JAM Events

13/10/2023

JAM's vision is to get 1 million people playing every year. Are you down?

Make play your work, and check out your job opportunities at https://ow.ly/aMIE50PWtNk!

26/09/2023

Survey Says (our version of Family Feud) is JAM’s most popular team-building experience so when Accedo.tv called us up, we couldn’t be more thrilled!

Here’s what they said about their experience:

⭐How was your experience with the sales and production team? ➡ 10/10
⭐How would you rate your event hosts? ➡ 10/10
⭐How would you rate your overall experience with JAM? ➡ 10/10
⭐How likely are you to recommend JAM to a friend or colleague? ➡ 10/10
⭐Is there anything else that you’d like us to know? ➡ “Amazing work! Thank you!”

Here’s the thing: Survey Says is excellent for collaborative vibes, creative brainstorming, and a little friendly competition. (And you might learn some fun facts about each other!)

That's what we mean when we talk about the Power of PLAY. Companies that PLAY together, STAY together!

Accedo-TV, thank YOU for letting us do what we love to do! ♥

18/09/2023

Discover the Power of PLAY! ⭐ At 3pm (ET) TODAY, the JAM production team will walk you through Survey Says (our version of Family Feud). In fact, all month you can check out our most popular team-building experience that brings your remote and hybrid teams together.

➡ Ask questions!
➡ Bring guests!
➡ Register for as many demos as you’d like!

Find your FUN:

😍 September 18th, check out Survey Says... Top answers are on the board. Collaboration and cooperation are the keys to this virtual “Family Feud” style game.

🤩 On September 20th & 26th, we've got Word Play... Work together to guess the right word in each wacky category. Filling your card with ‘green’ is the golden ticket to maximum points!

😎 And on September 28th, we get our JeoParty on!... Get your daily double dose of laughter with our version of ‘Jeopardy.’ I’ll take PLAY for $500.

Don't miss out! Discover how a mid-day PLAY break can connect your team, boost productivity and create a culture that gives your people more reasons to love where they work.

👉REGISTER HERE: https://ow.ly/mKtf50PHAx6

15/09/2023

PSL is brain food, right?! ☕ Well, even if it isn’t, drink up and start channeling your inner Trivia warrior! Next Tuesday we’re saying ‘Hello’ to fall with Autumn Trivia!

Test your knowledge, share some laughs with your people and crown the ultimate Trivia Champion. (Did we mention it’s FREE?)

Here’s how it works:
➡ One person from your team registers for the event.
➡ Share the confirmation email (And the Zoom link) with your team
➡ Sign-in and get ready to PLAY!

Whether your team is remote, hybrid or in-person, there’s no better way to connect with your team than through PLAY! 💯

REGISTER HERE: https://ow.ly/qmsy50PHAac

14/09/2023

It’s true. Holiday planning is officially here and it’s no time to be playing reindeer games. This is your festive wake-up call! Don’t miss out on the chance to crank up the holiday vibes with JAM-filled fun.

👉 Let's get planning! https://ow.ly/HXlp50PHilP

13/09/2023

Last month, we had the pleasure of teaming up with our friends at Labatt Breweries of Canada to host an unforgettable Beach Volleyball Tourney at Toronto’s Ashbridge’s Bay. 🏖🏐

This wasn’t your typical marketing vs. accounting showdown… It was a city-on-city battle with the whole company rallying together for a day of competition and camaraderie!

It was an extraordinary triumph! 🎖🎉 After all, when it comes to bringing your people together for engaging, laughter-filled, playful experiences, who better to call than JAM?!

➡ Here’s what Mitchell from the planning department had to say:

“The Event Hosts, Angelo and Adam, made the day-of experience SO MUCH BETTER. From interacting with everyone, to playing music, to keeping the day on schedule, they were amazing to work with and would recommend them to anyone and everyone I know.

Event Producer, David, was perfect to plan with. Always on time and easy to communicate with. He always tried to make all my requests work and he executed on everything promised. Would ask for him again on any event I plan.

Kent on the Sales Team was a pleasure to chat with as I was getting the quote and trying to think of how we can work together to make this event happen. With this events success, I will be reaching out next year again to hopefully further our partnership with JAM.

