Discover how a unique culinary team-building event in Milan fostered collaboration and cultural understanding among Beckman Coulter's international managers

Client Request

Beckman Coulter, a leading healthcare company, asked us to organise an event for their international managers. The goal was to unite diverse cultures, foster teamwork, and have attendees experience company culture in the best possible setting.

Our Project

A blend of Italian cuisine and team building was to be our recipe for success. In Milan's trendy Porta Nuova district, we transformed a modern loft into a culinary arena for a team cooking challenge. On the menu: handmade pasta and cotoletta alla milanese, two iconic Italian dishes that would ignite friendly competition.

As the aroma of fresh ingredients filled the air, participants donned aprons and rolled up their sleeves. The kitchen became a melting pot of cultures, with managers from various countries working side by side to create Italian masterpieces. Laughter and conversation flowed as freely as the olive oil, proving food is a universal language. The experience was about blending individual strengths to achieve a common goal. As flour-dusted hands kneaded dough and cutlets sizzled, new bonds were formed and existing ones strengthened. The challenge of mastering unfamiliar techniques brought out the best in each team member, fostering camaraderie beyond the kitchen. At the end of the culinary battle, we presented the teams with unique, cooking-themed trophies – a reminder of their shared accomplishment. The smiles and pride spoke volumes about the event's success.

Outcome

Beckman Coulter praised our creativity and ability to find the perfect venue. We served up an experience that was both instructive and entertaining, leaving participants with a taste of Italian culture and a newfound appreciation for their colleagues.