Winter Drinks: 🔥 beyONd Extinguishing Fires - Fire fighter to Fire-keeper 🔥
As an operations leader, how many times have you talked about yourself as the person who fights fires in your organisation?
Join us on Tuesday 6th February for an inspiring event where we celebrate the vital role of operational leaders, who tirelessly maintain the energy and momentum needed to achieve ambitious goals, especially during challenging times. 🔥
Truth is, our roles stretch far beyond extinguishing fires. At ON, we’ve been inspired (and warmed) by the traditions and practice of what it means to keep the fire going — knowing when to let it burn to light the way, or when to dial it down in the midst of the inevitable startup chaos.
Across several indigenous communities, the Fire Keeper hold a significant and vital role, symbolising the heart of communal life. Just like these fire keepers, in the world of startups, we, operations leaders, are not just firefighting; we are custodians of the flame. Our job is to manage the fires strategically.
In essence, fire remains a core element in operations. It's the energy that drives us and the challenge that keeps us sharp. Our role is to harness this fire, using it to forge and shape the future of our organisation.🔥 We're the fire keepers, not just the firefighters, playing a crucial role in guiding our startups through their growth and transformations. 👨🚒
This celebration focuses on embracing the true nature of our work, recognising the importance of our roles, and ensuring that your inner drive remains fuelled through the toughest seasons.
This year, we're excited to collaborate with 🏕️ WorkTripp, experts in fostering significant connections at offsites. They have masterfully designed an evening filled with intentional networking, personal growth, and insightful learning experiences. ❤️🔥
What you can expect:
We have shaken things up a bit so you get to choose your own path at this event:
Sign up to one of 3 intimate 30-minute circle-sessions where you’ll use your time to think strategically about team connection and leave with a plan to keep the fire stoked at your company all year-round. (Limited to 18 places available. There is an option to be a silent observer and learn on the sides).🤓
Alternatively, charge up with some decompression time with your favourite people. Network with familiar faces to learn, grow, and laugh with. We’ll throw in some speed networking so everyone goes home with a new contact. 🗣️
Rid yourself of any bad habits or friction points at work. Assign these to the metaphorical fire and - if you are feeling bold - share what you’re shedding and taking on new in 2024 with our open mic. 🎤
There will be drinks, nibbles, and an ON classic: the introvert corner... with a bit of a twist. 👀
Timetable:
Please be aware that participation in the circle sessions, speed networking, and open mic events is entirely optional. If you choose not to attend these activities, there will still be ample opportunities to enjoy drinks, snacks, and casual conversations with your fellow operators.
6:00pm-6:30pm: Welcome at registration, drinks and food 🍕
6:30pm-6:45pm: A quick run down of the speed networking, circle sessions and open mic to come...
6:45pm-7:10pm: Circle session group 1
7:10pm-7:25pm: Break / Speed networking session for 5 mins
7:25pm - 7:50pm: Circle session group 2
7:50pm - 8:05pm: Break / Speed networking session for 5 mins
8:05pm - 8:30pm: Circle session group 3
8:30pm - 9:00pm: Open Mic 🎤
9:00pm: Afterparty at the Clerk and Well 🥂
Why you should attend:
Feel more in control of 2024 📆
Create space to create a year-round team connection plan 🤝
Connect with new and familiar faces to recharge your batteries, learn and grow 🌱 (we just really want to see you all again)
Huge thank you to our partners 🙌
Our main event partner 🏕️ WorkTripp helps leaders create high-impact offsites, to boost culture, connection and creativity in their team. Whether you use our vetted marketplace, ready-to-roll programmed retreats or bespoke service, you'll save hours of organisational legwork - and they'll measure the impact for you too.
We all know how much work it is to put together a really effective offsite, and we are stoked that they are using their expertise for us to see! 👀
We are also incredibly thankful to our venue partner 🌇 Tally Workspace for hosting us in one of their incredible event space: Second Home Clerkenwell.
With full coverage of the market - Tally Workspace's incredible team of property experts will provide transparent and high-quality advice - so you can find the best workspace for your team whatever your budget and requirements.
Second Home is a creative workspace and cultural venue, inspired by nature and designed to foster creativity and collaboration. They offer a variety of flexible working options, from private offices to hot desks, and let operations folks come and party there too. 🥳
🍷 Laylo was created for wine lovers, by wine lovers (one of whom is the ON Community member! 💪) Their delicious and beautifully boxed wine helps make environmentally conscious drinking a no-brainer and we are so grateful for them sponsoring us with some delicious wine you can try throughout the evening.
Many many thanks to our Community Partners:
Capsule, JBM, Onside, Pento, Qatalog, Trust Keith, Stacker and of course WorkTripp, We're endlessly grateful for your advice and support. 🙌