Remote work provides us with increased flexibility, but for those who need to create a sense of connection and boost team morale, it can prove challenging from a distance. The absence of face-to-face interaction can create a sense of disconnection, and the time required to plan, source, and coordinate events can make it difficult for team leaders to prioritize these engaging experiences. According to a study by the Society of Human Resource Management, 89% of employees stated that team-building activities improved their morale, and 85% reported improved engagement. The numbers speak for themselves, and that's why Reposite has become a leading tool for virtual and hybrid event planning.
Alma, a mental health platform simplifying access to therapy, has made connectivity a priority and successfully leveraged Reposite to provide employees with valuable morale-boosting virtual experiences. With access to a diverse range of exciting and unique virtual suppliers, team leaders across Alma's various departments, including Operations, Sales, Marketing, People & Culture, Engineering, Product, and Senior Executive Leadership, have hosted several exciting events, all through the Reposite platform.
Oftentimes, team leaders and executive assistants are tasked with coordinating corporate events, as is the case in each department at Alma. Coordinating and planning these team-building activities the traditional way includes hours of research, phone calls, and emails to find group-friendly, online adaptive suppliers. With a Reposite membership, users can simply log onto Reposite, post their RFP, and begin receiving quotes from qualified virtual experience suppliers in 24-48 hours. Let's explore the exciting and unique experiences that Alma has hosted so far!
Employees seek more than just trivia or a happy hour to feel a sense of camaraderie through a screen. We're excited to offer a variety of options for team leaders to choose from that are both exciting and engaging for their teams. These suppliers are also equipped to help with the administrative aspects of virtual events, such as mailing addresses for kits, zoom coordination, and pre-event communications. It's imperative that the supplier aligns with the company's brand and ethos to make the experience more meaningful and memorable. Let's walk through a few of Alma's not-so-average team builders:
One of Alma's goals was to provide a "Hands-On Experience at Home." With this objective in mind, BIOS Apothecary emerged as a stellar supplier to host their event.
BIOS Apothecary, a renowned natural perfumer based in New York, offers an extraordinary virtual team-building experience with their DIY perfume workshops. Participants have the opportunity to engage in a hands-on and immersive scent-based activity, creating their own personalized perfumes from the comfort of their homes. With BIOS Apothecary's expertise and guidance, Alma's team explored the world of fragrance, learned about different scent notes, and crafted unique perfumes tailored to their preferences. This interactive and creative workshop not only fostered team collaboration but also provided a memorable sensory experience.
It was fantastic to see the spark of inspiration that came with each team event. Following Alma's engineering team's aromatic adventure, the Sales team embarked on their at-home craft experience with Brooklyn Craft Company. In this workshop, BCC demonstrated how to create pom poms and tassels, and attendees created keychains, bag charms, ornaments, and gift toppers.
There was an incredible alignment between Alma and Garden Streets, with wellness and mental health as a core theme. Garden Streets takes care of every aspect of the virtual team-building experience, from shipping kits to creating zoom links, so planners have a smooth experience coordinating for their teams.