Team Building Simulation with Toys
for Executive Retreats & Sales Rallies

Charity Team Building for Executive, Sales & Marketing Teams

Business Team Building Simulation

Using toys to create team building simulations, makes it possible for us to offer shorter, indoor programmes with the same impact of some of our longer programmes. We will divide your group into at least 2 companies that they will run for about 3 - 4 hours (excluding lunch). Then, we will debrief their experience and glean key learnings about working in a cross functional environment, the importance of operating as a cohesive unit, and overcoming the silo mentality. To create a truly unique experience, we merge elements of 2 of our most popular programmes:

• Inc. Inc.: Breaking Down Silos
• Visexecutaries: Apprentice Team Building

The goal is to give your team an opportunity to:

• work with members of other teams
• experience departments, functions and organizational levels that are different from their usual roles
• improve their sales and marketing skills and strategies
• break down silos and enhance cross-functional teamwork

Please note these are BUSINESS TEAM BUILDING SIMULATIONS
NOT strictly recreational events

These BUSINESS TEAM BUILDING SIMULATIONS are available globally.

For other buisness team building simulations, please also see
"International Team Building" (on the side menu).

Outline

• Programme Options
• Pleased Participants
• Programme Highlights
• Programme Comparisons
• Overview of Typical Session
• Sample Simulation Roles

Sample Descriptions

• Construction Inc.
• Bike Simulation

For Serious Inquiries Only

We would be pleased to handle your inquiry, check availability of dates and venues and send a proposal if:

• a budget has been allocated
• you are certain about your numbers
• you are DEFINITELY ready to select and book a service provider within 5 business days of receiving our quote

We require a US$500 deposit before any hotels or other venues are contacted on your behalf. [Why?] This will be deducted from your fees if you book your session with us.

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If you are not ready to select a supplier and make a booking, we'll be pleased to give you a rough idea of pricing and options but please use:

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We design a variety of team building simulations using toys including:

Programme Options

Moderate Budget

Construction Inc.

Uses Lego to simulate competing construction companies or divisions

Toy Factory

Assembling toy kitchens, workbenches, scooter, model airplanes, remote control cars

Puzzle Assembly

We have used a variety of puzzles to help teams discover the importance of cross-functional teamwork and communication. This is a simpler simulation that does not require the creation of an organizational structure. We do need access to the meeting room for a full day before your event so that a team of expert puzzlers can sort the pieces and prep the puzzle for your group.

High Budget

Bike Simulation

Bike assembly. Can include bike rodeo

Dollhouse Simulation

Building dollhouses and dollhouse furniture for auction or donation to charity

Raft Building

Avaialble in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Malaysia, Thailand (Phuket), and Jamaica

Pleased Participants

" This session was enjoyable and beneficial. We have live examples and a simulation that was directly related the issues we face at work. We came up with some good solutions...."

Yasmin, Account Manager, ITC, Dubai World/Nakheel (Dubai)

"This session simulated a business environment to highlight the dynamics between different team members and the role that communication plays in the success of failure of an organization in the rapidly changing world. A core messages I heard clearly is that clear and open communication is one of the key criteria for organizational success."

Sikkander Amiry, Project Manager, ITC, Dubai World/Nakheel, (Dubai)

"It was a good experience and I really enjoyed it and got the message. I plan to use all of the tools to communicate with other teams to solve technical issues."

Shadi Mohanna, Team Lead, ITC, Dubai World/Nakheel, (Dubai)

Highlights

Available:

Group Size:

Time Required:

All Year

12 - 120 (Optimal = 30 - 60)

Minimum = 3 Days

Locations:

Skills/Competencies:

Available Worldwide

• Breaking Down Silos
• Cross-Functional Teamwork
• Marketing Strategy
• Leadership
• Executing Initiatives in Short Timeframes

Comparison Chart

Programme Details

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Overview of Typical Team Building with Toys Simulation

Pre-Event

• Learning Surveys Distributed and Teams & Roles Assigned
• Team Leader Briefing (Day Prior to Session)

Day1

• Executive Briefing
• Team Briefing
• Simulation
• Debriefing Prep.

