Pirelli Tyre, the Swiss branch of the global tyre manufacturer known for high-performance tyres for cars and motorcycles, turned to Naboo to organize a Corporate Retreat for 45 adult participants, with the clear objective of learning. The company sought a setting that would move the team away from the usual headquarters rhythm and provide a focused environment for concentrated training and group reflection.
Planned as a compact two-day training event in mid-September, the client expected a non-business hotel in a pleasant location or with a view, comfortable single-room accommodation, and a convivial yet professional atmosphere. Practical requirements were precise: a plenary room for opening and closing sessions, three language-based breakout rooms arranged in a U-shape for smaller Italian, German and French groups, reliable WiFi and AV (monitor, microphone, pointer and audio for video), lunch included with an evening dinner and the option for post-dinner digestifs, but no open bar, and light evening entertainment if it fit the brief. Participants were arriving by their own vehicles, and the event’s recurring twice-yearly rhythm meant the solution needed to be simple, repeatable and respectful of the client’s process.
Naboo responded by crafting a turnkey retreat that balanced hospitality and technical rigor, sourcing a hotel that matched the desired ambiance, coordinating single-room accommodation and on-site catering to the client’s meal preferences, and configuring the plenary and three breakout spaces in the requested U-shape with tested monitors, microphones and audio systems.
Naboo also ensured robust connectivity for all sessions, managed the timing of formal learning blocks and relaxed evening moments, and worked closely with the client’s contact, Elisa Tosi, to deliver a smooth, repeatable experience. The result reinforced Naboo’s role as a strategic, reliable partner able to translate detailed training requirements into a well-executed event.
L'Hôtel Serpiano
Located in the countryside, L'Hôtel Serpiano provides a change of scenery that helps participants shift focus. With its modest architecture and surrounding views, the venue creates a quiet setting that supports learning and connection. The grounds and open spaces give participants room to work and reflect, making it suitable for group discussions and collaborative sessions.
The venue offers flexible workspaces that accommodate different formats of corporate sessions. Modern facilities are integrated with communal areas that support both formal meetings and informal gatherings, allowing attendees to move from workshops to networking moments while keeping a consistent work rhythm.
Pirelli Tyre delivers a learning-focused corporate retreat
The two-day Corporate Retreat organized with Naboo met its main objective of focused learning and professional development. Over the course of the retreat, planning and execution supported a concentrated training agenda while preserving moments for informal connection. The collaboration created a calm and productive atmosphere that balanced intensive sessions with light social interaction, leaving organizers and participants satisfied with the outcome.
Key factors behind the retreat’s success emerged from client feedback: onsite staff were praised for their friendly, practical support, catering was noted for quality and careful handling of dietary needs, and the evening entertainment provided a pleasant close to each day. A minor note regarding room placement for some VIP attendees was raised, but this did not affect the overall positive reaction to the program or hospitality.
The entertainment was well received, the saxophonist stood out.
Naboo’s role was important in translating the brief into a smooth delivery. The team’s planning, clear communication and logistical coordination were highlighted, and their willingness to adapt up to the last moment ensured the client’s needs were met. This attentive approach helped maintain smooth operations across meeting-room setup, meal arrangements and event pacing.
The on-site staff were kind and competent, and they adapted as needed. The catering met expectations and dietary needs were handled carefully.
The retreat followed a structured rhythm that supported learning goals: plenary sessions opened and closed the program, while dedicated breakout rooms allowed language-based subgroup work and focused discussions. Mornings and afternoons alternated concentrated training with interactive exercises, and evenings featured planned dining and light entertainment that reinforced team bonds without distracting from the educational purpose.
Participant feedback and client endorsement confirm the positive outcome: the event earned a participant rating of 5/5 and Naboo received a 9/10 recommendation. The client provided a contact at their Italian headquarters for larger future events and has already scheduled the next seminar with Naboo for March, which indicates continued confidence in the partnership.
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When the objective is uninterrupted strategic planning and stronger team connection, the environment must be chosen carefully. A Corporate Retreat in the countryside offers a blend of quiet and functional facilities, reducing distractions while supporting engagement. We offer different locations for this type of retreat, allowing you to select an appropriate rural option. Start planning your restorative escape, Find out more about our Countryside Corporate Retreat here.
Plan with Naboo and do like Pirelli Tyre: Go on a trip, come back as a team.