Looking forward to many more successful events to come :)”

💙💙💙💙💙

What can we say?! We love to serve up FUN that brings teams like Labatt together. 🙌

Making play a part of your company’s culture fosters community that extends to the workplace and gives your team more reasons to love where they work.

To Mitchell and Labatt, thank YOU for believing in the Power of PLAY! 🌟

08/09/2023

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s JAM’s Event Production Manager, David Maika, winning this August’s Core Value Award. 🏆

David (affectionately called Maika at HQ) proves again and again why he’s the hostess with most-est getting not 1, not 2, but 5 nods from teammates shouting out his mad skills and dedication to GOOD WORK.

Here’s what they have to say:

⭐This guy along (with his team) has been taking down one of the biggest and busiest tournament schedules we have had in many years. Thank you very much for all the hard work and effort and I'm excited to see where you're going to take this part of the company. - Rolston Miller

⭐ Maika and a crazy month of tournaments - Daniela Perez

⭐ Shout out to Maika and the whole events team for hosting and crushing all of these tournaments lately. Keep getting s**t done! Daniel Concepcion

⭐ He’s da man. Always takes pride in our event buildings and performance in live events or tourneys. Never a bad day for him. -Jordan Stal

⭐ Maika has been the Titan of Tournaments this month. He's been going over and above to ensure our tournaments run smooth as can be and our players have the best time ever. Thank you for all of your hard work on this! Appreciate you. -Susan Lute

⭐ I always appreciate having client meetings with David because he's so great at putting them at ease with all their logistical questions, which helps to ensure great events. -Kent Heggie

Congrats, Maika! You embody JAM’s Core Values and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have you on the team.

07/09/2023

Dive into the details of our top team-building experiences. Join us for a FREE Demo where the JAM production team will give you an in-depth demonstration of our most popular games and events and be there to answer all your burning questions. 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️

➡ Ask questions!
➡ Bring guests!
➡ Register for as many demos as you’d like!

Find your fun!

😍 On September 12th & 18th, check out Survey Says... Top answers are on the board. Collaboration and cooperation are the keys to this virtual “Family Feud” style game.

🤩 On September 20th & 26th, we've got Word Play... Work together to guess the right word in each wacky category. Filling your card with ‘green’ is the golden ticket to maximum points!

😎 And on September 28th, we get our JeoParty on!... Get your daily double dose of laughter with our version of ‘Jeopardy.’ I’ll take PLAY for $500.

Don't miss out! Discover the power of PLAY and create a culture that gives your people more reasons to love where they work.

REGISTER HERE: https://jamgroupevents.com/free-demo/

07/09/2023

JAM CEO Kristi Herold had the awesome pleasure of speaking with brilliant Allison Walsh on the podcast!

In this episode, Kristi shares how:

💙 PLAY at work is not just for kids but the catalyst for real connections that drive businesses forward.
💙 Despite losing 18 months of revenue, the pandemic turned out to be a great learning and growing experience for my team and our business.
💙 Asking the question “What do I have to lose?” has built into a multimillion-dollar corporation that makes the world a better place!
LISTEN HERE: PODCAST | Allison Walsh (https://ow.ly/ph3M50PHix7)

06/09/2023

Ready to ramp up your workplace mojo and create a culture that’s cooler than a cucumber in an ice bath? Get a company sports team going. Seriously! Here are 5 reasons why:

1) The Ultimate Stress Reliever. 🧠 Work can be a pressure cooker, am I right? But smacking that ball like a champ (without all those legal waivers) can be downright cathartic. It's like therapy with a jersey!

2) Teammate Turned Friend. 👨🏽‍🤝‍👨🏻 Cheering for a common goal brings people together in a way that water cooler chats can't. You'll uncover hidden talents in your colleagues and forge friendships that'll outlast any overtime.

3) The Great Equalizer. 🚀 On the field, job titles don't mean squat. Your boss becomes just another player, and that corner office hierarchy? Gone! It's a level playing field, quite literally.

4) Colleagues United. 🤝 If you're all about that remote work life, you know the struggle of missing those face-to-face connections. But a company sports team? That's your secret weapon for keeping those in-person vibes alive!

5) Burning Calories. 🥎 Sitting at your desk all day? Yeah, not so great for your waistline. But getting out from behind the computer to play? It's a built-in commitment to stay active. Plus, you've earned those post-game nachos and brewskis!