Day 2

• Boardroom
• Re-configure Teams
• Business Application Exercises
• Optional Business Meeting

Sample Simulation Roles & Responsibilities

Leadership

Executive

The 3 members of the executive team will design the organizational strategy and structure, shape corporate culture and introduce innovation.

• The newest and most "juniour" member of your team will be selected for senior leadership roles.

Team Leaders

Each team will have a team leader to provide coaching, clear roadblocks and ensure that team members have the resources they require to produce results.

• Team members from your organization with little or no management experience will be selected for these roles.

Core Teams

Manufacturing

The manufacturing team will assemble, decorate, package, and inspect and test the product.

Marketing

The marketing teams will design and implement a marketing strategy to create a buzz and generate interest by prospective customers. One of their main assignments will be to develop a brochure and produce a TV commercial to market the product.

• Skill and Equipment Required: The marketing team members should be proficient in the use of Powerpont and have one or two lap tops.

Optional Teams

Corporate Communications

This team consists of:

Presentation Specialists

Presentation specialists will stay at the venue and develop a 5-minute presentation that provides an overview of the each company’s strategy, strengths, challenges, and results.

• Skill and Equipment Required: The presentation specialists must be proficient in the use of Powerpoint and must have their own laptops that they can bring to the location.

Videographers

Videographers will be assigned to each area of the company to capture the experience on video and take still photos. They will have an opportunity to edit to their footage and create a 2 - 3 minute montage for use in conjunction with the company presentations.

• Skills and Equipment Required: Great care should be taken to select people with their own camera equipment and editing skills for the videographer roles.

Sales

The sales team will prepare a sales presentation, set up the sales display and be the primary force to sell the toys.

• Skill and Equipment Required: Team members should be proficient in the use of Powerpont and have one or two lap tops.

IT

IT will set up and assist team members with the use of the laptops and printers.

• Skill and Equipment Required: Must have basic knowledge related to this role.

Administrative Support

1 administrative support person can be assigned to each team. Typically it would be members of your current leadership team. The goal is to remind them of the challenges facing team members so that they can be more supportive.

Sample Agendas

Construction Inc.

Breaking Down Silos, Marketing Strategies,
Cross Functional Team Building

Length: 1 1/2 to 2 Days

Two companies, one located in Dubai and the other in Abu Dhabi, design and build real estate developments (with Lego). Each company designs a marketing strategy with promotional material and a TV commercial to take their development to market. They meet in the boardroom to discuss the challenges of operating a company in a competitive market, identify best practices and select a winner.

This is a customized version of Inc. Inc.: Breaking Down Silos that we recently did in Dubai for the IT Centre of Dubai World/Nakheel (developers of the Palm Islands and The Map).

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Bike Simulation

Breaking Down Silos, Marketing Strategies,
Cross Functional Team Building

Length: 1 Day

After a brief recruitment and orientation session, participants will begin to operate at least 2 bicycle companies, competitors in the same market . Each company's role is to manufacture, market and sell bicycles.

Some clients have asked us to add an outdoor element to this simulation. As part of the QC process, we can include a Bike Rodeo or Bike-a-Thon consisting of a variety of team competitions for participants with various levels of physical fitness and riding ability. An outdoor BBQ or picnic lunch would be fit very nicely with this option. If you want to include some rugged challenges, we will need to make arrangements for medical and first aid staff on standby. Great care will have to be taken to re-inspect and thoroughly clean the bikes before they are sold or given to the charity.

Depending on the size, bicycles will range from $175 - $200 per bike. Good quality bike helmets will cost about $30 - $50 each.

If your selection will be based on the lowest quote, please note that we are not the lowest cost provider.

We use bikes manufactured in North America, not foreign made bikes with possible safety concerns including the risk of lead paint. A bike helmet will need to be purchased for each bike. We use a team of professional bicycle technicians to ensure the safety of the children who receive the bikes. We realize that this may cost us some business.

We will not put the safety of children at risk to provide low cost entertainment for corporations.

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