Learn how Formic planned a 50-person glamping retreat in the Catskills in just one month—with zero event planning experience. See how Marco made it happen.
“"Ali was extremely quick to respond, organized, and had a full proposal ready for me on our first call based on the brief questionnaire I filled out with information such as headcount, general geography we wanted to be in, and budget. It was amazing how targeted and relevant her recommended next steps were. I felt like I was in good hands from the start."”
Formic Technologies, a fully remote robotics and software company, enlisted Marco Experiences to plan an unforgettable company offsite for their 50 employees in the Catskills. They needed a location that would inspire their team and create an engaging atmosphere for team-building. With Marco’s expertise, they found the perfect retreat—a unique glamping experience in Saugerties, NY, something Formic says they "never would have discovered without Marco."
Planning a corporate retreat or company offsite without experience can be daunting. Formic's team members, Christine Keelan and Vilma Jaku, were tasked with planning their company’s largest offsite with no prior event planning experience. They needed a partner who could help them create a memorable, engaging retreat on a tight timeline and budget.
After Googling how to plan a company offsite, Christine and Vilma found Marco Experiences—a company specializing in unique corporate retreats.
After completing the quick needs assessment on the Marco website, Christine and Vilma connected with Marco Retreats Expert Ali Brown. She immediately understood their vision and suggested a one-of-a-kind glamping experience in the Catskills, featuring luxury Airstream accommodations. Each employee had their own Airstream, providing a balance of comfort and adventure.
This location and concept was a perfect fit for the Formic team retreat, offering the opportunity for both productive work sessions and fun, bonding experiences.
In just over a month of planning, Marco Experiences helped Formic pull off their unforgettable corporate offsite in Saugerties, NY. The team enjoyed a mix of work and play, including:
By choosing Marco Experiences, Formic avoided the stress and time-consuming tasks of offsite planning, allowing them to focus on what really mattered—team building and fostering their company culture.
The team was incredible — extremely personable, professional, and organized. I appreciate their passion and areas of genius around creating a fully realized experience for our organization.
Marco handled the full negotiation with the hotel. We compared 9 properties side-by-side, picked the Moxy, and had a signed contract in 10 days. I knew exactly what we were paying from day one, no sur…