🌟 BONUS! Brand Bonanza. 🌐 Company sports teams also help boost your brand's street cred. That logo on your team's fancy jerseys? It's like free advertising!

So, grab that ball, lace up those running shoes, and let your inner athlete shine. Remember, it's all about play, laughter, and making your workplace a whole lot cooler. 😎

Check out our leagues in a city near you. Maybe a tourney is more your style? We’ve got those too!

👉 https://jamgroup.com/

05/09/2023

Happening TODAY! Celebrate with a round of Pizza Party Trivia! 🍕🍕🍕
Hosted by our professional laugh makers, this 20-minute speed round (Free!) will test your knowledge, share some laughs and crown the ultimate Trivia Champion.

There's no better way to connect with your teammates after a long weekend than a mid-day play break!

➡REGISTER HERE: http://tiny.cc/7yhavz

24/08/2023

We’re diving headfirst into Fall and that means strategy huddles, budget showdowns, conferences... It’s about to get busier than Starbucks on the first day of Pumpkin Spice Latte season. ☕

But all work and no play? No way!!!

When your people laugh, bond, and share a good time, you're giving the green light to crush goals, unleash creativity and shoot for the productivity stars. 🌟🚀

Find Your Way to PLAY:

🧠For teams who crave collaboration and creative brainstorming, Survey Says ignites friendly competition and will have your Slack or Teams banter channel chuckling for days with inside jokes.

🍱 If you love a smorgasbord of fun, Office Olympics is perfect for teams with a range of interests and epic team bonding.

🧭 Or rally your Tribe for our brand-new addition: Survive It! Tackle obstacles, navigate challenges and outlast your rivals with this turbo-charge teambuilding event.

Get your team out of the usual meeting setting and give them that playful upgrade they need.

Add PLAY to your Fall lineup!

➡ Click the link and get started: https://jamgroupevents.com/contact-us/

21/08/2023

You aren’t going to pizza-party your way to greatness.

👉 Teams that play together, stay together. And collaborate together. Innovate together. Crush goals together.

Reignite momentum and be ready to charge into Fall! Get a corporate team going in one of our sports leagues or tournaments.

(Accounting vs. Marketing, anyone?)

🔗 Find PLAY in your city here: https://jamgroup.com/

17/08/2023

Goodbye to Summer, hello Fall! Your team’s ramped up and ready to tackle those autumn goals, right?

… 🤔

It's all too common for teams to have trouble getting back into the groove after summer. The good news? With a little bit of PLAY, you can reignite momentum and be ready to charge into Fall. 🔥

Adding purposeful PLAY to your workplace culture creates a vibe that says, “You belong here!”

And it helps your people feel engaged, recharges brainpower and diffuse feelings of overload.

That means cranking teamwork up to an 11!

No matter if you're remote, hybrid, or ready to high-five in-person, we’re serving up play for every flavor of team:

🧩If you’re all about cracking codes, problem-solving and unraveling puzzles, an Escape Room is your team’s ultimate productivity spark.

🧠 Got a soft spot for creative brainstorming? Survey Says is your ticket - friendly competition and inside jokes be flowin’ on your Slack or Teams banter channel. 💡

🚩 Your tribe’s teamwork will hit warp speed with the freshest event in town: Survive It! Conquer challenges, navigate obstacles, and outlast the competition. It’s team building on turbo mode!

Don't let the daily grind take away your team's sparkle. ✨

As those meeting dates and deadlines start piling up, don’t forget to turn the FUN meter all the way UP!

Schedule some laughs today! ➡ https://jamgroupevents.com/

16/08/2023

As a team, we LOVE knowing that we’ve put a smile on someone’s face. 🥰

Fun and laughter is vital to workplace culture. Building strong teams through the Power of PLAY is what we do. (You might even say, it’s our JAM!)

So we want to give a big Big BIG shoutout and thank you to the team over at Henry Schein Canada for being totally awesome and letting us do what we do best – Connect people through PLAY!

15/08/2023

Imagine enemies killing each other one day and the next, stopping to PLAY together.

It happened in WWI's "Christmas Truce" & ancient Greece's "Olympic Truce."

