The 6th edition of the Arłamów Business Challenge, a prestigious event for representatives of the largest companies and corporations from all over Poland, took place from 30 June to 2 July 2024 in the picturesque scenery of Arłamów. Following the keynote "Building Bridges: Strategies for Integrating Generations in the Business Environment", the invited guests and experts jointly reflected on the challenges and strategies for integrating generations in today's organisations.
In the rapidly changing business world, it is becoming increasingly important to bring generations together and draw on the diverse experience of employees. In response to this need, the 6th edition of the Arłamów Business Challenge was held under the title: "Building Bridges: Strategies for Integrating Generations into the Business Environment". Invited guests, speakers and experts had a unique opportunity to discuss how to combine knowledge and experience with youthful energy and innovation.
Dr Monika Sońta (organisational communication expert and technology sociologist), Romeo Grzębowski (Chief Inspiration Officer at Extended Tools Polska), Maja Gojtowska (HR trends observer, consultant, trainer) and Iwona Wencel (HR Executive, HR Performance Mentor), accompanied by the host Maciej Kautz and with the active participation of the event's participants, presented key issues related to generational diversity in the business environment - at the same time answering the question of how to build bridges using the different experiences of representatives of successive generations, taking into account their needs. Some of the conclusions drawn were particularly surprising.
The next item on the substantive parts was a debate with the following participants: Monika Wojnowska (SAMSUNG), Małgorzata Michalczyk (Colliers), Agnieszka Majkowska (Pru), Justyna Jankowska (NetWorks) and Maciej Straus (Hotel Arłamów). The discussion was moderated by Roman Młodkowski. Participants in the discussion shared their experiences of intergenerational integration, methods of intergenerational communication and best, not necessarily obvious, practices for managing multi-generational teams in their companies.
Taking advantage of the fact that this was the first summer edition of the Arłamów Business Challenge, participants were able to enjoy a unique Italian dinner with live music on the terrace of the Panorama café. Admiring the beautiful view of the nearby mountains, guests enjoyed delicious Italian cuisine accompanied by Vito Casetti.
The next day started actively, in line with the #ArłaMOVE philosophy promoted by the hotel. Ewa Chodakowska and Adam Kszczot took care of the participants' morning start-up.
In turn, the sporting Olympiad organised by the Arłamów Hotel proved to be a great opportunity not only to test one's abilities, but also to integrate and cooperate as a team. The Arłamów SPA team took care of the relaxation and regeneration of the participants.
The spectacular end, and at the same time the conclusion of ABC, was the evening gala in the hotel's Patio. The inestimable Rafał Maserak, the Stage Fever band and Hirek Wrona served the guests a unique musical setting and excellent entertainment, and another surprise was a speech by traveller Tomasz Michniewicz. The best taste sensations were taken care of by the Chef of the Arłamów Hotel with his team.
The next edition of the Arlamów Business Challenge (ABC) is now history. For the fifth time, the Arłamów Hotel invited representatives of the largest companies and corporations from all over Poland to participate in this flagship event for the MICE sector.
On 5-7 November 2023, more than 250 participants met at the gates of the Bieszczady Mountains to grapple with the most important and topical issues affecting the conference and events sector. In line with this year's slogan ABC: "The magic of events in the age of artificial intelligence", the theme was artificial intelligence and its impact on the industry.
Participants in this year's ABC were welcomed with a delicious lunch, relaxation in the Arłamów SPA, evening Sauna Ceremonies and a Tibetan bowls concert. In the evening, a dinner awaited everyone at the Inn with regional cuisine and live music. Undoubtedly one of the most interesting attractions for the ABC participants was the opportunity to take a peek behind the scenes and participate in the Sports Channel's 'Hejt Park' programme. This hugely popular online programme format was produced and broadcast live from Arlamow.
In the content part, the invited Guests took part in lectures and interactive sessions led by excellent speakers:
Tomasz Graszewicz (CEO of AI Wizards) - "Inspiration for the event industry from artificial intelligence" Maciej Stoinski,
Jędrzej Stoinski (Yepp AI) - "AI Revolution: how artificial intelligence is changing the rules of the game in business, sport and events"
Jarosław Królewski (Synerise / Wisła Kraków) - "AI and coding of the future: Designing the world of tomorrow"
Michał Kanarkiewicz - "Strategies of chess masters in business"
Milczarek Bukowski Trio - " Edutainment in events or Mentoring Theatre as a tool at the borderline of theatre, training, inspirational lectures and stand ups"
Also on the agenda was a panel discussion "AI generates success: business, sport and events in the generative game of Artificial Intelligence" - moderated by Maciej Straus (Hotel Arłamów) with the participation of: Piotr Obidzinski (Accenture LoA, Raków Częstochowa), Dr Maciej Chrzanowski (Rzeszów University of Technology, Kozminski University), Estera Hass-Abgarowicz (Asseco Poland S.A), Jonasz Danilewicz (Ernst&Young), Dariusz Rogala (Samsung) and Karol Borkowski (Volvo Car).
