Beiersdorf, the global skincare and personal care company best known for heritage brands such as Nivea, turned to Naboo to organise a Corporate Retreat for 26 people, with a clear objective of fostering cohesion across its teams. The brief called for an event that would bring people together in a focused, professional environment where collaboration and internal alignment were paramount.
On arrival, the client described a tightly programmed retreat spanning mid-September, with arrivals at the end of the morning and departures the afternoon of the final day, and a degree of date flexibility if required. Catering had to be consistent and varied, inclusive breakfasts, quick, prepared lunches for working days and a more refined dinner, while reliable Wi-Fi and well-equipped workspaces were essential. The tone requested was professional and convivial, with no ancillary leisure activities planned, so the venue and logistics had to support productive work throughout.
Naboo answered by designing a turnkey solution that translated those requirements into a clear, organised experience: sourcing a venue that could be privatised or shared as needed, configuring a large plenary room to welcome the full group and three separate rooms for focused regional work, and ensuring robust connectivity and practical workspace layouts. The catering programme blended efficient, tray-friendly lunches with an elevated evening service, coordinated alongside rooming for overnight guests and staggered arrivals. By aligning careful logistics with the client’s desire for a practical, convivial atmosphere, Naboo delivered an event that supported Beiersdorf’s aim of strengthened team cohesion and reaffirmed its role as a strategic, reliable partner for corporate gatherings.
L'Hôtel Abbaye du Golf
Set against a backdrop of rolling hills and serene countryside, L'Hôtel Abbaye du Golf captivates immediately with its understated charm. As participants arrive, they are greeted by a calm atmosphere that encourages collaboration and creativity, making it an effective change of scenery. The historic touches throughout the venue blend with modern elements, creating a space that feels both professional and welcoming.
Within L'Hôtel Abbaye du Golf, versatile workspaces and communal areas are designed for both focused sessions and informal conversations. The layout encourages smooth transitions between formal meetings and informal gatherings, ensuring that participants can engage in meaningful discussions whenever needed. Enhanced by the picturesque surroundings, every corner of the venue promotes connection and collaboration, making it an appropriate setting for a Corporate Retreat aimed at strengthening team cohesion.
Beiersdorf delivers a cohesion retreat
The three-day corporate retreat in mid-September achieved its core objective of strengthening team cohesion through focused, work-centered programming. Planned as an intensive, work-only gathering with dedicated plenary and breakout times, the event’s structure and logistics were aligned closely with Beiersdorf’s goal of productive collaboration. From arrival through departure, the atmosphere remained professional and purpose-driven, producing a clear sense of collective progress and steady satisfaction among participants.
Several elements stood out in client feedback as decisive to the retreat’s success: the venue’s attentive host and striking setting, the well-received catering, and the practical configuration of meeting spaces and connectivity. Overall, the qualitative response emphasized comfort, reliability, and a setting that supported concentrated work.
We found the Hôtel Abbaye du Golf, the host was available, the venue was attractive, and the catering met our needs.
Naboo’s role was described as enabling and efficient, with the client noting that repeated use of the platform made planning smoother and saved time, underlining Naboo’s value as a trusted partner.
The retreat unfolded as planned: a full plenary session on the first day that ran from morning into the evening, followed by segmented work in three regional groups using separate rooms at the close of day one and into the morning of day two. Meals were integrated into the schedule with efficient lunches and a more formal dinner on the first evening, and the programme concluded after lunch on the final day, leaving participants with tangible outputs from both collective and small-group work.
Participant feedback was strong, with an overall rating of 5 out of 5 and a Naboo recommendation score of 9 out of 10. The client noted this was their second time using Naboo and emphasized that familiarity with the platform increased efficiency and saved time, leading them to recommend the service.
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When the objective is uninterrupted strategic planning and deeper team connection, the environment must be carefully selected. A Corporate Retreat in the countryside offers a balance of calm and professional function, removing distractions while supporting engagement. We offer multiple locations for this type of retreat, allowing you to select the rural setting that best fits your needs. Start planning your restorative escape, Find out more about our Countryside Corporate Retreat here.
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