Now imagine what the power of PLAY can do for your workplace culture! 🔥 🔥 🔥

Check out JAM CEO Kristi Herold’s latest blog on the transformative power of FUN and PLAY in the workplace, and discover how play helps unite, inspire, and transform your team.

Click the link below to read more. 👇

https://kristiherold.com/the-power-of-play-uniting-nations-transforming-workplaces/

From battlefield soccer to workplace wonders, learn how the incredible Power of PLAY ignites innovation and fosters a dynamic, cohesive team.

11/08/2023

It’s official! 🥁 Let’s give a big, pixel-perfect hello to Philip Kennedy our new Software Engineer and JAM team member! 👨‍💻

With his coding superpowers and knack for turning bugs into butterflies (or something like that), Phil's here to make our tech dreams come true - and your access to PLAY smoother than a purring cat.

At JAM we welcome new teammates with their walk-up song blaring ( ‘Seven Nation Army‘ by White Stripes… A Phil-tastic choice!), a high-five tunnel, and 3 goofy questions. It helps our new teammates feel at ease and connected right away. It brings a smile to everyone’s face!

Welcome aboard, Phil! We’re stoked to have you on the team! 🚀🎸

10/08/2023

To the master of Excel enchantments. The maestro of problem-solving. The Harry Potter of tech wizardry! We’re waving our wands in celebration of YOU and your magnificent 5-year journey at JAM. 🔮🧙‍♂️

David de Mendonça, your contribution over the years is invaluable and we couldn’t do it without you! Cheers to you on this very special workiversary. (And to 5 more!) 🍻🎉

09/08/2023

Hear that? The bell is ringing, but the classroom is the last place we’re headed. Say 'peace out' to desks and Zoom meetings… We’ve got the biggest, happiest, and BEST gym class to get to instead!

JAM’s registration for Fall sports leagues opens TODAY! And There’s nothing like a corporate sports team to get the whole office playing together. (Accounting vs. Marketing, anyone?)

We all know that Engaged Employees = Business Success! ⚡ And what better way to amp up those team vibes than a mid-week PLAY break that:

🔥Re-Energizes
🔥Re-Ignites
🔥Re-Connects

Bonus! It’s a chance for you to show your team some serious love – because it’s not just about the grind but their well-being too! 😇💪

From softball 🥎 to dodgeball 🦆 to volleyball 🏐 to soccer ⚽, we’re serving up FUN with over 20 different sports.

(We’ve even got bowling! 🎳)

👉 Check out all your options and get signed up ASAP… This class is sure to fill!

https://jamgroup.com/

03/08/2023

Having fun together does more than let off steam. It helps people feel engaged and included, and it builds a sense of community that translates to the workplace. Make PLAY part of your company culture and give your team more reasons to love where they work. ❤

02/08/2023

Having fun together does more than let off steam. It helps people feel engaged and included, and it builds a sense of community that translates to the workplace.

Make PLAY part of your company culture and give your team more reasons to love where they work. 😍

How are you PLAYing this month? Tell us in the comments! 👇

01/08/2023

August is the perfect time to re-energize your team and boost employee engagement! 🌞 Don't let those beautiful days go to waste...

Find the fun that fits your team:

🧩 If your team loves puzzles and problem-solving, challenge them with Scavenger Hunts, Escape Rooms, or GeoQuests. Let their brainpower shine!

⚽ For those who thrive on competition, organize a sports tournament like softball or beach volleyball. Get the whole team playing together and create some friendly rivalries.

🎉 Looking for something that caters to diverse interests? An Office Field Day or Survey Says event offers accessible and laugh-filled experiences for everyone.

🗓️ It's not too late to add some office fun to your summer calendar! Discover how JAM Events can help your team laugh, connect, and create lasting memories.

Click the link to learn more 👉 https://shorturl.at/gzBF7

31/07/2023

Big thanks to the team at ICD for this fantastic review!

We're so thrilled you had a fabulous time. Thank YOU for trusting our hosts and events team to bring a little fun and laughter to your work week! 🥰

27/07/2023

📣 New Event Alert! 📣

Survive It 🚩 is our a turbo-charged corporate team-building experience inspired by the hit reality TV show.

Immersed in a series of challenges and strategic tasks, your team collaborates, communicates, and works on their leadership skills as they navigate through obstacles and work together to outlast their rivals.