After the content-related part of the event, the participants had the opportunity to get to know and test one of the hotel's original games "Arłamów without a curtain", try their hand at chess master games with Michal Kanarkiewicz, and as a relaxing experience enjoy the Sauna Ceremony organised by the Arłamów Spa or calm down during a Tibetan bowls concert.
Zakończeniem i jednocześnie podsumowaniem dwudniowego spotkania była wieczorna gala w hotelowym Patio. O najlepsze doznania smakowe zadbał Szef Kuchni Hotelu Arłamów wraz ze swoim zespołem. Oprawę muzyczną zapewnił znakomity zespół Stage Fever.
"Reach for the stars" was the leitmotif of the fourth edition of the Arłamów Business Challenge (ABC), held on 23-25 October 2022. ABC is a cyclical event to which representatives of the largest companies and corporations from all over Poland who organise events and happenings in the MICE sector are invited. This edition attracted almost 120 participants.
Participants in the recent 2022 edition had the opportunity to get to know the hotel complex over two days. They also took part in an original game of Arlamów without a curtain. We encourage you to watch the video report.
We welcomed our guests with small gifts created, among other things, thanks to the cooperation with our partners MeetingPlanner.pl, Toton Show and Nanushki. On this day, those willing could take part in Sauna Ceremonies conducted by the Saunamaster in the hotel SPA. We ended the evening watching the stars together with Karol Wójcicki and a feast in the Inn with regional delicacies accompanied by live music.
Day two began with a workshop entitled 'Motivation, professionalism, mastery'. The panellists included Krzysztof Ignaczak (sport), Adam Kram (music), Karol Wójcicki (science) and the President of Hotel Arłamów, Michał Kozak (business). They talked about passion, consistency, a good plan, achieving goals - championships from different perspectives. The business panel dealt with the organisation of championship events, and the participants analysed the value of trends in this context and whether they help to achieve the goal. The discussions were moderated by Magdalena Kondas from MeetingPlanner.pl.
At the end of the content part, psychologist and business coach Wojciech Herra presented the seven principles of masterful teams, according to the thesis that good cooperation has many faces.
Participants took part in an original game: Arłamów without a Curtain - with elements of the People's Republic of Poland and the history of Arlamow woven in. The games aroused in the participants a desire to compete and work in groups. It was a great option for corporate team building.
In the evening, a festive banquet was held in the hotel's Patio. Attendees had the opportunity to listen to and be entertained by one of the best cover bands Stage Fever.
The third edition of the industry event, in close proximity to nature at the gates of the Bieszczady Mountains, was held under the motto of activity according to the #ArłaMOVE philosophy. Representatives of major companies and corporations had the opportunity to test the entire range of attractions offered by the Arłamów Hotel.
Participants in this year's edition had the opportunity to get to know the hotel complex over three days. They also took part in several original games of the Arłamów Hotel. We encourage you to watch the video report.
We welcomed our guests with small gifts created, among other things, thanks to the cooperation with our partners Barbat and Nanushki. On this day, those willing could take part in Sauna Ceremonies conducted by the Saunamaster in the hotel SPA. We ended the evening with a feast in the Inn with regional delicacies accompanied by the music of a local band.
Day two began with substantive presentations and engaging debates featuring our ambassadors Otylia Jędrzejczak and Krzysztof Ignaczak, as well as other sporting champions: Anita Włodarczyk and Adam Kszczot. The debates were moderated by Magdalena Konadas - editor-in-chief of the meetingplanner.pl portal, which took patronage of the entire event.
The theme of the meeting was the Hotel's #ArłaMOVE philosophy, which encourages an active lifestyle. During the panel part, there were also discussions about motivating corporations to organise corporate events where sport is expected to play an important role.
At the end of the content part, Wojciech Herra gave a lecture in which he showed the relationship between sport and business, also proving that a match is won in the changing room.
Participants took part in two original games: Arłamów Adventure Race - an off-road-survival game, and Arłamów without a Curtain - with elements of the People's Republic of Poland and Arłamów's history woven in. The games motivated the participants to compete as well as work in groups. It was a great idea for corporate team building!
In the evening it was time for an exquisite banquet and great entertainment in our hotel Patio. Participants had the opportunity to listen and dance to live music - the band Second Week performed on stage.
For the second time, we have invited to Arłamow representatives of the largest companies and corporations from all over Poland that organise events in the MICE sector. The main theme of this year's Arłamów Business Challenge was ecology, zero waste and sustainable development.
Over the course of three days, participants learnt about the #EKOArłamów and #HolisticMICE projects - our proprietary programmes through which we introduce environmental policies at our facility.
