of getting together and exchanging ideas away from the office, there is no shortage of ideas for entertaining your teams! 

Of course, it is essential to take into account everyone's physical abilities so that no one is left out! Treasure hunt, tasting of local products, creative workshop, escape game, buggy ride, karaoke evening... The choice is vast to spend a convivial moment, a natural stimulator of good humour and cohesion. 

Finding the perfect location for your company seminar

Depending on your chosen theme and/or planned activities, you need to find the perfect venue for your business event. 

Some venues offer dedicated rooms for corporate meetings, while providing sufficient catering and accommodation to accommodate everyone. 

But to spice up your event, how about going a little off the beaten track? By choosing an atypical venue, you are sure to surprise your employees! 

It could be a hotel in the countryside, a hotel in the city centre for more festive evenings, a chalet in the mountains in winter, accommodation in troglodyte houses... 

The alternatives are numerous, depending on your needs and desires.
For example, we organised the FAGUO seminar in the middle of nature. Around a large campfire, teepees were set up to house the team members. In the centre, a larger tipi was used for sharing and exchanging ideas. 

With our expertise in event organisation, anything is possible! 

Encourage moments of exchange

Although you know the team around you, the chemistry between the participants is the condition for your corporate event to be a success.
This is why it is important to create spaces and activities to encourage exchanges between them and stimulate their creativity. Tongues are loosened, ideas are exchanged... This will only be good for your company's operations. 

Nowadays, there are many digital solutions that make communication more fluid. During meetings, you can use interactive applications and software.
In the evening, why not organise a cocktail party in a large reception room, which is more convivial than a dinner where each seat is determined? 

If the venue is suitable, think about creating a lounge area and a games corner with table football, billiards, a vintage pinball machine, etc. A green setting is also a space conducive to relaxation, perfect for oxygenating the mind while enjoying nature! 

Thanks to our experience, we are able to install all the necessary infrastructures to optimise the configuration of atypical places, for the greatest comfort of those present! 

How to immortalise your original company seminar?

Did your seminar meet all your expectations and are the compliments of your team proof of this? If everyone is equipped with a smartphone to immortalise the highlights of this extraordinary professional event, don't forget that a small gift is always greatly appreciated. 

A video recording of key moments allows you to relive the emotions, laughter and surprise effects of the seminar. A selfie machine is an excellent way to entertain at a banquet or a festive evening. A useful object in your company's colours is also a good way to please your employees. 

Specialised in the organisation of events, we can help you to make a lasting impression on your team. Our experts can create specific activities and manage all the logistics, to make your seminar a highlight in the life of your company! 

Because organising an original corporate seminar requires time, ideas and a lot of organisation, the experience and expertise of our team are real assets. With our experts at your side, nothing will be left to chance so that your atypical seminar is a complete success!