A company off-site is a corporate gathering held by a company or organization that takes place away from the typical workplace. Company off-sites are valuable to bring teams, leaders, or entire companies together to build morale and improve a company’s productivity and culture. An off-site can be purely professional such as an off-site meeting that follows a rigid meeting template or agenda. Alternatively, an off-site might be a casual affair, sometimes referred to as a company retreat, where team members have the opportunity to disconnect from their typical responsibilities to relax, have fun and connect with colleagues. Off-site activities can include: Strategic planning Establishing goals Kicking-off new projects Quarterly planning Team-building activities Determining/reaffirming team and company values Brainstorming big ideas Sharing feedback Celebrating an achievement Enjoying a fun activity Attending an educational event or conference Going for food