The International Rescue Committee, a global humanitarian organization that responds to crises and helps people affected by conflict and disaster rebuild their lives, turned to Naboo to organize a corporate retreat in New York for 17 participants. The goal of the gathering was strategic alignment, to bring leadership and program teams together to clarify priorities and strengthen a shared direction for the months ahead.
Planned for November 2025, the client expected a focused, professional atmosphere where the team could step away from daily operations and concentrate on long-term planning. They sought a program that balanced structured work time with opportunities for open conversation, with reliable on-site logistics and meeting infrastructure in a New York setting that minimized disruptions. Above all, the client wanted an event that respected the sensitive nature of their work and allowed participants to engage deeply in strategy without logistical distractions.
Naboo answered by shaping a turnkey retreat experience that handled venue selection, meeting-room layout, technical setup, and day-to-day coordination so the IRC team could remain fully focused on strategic priorities. By anticipating operational needs and aligning the program with the organization’s mission-driven values, Naboo provided a well-managed corporate retreat that combined practical logistics with thoughtful facilitation, reinforcing its role as a trusted strategic events partner.
Holiday Inn Brooklyn Downtown
As a gateway to New York's culture, the Holiday Inn Brooklyn Downtown was selected as a practical choice for this corporate retreat. Located in the heart of Brooklyn, the venue offers a mix of modern and comfortable spaces that support focused work and informal conversation.
The Holiday Inn features flexible work areas designed for easy transitions from structured sessions to informal gatherings. With shared communal spaces, participants could engage intellectually and socially, fostering an environment that encouraged idea-sharing and relationship building. The layout supported the retreat’s objectives, making it a suitable setting for aligning leadership and program teams.
International Rescue Committee corporate retreat focused on strategy alignment
The three-day corporate retreat in November 2025 delivered on its core purpose of advancing strategy alignment across leadership and program teams. Naboo’s planning and onsite coordination translated the client’s objectives into a focused, productive experience that combined structured work with moments designed to strengthen team cohesion. The overall impression from IRC leadership was positive: the retreat fostered clearer priorities and constructive collaboration while maintaining a professional, engaging atmosphere.
Several factors stood out in client feedback as contributors to the event’s success. The curated offsite activity at Royal Palms Shuffleboard encouraged informal connections among participants, and catering arrangements supported the group’s needs. A few logistical items at the hotel, meeting room comfort, limited snack provisions, and an isolated guest interaction, were noted as areas for improvement and will inform future planning. Despite those points, the qualitative response emphasized a successful alignment-focused outcome.
We liked the atmosphere.
Clients also highlighted Naboo’s execution. From initial planning through vendor coordination and day-of logistics, Naboo’s team maintained clear communication and attention to detail that kept the agenda on track. The recommendation score reflects appreciation for Naboo’s responsiveness and the team’s ability to manage the moving parts of a multi-day program while providing a consistent, supportive presence during the retreat.
The retreat’s structure supported its aims: focused work sessions were paired with experiential and social elements that allowed ideas discussed in the mornings to be explored in more relaxed settings later in the day. This mix of concentrated strategy time and collaborative activities helped participants translate discussion into shared priorities and strengthened working relationships across teams.
Final feedback confirms a constructive engagement: participants rated the experience 4/5, and Naboo earned a 9/10 recommendation. The results show the retreat met the client’s strategic objectives and reinforced the partnership, and Naboo remains in close contact with the organization about potential future opportunities.
Plan your next corporate retreat with Naboo
For improved efficiency, accessibility, and convenience, a well-planned retreat in the city is a practical choice when the venue supports a calm, productive setting. Naboo helps you discover and book urban venues that combine easy travel with reliable meeting infrastructure and quiet workspaces. We offer a range of locations for this type of retreat so you can focus less on logistics and more on fostering productivity. Keep the details simple, and aim for the greatest impact. Learn more about our city retreats here.
Plan with Naboo and do like International Rescue Committee: Take a trip, return as a team.