Our Company Days
Take a closer look....
About the day...
Columbus company days, held annually each summer, offer a laid-back and enjoyable platform for delving deeper into all things Columbus.
Past events have been held at the Nottingham Belfry, The Albert Hall and Pitcher & Piano to name but a few.
Taking place on regular working day, with travel, food, and hotel rooms (for those eligible) we focus creating an inclusive environment that brings together every member of our UK organisation.
These company days are not the typical “corporate gathering”, offering a blend of professional engagement, learning, TedTalks and casual celebration.
They provide a valuable opportunity to not only gain insights into the latest developments within Columbus but also to forge connections with colleagues from various departments and levels.
On Arrival
Since we've got folks from all over the Country, our mornings usually kick-off with a casual arrival — think tea, coffee, cakes, and friendly chat.
If you've got any charity ideas for our morning get-together, we're all ears! We've supported some great causes in the past, like food banks, helping out with Ukraine appeals, and organising charity collections. So, if you've got a cause close to your heart, we're open to making a positive impact together!
Talks and Updates
In order to keep the days interesting, informative and relevant, there is no set formula we follow.
In short, each Company day is different from the last.
But let's take a look at the some of the sort of things we've showcased before:
- UK Market Unit News
- The Directors updates from each our Business Lines
- "Ted Talks" e.g. Artificial Intelligence
- How to use benefits and referrals
- Employee Survey Results
- Charity Drives
Lunch and Team Activities
We've got you covered with a satisfying lunch that caters to all dietary needs.
There's plenty of breaks through the day and time to ensure that you have the opportunity to connect and network with the people that collectively shape the identity and success of Columbus.
Later in the day, there's a chance to dive into a brief team activity. But no need to stress — we won't be asking you to do any blindfolded backward falls off the stage!
The Company Quiz!
Grab your phones, pick your screen name, and join in on the now infamous, Columbus Kahoot Quiz and prepare for a laugh!
Recognition Awards, Columbus Cheers and Long Service
Throughout the year Employees have the opportunity to send a well deserved thumbs up via our Columbus Cheers app, in recognition for work that support our company values - and we take some time recognise these individual efforts.
5, 10, 15, 20, 25 or yes, even 30 years - one by one we give everyone a special mention, gifts and round of applause to celebrate our Long Service milestones with all our colleagues.
And finally... once a year, we announce our Employee of the year, and Employee's Employee annual awards.
.....And Finally
In the afternoon and evening, whether it's a Summer BBQ, a Pub Quiz and a DJ, or a Vegas-style casino, the main idea is that everyone kicks back and enjoys themselves at our evening merriments.