All the fun of tackling challenges without any of the “setting up a campsite with things you’ve scrounged.”

If your team loves a little healthy competition (or would get a thrill saying "The Tribe has spoken" IRL) this game is for you!

Get a little office fun on the calendar...

Connect with Kent and The JAM team to learn more!
👉 https://ow.ly/crNe50Pj6kM

26/07/2023

📣 Steve Harvey called and wanted me to tell you the good news! JAM’s most popular virtual team-building experience, Survey Says (our version of Family Feud), is now available in person!

Survey Says is great for collaborative vibes 🤝, creative brainstorming 🧠, and a little friendly competition🌟.

(And you might learn some fun facts about each other!)

Our friends over at Eigen Development loved it so much they said:

"Survey Says was great, no improvements!" We had a lot of fun, everyone got involved - definitely great for team bonding. The JAM hosts were super friendly and energetic."

What makes an awesome game even more fun? Two things:
1️⃣ We can even customize the game with inside jokes for maximum laughs.
2️⃣ Wherever you have the tech setup (screen, internet, power), we’ll bring the fun... Indoors or outdoors, choose your own adventure!

⏰ There's still time to get office fun in the calendar this summer.

Click the link and let's JAM! ➡ https://jamgroupevents.com/contact-us/

25/07/2023

Ah, summer. The season our PTO waits all year for. 🌴

We’re 100% yes to rest, recharge and rejuvenate.

We’re also 100% certain that the avalanche of summer OOO alerts and “let’s push that to next week” can kill momentum.

The solution? Get your team back into the groove with a PLAYcation!

👉PLAY-ca-tion (noun):

🚀 A laughter-fueled experience where groups play their way to teamwork greatness.

🚀 The ultimate leadership hack for sparking camaraderie and post-summer-lull productivity.

Fun and laughter is a great way to re-energize your team and re-ignite momentum. We can help you find the perfect PLAYcation to get your team connecting and laughing together.

Drop us a 🌞 in the comments. Or click the link 🔗!... The JAM team will help you find the perfect PLAYcation for your team.

After all, it’s not too late to get some office fun on the calendar this summer!



https://jamgroupevents.com/contact-us/

24/07/2023

What is your company’s lunchtime routine like? 🕛 Small talk around the office microwave? Lively debates about the best takeout options? 🥡 Or, maybe lunch is a mystery because most people work from home...

Whether your team is in the office, remote or hybrid, a lunch break can be a great time for people to get to know each other. Like, really get to know each other as people, not just as the finance, HR or summer intern person. 👩‍🌾👩‍🔧🤹‍♀️

CONSIDER THIS:

✨ Having friends in the workplace increases overall job satisfaction and improves retention.

✨ Fun, non-work related, shared experiences help build camaraderie and trust among employees who might not otherwise connect.

✨ Taking time to laugh together helps de-stress and re-energize so people can contribute their best.

Relationships don’t just happen. Teams, especially in remote and hybrid work environments, need help.

That’s where we come in! 🎉

Our virtual game experiences are guaranteed to get your team laughing and connecting. We’re way more fun than leftovers and much quicker to plan than a group Uber Eats order.

Discover the power of play.

This Tuesday, celebrate National Wine and Cheese Day and crown the Ultimate Trivia Champion!

Take a mid-day PLAY break and have a little office fun.
👉 Register for our FREE lunch & laugh.

It's like recess. But for adults!

🔗https://jamgroupevents.com/free-demo/

28/04/2023

We've got ideas on ideas (and we also practice all of these within the JAM team!)

These team-building actionables have helped us build a work culture we love and are proud of, continuously grow our business, reach our goals, and reduce employee turnover. Find and hire good people, invest in making them happy, and watch the magic happen!

Need some help and don't know where to start? Our events are highly rated, fun, and a great way to show your team some love.
Head here, www.jamgroupevents.com to check out your options and learn more.

26/04/2023

Need some help with this? We've got you! Let the experts in PLAY take the stress away
Head to www.jamgroupevents.com for more info

21/04/2023

Working from home is like being in a relationship with your laptop.
You spend all day together, you have some good moments, some bad moments, and sometimes you just need some space. But let's be real, we all know who's really in charge...it's the wifi. 👰🌐
Happy Friday, everyone!