We welcomed our guests to an intimate party at the Inn. There was no shortage of environmental themes. We had a truly environmentally friendly photo shoot!
ABC also features inspiring speakers: Wojciech Herra, Agnieszka Nadstawna and an industry debate hosted by Magdalena Kondas and Sylwia Banaszewska from MeetingPlanner.pl. And all this on the subject of zero-waste and sustainable events, their planning and communication.
Together with our guests, we embarked on a tour of the nature trail. Participants had the opportunity to see a salamander, learn more about the history of the construction of the Hotel and see how we take care of our woodlands. After getting close to the natural area of Arłamów, we gave nature a beautiful gift - together we planted over 100 trees!
We offered our guests a range of activities to choose from. Some chose the seclusion of the SPA and a relaxing afternoon. Others, on the other hand, decided to go on a journey through Arłamów with us and took part in the Arłamów Without a Curtain outdoor game. Here they learnt the secrets of Arłamów's history and met the puzzles and challenges set before them.
Our meeting was also filled with excellent food. After a celebratory dinner topped off the event, everyone set off to enjoy the great music of the band Stage Fever.
For the second time, the Event Industry Olympiad was held in Arłamów. Representatives of renowned advertising agencies were invited for three days filled with attractions and knowledge. The aim of our meeting was to develop the industry and show our partners why it is worth organising various types of events in Arłamów.
Our guests were greeted with full enthusiasm on the pitch. Team Arlamow faced a team from the event industry. The official start of the Arłamów MICE Games 2019 took place during a gala dinner in the Residence's a'la carte Restaurant.
The next day was filled with passionate knowledge. The first speaker was Piotr Tomala, a member of the national team of the Polish Mountaineering Association. The next workshop - "Business savoir-vivre - authenticity, effectiveness, principles... What business etiquette says and what practice says" - was conducted by Agnieszka Maruda-Sperczak. The substantive part ended with a panel discussion - "Without crossing boundaries, you will not be successful in the event industry". - moderated by Magdalena Kondas. Keeping our meetings in a holistic convention, we made sure that between the panels our guests had time to eat and relax.
Another item on the agenda was the popular outdoor game Smugglers' March or, alternatively, a sports Olympiad combined with orienteering. Both activities offered guests a healthy dose of exercise, a pinch of knowledge and a lot of delicious fun.
The last day was spent in sport. A wide range of activities awaited the participants, including:
We rounded off this emotional day, and the whole event, with a tasty lunch.
On 28-30 October, the Arłamów Hotel hosted another event for the MICE sector - after the Arłamów MICE Games in July for representatives of event agencies, the time has come for the Arłamów Business Challenge. This time, representatives of the largest companies and corporations which organise events in the MICE segment were invited. The two-day meeting was attended by almost 70 participants representing companies from all over Poland.
Guests of the first edition of ABC were welcomed with an official lunch, then, during a tour of the hotel, we presented what the Arłamów complex can boast. The first day saw a debate on "(R)evolution in the meetings industry" led by Magdalena Kondas (MeetingPlanner.pl) and a certified training workshop.
Day two was marked by integration - sporty and otherwise. ABC participants competed in competitions such as football, shooting, climbing, running and rope walking. Some of them also took up the challenge in the escape room, going back in time to the period of Lech Wałęsa's internment in Arłamów. After the intense struggles, it was time for regeneration and relaxation at the Arłamów SPA. Our guests were able to take part in sauna ceremonies led by a qualified sauna master.
The summary of the sporting competition and the presentation of prizes took place over a delicious dinner. At the end, we surprised the participants with additional attractions - quad bike rides on the grounds of the hunting centre in Tricity, which belongs to the hotel, and off-road rides in off-road vehicles at the nearby Arłamów Airport.
In 2018, the Arłamów Hotel launched a series of industry meetings called Arłamów MICE Games. This innovative project aims to integrate event professionals and spread knowledge in their area of activity. We combined the content part with a number of attractive activities. The event was an excellent opportunity to show our guests first-hand how much Arłamów has to offer.
On the very first day, a debate was held on important and more important things in the event industry. Speakers included presidents Marta Dynin-Michałowska from SBE, Sebastian Oprządek (KAE) and Marta Kicler (MPI). The discussion was supervised by Magdalena Kondas, editor-in-chief of Meeting Planner.
The next day of our meeting was marked by sport and fun. All those wishing could take part in the Golf Academy. The Sports Olympics, where representatives of event companies competed in healthy rivalry, was also in full swing. Afterwards, we surprised our guests with puzzles to solve during Escape Room Suite 52.
On the last day, we prepared a special attraction - the Air Force Games. Our guests had the opportunity to drive sports cars on the tarmac of our airport and then take to the skies. Participants flew in avionettes and some even decided to go skydiving. The excitement was at its peak!
