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At DeciBio, we believe that investing in our community is one of the most impactful decisions we can make as a company. Our offsites have been a cornerstone of our culture and have grown into one of our most cherished traditions. From brainstorming bold ideas for the future to reflecting on lessons learned, or simply enjoying a shared laugh over breakfast, these events embody the ethos of DeciBio.

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“Since our founding, we have held offsites to amplify our core values of passion, community, thought leadership, and entrepreneurship; These gatherings are essential for transforming collaboration into innovation and strengthening the ‘connective tissue’ that drives our success.”  ‍

- David Cavanaugh, Co-Founder & Senior Partner

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Here’s why we continue to see incredible ROI from our unique approach to offsites:

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1. The Power of Combining Strategy, Fun, and Relaxation

Our offsites are carefully designed to strike the perfect balance between strategic planning, team bonding, and relaxation. By combining forward-looking strategy sessions with team-oriented breakout discussions, we ensure that every team member has a voice in shaping DeciBio’s future. This alignment creates a shared sense of purpose and excitement for the journey ahead.

At the same time, we bring creativity and fun to our offsites, incorporating activities like field day competitions, custom crossword puzzles designed specifically about our team, or simply relaxing by the pool together. These moments go beyond mere enjoyment—they provide our team with a chance to unwind and recharge, both physically and mentally. This balance of focused work, intentional relaxation, and fun builds the trust and camaraderie that drive collaboration and keeps our team energized long after the offsite wraps up.

2. Strengthening Team Bonds Across Borders

With team members spread across the U.S. and internationally, face-to-face connection is a rare and invaluable opportunity. Bringing everyone together allows us to break out of our daily silos, connect beyond Slack messages and Zoom calls, and strengthen relationships that are essential for effective teamwork.

These offsites also provide a unique chance for team members at all levels to connect and engage directly. Junior team members can connect closely with senior leaders in a relaxed setting, fostering mentorship, sharing ideas, and building mutual respect. This cross-level interaction reinforces our inclusive, team-oriented culture and ensures that everyone feels valued and heard.

Every year, new team members join DeciBio and often comment on how welcoming and team-oriented the culture feels. We credit much of that to the deep bonds we build at our offsites.

3. Offsites for the Team, By the Team

What makes our offsites truly special is that they are created for the team, by the team. DeciBio’s offsites are more than just an event planned by leadership—they’re crafted with input from our entire team. Our Culture Committee and Analysts play a central role in organizing every detail, from finding the perfect venue to curating activities and budgeting for travel and meals.

This structure embodies DeciBio’s commitment to empowering junior employees with meaningful responsibilities early in their careers. Organizing the offsite gives Analysts a chance to lead a major company initiative, strengthening their sense of ownership and connection to the team.

The result is an offsite that reflects the diverse interests and ideas of our team, ensuring everyone feels engaged and excited. It’s a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit and creativity that define DeciBio’s culture. And this effort isn’t just a one-time, annual occurrence. It’s aligned with our ongoing Culture Committee initiatives, where we actively work to build a strong, inclusive environment year-round.

The ROI of Offsites

For us, the ROI is clear. From improved collaboration to stronger alignment, greater employee satisfaction, higher retention, and even innovations sparked during casual conversations, these offsites drive measurable business value. They remind us that our people are our greatest asset—and that creating space for them to connect, dream big, and recharge is always worth the investment.

We’re grateful to have continued this tradition year after year and look forward to the many exciting offsites to come.

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