Remote work is no longer new. Companies are leveraging remote or hybrid structures to hire the best people globally, save on office space, and reduce environmental impact. Without opportunities for in-person connection, however, those gains may be short-term.
A 2023 Salesforce study found that 86 percent of employees and executives cite ineffective communication as the primary cause of workplace failures. Naturally, remote work can exacerbate this concern, since teams rely on written or on-screen connection, and statistically feel more isolated in their work.
Wilder Retreats offers a solution. The company customizes group trips based on the client’s specific goals. Often, that goal is resolving tension.
“For many of our clients, the retreat goals range from strategic planning to idea generation or deeper connection,” says Wilder founder, Kirk Reynolds. “For others, the goal is improving communication, or more directly, conflict resolution—and there’s no better stage for that than nature.”
Countless studies have proven that time in nature lowers heart rate and stress levels, and has a positive impact on mental wellness and attention span. Communication is better supported under these conditions, where collaboration can save you.
Through experiences like group hikes, mock survival scenarios, and shelter building, Wilder Retreats encourages teams to face their communication challenges head-on, through creative problem-solving.
“Out there, titles are inconsequential. There’s no time for passive-aggressive approaches, and there are no emojis,” says Reynolds. “People feel free and empowered and connected. I’ve witnessed beautiful breakthroughs.”
Additionally, the return on investment (ROI) of these retreats, calculated through a formula encompassing total payroll, current attrition rate, improved retention rate, and overall cost of attrition, is substantial. By fostering a deeper connection among employees, company retreats increase loyalty, leading to a remarkable reduction in attrition—up to 87% following cultural investments like offsite meetings and retreats.
Wilder Retreats was built to reconnect teams in nature while facilitating in-person meetings in iconic environments like Yosemite National Park. The company manages each aspect of retreat planning, from concept to execution, and embeds a Retreat Specialist at every event to ensure success.
As the nation’s leading nature-based corporate retreat outfitter, Wilder embraces flexibility, curating itineraries that offer something for everyone. Simultaneously, they balance boardrooms with breakout sessions featuring rock climbing, horseback riding, ATV tours, and more.
“I worked in a corporate environment for years,” said Reynolds. “When you extract people from their desks and give them a chance to test themselves and support each other, breaks are bonded.”
To learn more about Wilder Retreats and book a discovery call, visit discoverwilder.com.
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