Last week I attended the Engage Employee Summit in London and came away feeling very positive about where organisations are heading, unlike the amazing Banksy statue above!!! There was a huge amount of discussion around executive coaching, leadership development, team off-sites, and creating environments where people can think clearly, communicate effectively, and align around a shared mission. But it was also clear that the rapid evolution of AI and the changing world of bus

I first met Linzy back in 2016. On a 6am run at an All Staff Retreat in Panama, where we realised that we were approaching the same challenge from different angles, how do you actually change behaviour, not just talk about it? Fast forward to today, and we are bringing that thinking together through a partnership between HOWARD&Co and Osprey Leadership Consulting. Most organisations invest in leadership, most organisations run events, very few connect the two in a way that ac

High performing teams are rarely built in day-to-day environments. We find that the best retreats create space for clarity, alignment, challenge, and better decision making, but before designing any retreat, as we leave nothing to chance, these are some of the questions that really matter: Are your leadership teams truly aligned? Where do communication and decision making break down? Are your executives spending enough time thinking strategically versus operationally? What co

Following on from my last post around leadership, coaching, and environment, I wanted to mention that I will be in London from 19–22 May and attending Engage Employee, so if you are currently thinking about leadership retreats, executive off-sites, team experiences, or ways to bring your people together more effectively, and based in London or attending, I would love to meet. At HOWARD&Co, we work closely with organisations to tailor make experiences around their goals, wheth

A client dropped me a message recently, as apparently our name had come up more than once in conversations with their peers. They were looking to plan a celebratory trip for a group of 18 people, where they wanted a private, seamless, and memorable time to reconnect, share moments, have lots of fun, enjoy the view, relax and simply breathe. My answer was simple. " I would be delighted to design this with you, as Switzerland really has it all ". Whether your looking for time

Real progress starts with people, but it is also shaped by the environment you bring them into. When the right people come together with clear intent, in a space designed for performance, you create the conditions for success. This is especially true for executive coaching as the best leaders are not short of knowledge, what they need is clarity, challenge, and the space to think differently. Through genuine relationships, honest feedback, and focused goal setting, executive

From 7–11 July 2026 in Geneva, the WSIS Forum will bring together governments, tech companies, and global organisations shaping the future of digital society. But what happens after the sessions end? well this is where the real conversations begin. At HOWARD&CO , we work with events teams and global organisations to design those moments, creating spaces where colleagues, partners, and communities come together in a setting that feels considered, calm, and purposeful. Whether

Thinking one format works everywhere, is a pretty common mistake! A brand invests in a trailer, a container or a mobile showroom and expects it to perform across every environment from train stations, city centres, sports events, festivals. Same unit, same setup, same expectation, but here's the thing , it rarely works. Different environments demand different thinking and her's why! A commuter in a train station maybe has 30 seconds. A visitor at a public event might give yo

It starts somewhere else. Sometimes it starts high in the mountains, in a place with no cars, no noise, just altitude and air so clean it forces you to slow down. I am thinking of the perfect picture, postcard mountain village of Wengen, where perspective shifts, with uninterrupted views of the Jungfrau and complete disconnection from everyday life. Or slightly lower, but no less powerful, the lovely town mountain resort of Villars with its open views, light, and balance.This

When a year starts strong, teams often push harder and move faster. Meetings multiply. Messages never stop. Deadlines arrive one after another. Energy slowly drains. The most effective organisations recognise this early. Instead of pushing through fatigue, they create space to step back, reconnect, and think clearly again. A well designed retreat does exactly that. It realigns teams, restores focus, and brings people back together face to face. When people reconnect, ideas

Many AI companies focus on helping businesses become faster, smarter, and more efficient, but the real question is, can your AI help countries? Governments around the world are searching for solutions to major challenges in: Healthcare, Finance, Mobility, Life Sciences, Education, Climate and sustainability, Public services, R&D and many more areas. At the AI for Good Global Summit has grown exponentially over the last three years and is now one of the world’s most influentia

Over the past weeks, many colleagues and friends in the GCC events community have been navigating extremely difficult circumstances. Planning events, conferences, and corporate moments while conflict unfolds nearby is not something any event professional should have to manage and my thoughts are very much with everyone affected. For organisations that still need to bring people together safely and with confidence, whether for leadership retreats, investor gatherings, conferen

I have also thought that the environment where someone stands dictates the vision they see and as we approach spring, and the snow recedes, the Swiss valleys and Lakes awake with vibrant green and blue, a unique, invigorating energy emerges that only an Alpine spring can provide. The Magic of High Altitudes and Shimmering Lakes There is an amazing shift that occurs when you exchange the city's noise for the crisp, thin air of the Alps. Imagine a boardroom with a panoramic win

There is something powerful about taking people out of their everyday environment and placing them somewhere that changes how they think, feel, and connect. Recently, we worked with an international client to design and deliver a 24-person corporate retreat in Switzerland, built around one simple idea: create space for clarity, alignment, and genuine connection. The Brief The group needed more than just a meeting, they wanted: • A board-style working session with real focus a

Winter dinners have a unique ability to bring people together. In warm, softly lit spaces, conversations deepen and connections form naturally. A shared table becomes one of the most powerful tools for creating trust and memorable experiences.

As technology accelerates, human connection has become the new luxury. Winter events in Switzerland offer a rare opportunity for guests to slow down, meet face to face, and experience gatherings that feel intimate and unforgettable.

Switzerland has become one of the most sought after destinations for high impact events. The landscape is extraordinary, yet it is the way an event is shaped through design, intention, and creativity that turns a beautiful setting into a memorable experience.

Celebration is more than a seasonal tradition. It is a powerful way to bring people together, restore connection, and close the year with meaning. When teams gather in person, trust deepens and shared purpose becomes visible again. A thoughtful year end event is not about scale. It is about creating a moment that feels human, warm, and memorable.

True engagement begins when people stop observing and start feeling. Immersive brand experiences invite audiences to step inside a story, to see, hear, and touch what a brand truly stands for. In a world filled with noise, these moments of emotion and artistry cut through — transforming brands into living experiences that stay with people long after the lights fade. Discover the art of immersive storytelling: www.howardandco.ch #howardandcoch #howardandco_events

The people who turn ideas into experiences that move people. Every Howard&Co event is the work of a team that understands both structure and emotion. From concept to delivery, we bring together creative thinkers, producers, and experience designers who know that the smallest details shape the biggest memories. Our work takes us across Switzerland and Europe, from mountain summits to lakeside terraces and historic city venues, where every project becomes a story of collaborati