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Table of Contents Charity Team Building ................................................................................................................ 3 Bicycle Team Building – Benefits Local Children ........................................................................................... 4 Cavalcade of Cycles – Benefits Local Children............................................................................................... 5 Helping America’s Heroes – Benefits Military Families................................................................................. 6 Doors & Windows – Benefits Children’s Hospitals or Children’s Homes ...................................................... 7 Give a Hand – Benefits Local Homeless Shelters.......................................................................................... 8 Support our Students – Benefits Local Students & Teachers ........................................................................ 9 PAWS-itive Pack Mentality – Benefits the Local Humane Society .............................................................. 10 Stock the Shelves – Benefits Local Food Banks ........................................................................................... 11 Zoo Crew – Benefits First Responders......................................................................................................... 12

Indoor Team Building ............................................................................................................... 13 Team FUN-damentals – Adding Fun to the workplace ............................................................................... 14 Improv(e) Team Dynamics – An improvisational comedy routine full of laughs and learning .................. 15 Squish Creativity Like a Bug – A hilarious, satirical “Bad Boss” ................................................................... 16 Team Spirits – Team building through creative mixing of liqueurs............................................................. 17 The Art of Networking – Learn to mingle, network, and brand yourself .................................................... 18

Outdoor Team Building ........................................................................................................... 19 Esprit de Corps – A team building Scavenger Hunt ..................................................................................... 20 Bonding at the Beach – Beach activities bring the team together.............................................................. 21 Eco-Quest – An event designed to help the ecosystem .............................................................................. 22 Theme Park Rangers – A team building Scavenger Hunt through a theme park ........................................ 23

Custom Team Building We are more than happy to custom design a team building event for your specific function, needs, or event theme. ..................................................................................................... 25 Public Speaking Learn how to effectively and successfully speak in front of a group ............................ 27 Keynote Speakers Find the perfect presenter for your next event .................................................... 29

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Description The Bicycle Team Building is appropriate for existing teams, cross-functional teams, or a mixed group of individuals. Groups work through problems to collect the parts to build the bicycles. Their efforts are capped by the opportunity to meet and directly deliver the new bikes to the children who will own them. This fast, energetic event produces excitement and the warm feelings at the end will be remembered and talked about for years.

Key Activities After an enlightening Icebreaker, your team is divided into small groups. In the warm up activity groups engage in actions designed to get them to start seeing their small groups as separate from the whole team. This simulates the silo effect often seen in companies. During the bicycle building, the small groups complete tasks, which require gathering information outside their group. Groups struggle until they begin to communicate with others. Soon they recognize there is “one team” working to accomplish the goal – building bicycles for needy children.

“…amazing!” - Josh, Siemens “…tremendous…” - Chris, Humana ”…truly unique.” - Angela, US Army

Outcomes Your team can expect the following: 1. Community service – expect to smile. 2. Participants will have FUN! 3. A Quality Team Building event with emphasis on: a. Collaborating for success b. Creatively using limited resources c. Tapping into strengths of group diversity d. Reaching outside everyone’s silo

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Description Are you looking for a charity event to fill a small time frame in your next meeting or conference? In this version of Bicycle Team Building, you have the task of not only building your team's bicycle, BUT you get to decorate it to best reflect the event theme. The theme can be connected to the conference or corporate goals or seasonal. Think Mardi Gras, Fourth of July, Macy’s Thanksgiving parade or the Tournament of Roses pageant for inspiration. The focus in this event is having fun and giving back to the community.

Key Activities Teams assemble their bicycles as quickly and safely as possible. Then using the craft items supplied decorate their “float” bicycle and the team members. Once the floats are finished there is a parade. All team members participate in the parade with their float as extras underscoring the theme. For example, a band making musical sounds, a chorale group singing or chanting a themeoriented composition, or any other action which illustrates the theme. This event can be held indoors or outdoors. When held indoors, a video projection system is set up and the parade is broadcast complete with color commentary from our faux celebrity hosts.

Outcomes Your team can expect the following: 1. Laughter, silliness, energy and fun. 2. The children receiving the bikes love the decorations. 3. No formal emphasis is placed on team skills, but groups must work together creatively to produce their float.

“We laughed until we cried.” -- Pete, Kaiser Permanente “The broadcast allowed everyone to see and laugh.” --Jane, Cisco Systems “The child who got our bike had never had a bike before.” --Will, Verizon

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Description This special version of Bicycle Team Building honors active duty members of the armed services. Groups work through problems to collect the parts to build the bicycles. Their efforts are rewarded by delivering the new bikes to the child and their uniformed parent. Near the conclusion a Purple Heart recipient will give a brief talk about his/her experience and name a charity to receive $1,000 in their name. This patriotic, energetic event has an emotional impact that will never be forgotten.

Key Activities In building the bike each small group solves puzzles, codes and secrets to gather the tools and parts to complete the task. Groups will struggle until they begin to communicate with each other. Once the bikes are completed, children will enter the room with their parent. Once the applause and cheers have quieted, the check will be presented to the Purple Heart recipient’s charity.

Outcomes Your team can expect the following: 1. Patriotic enthusiasm – bring a tissue. 2. To have FUN! 3. To learn the value of collaboration

“Some of the class served as positive reinforcement for some things I already felt or believed. But I also learned many new team building techniques.” – Bob Winterhalter, Abbott Laboratories “I believe that by attending this workshop my team will tend to see the good things in their teammates and there will be less emphasis on conflict.” – Bob Kliegl, Verizon Wireless

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Description “When one door closes another door opens; but we so often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door, that we do not see the ones which open for us.” -Alexander Graham Bell. Teams constantly face change. Opportunities come and go. Ideas rise and fall. Sometimes teams get stuck looking at the “closed door,” by refusing to modify their position. Highly functioning teams have the ability to negotiate inside the team and with other teams. This event presents multiple situations to the participants where negotiation is the key that unlocks the door to the potential outside the walls they have built.

Key Activities A series of warm up exercises teach the participants negotiation skills, which when practiced earn them credits. As these exercises progress, groups amass a “building fund.” An auction is held and the groups collect parts to a dollhouse. As the event continues, it is eventually realized there is more than one dollhouse. Groups must then use their newly improved negotiation skills to exchange parts and complete the project. A representative from a local children’s home or hospital personally thanks the team and explains how the houses will be used.

Outcomes Your team can expect the following: 1. A great combination of community service and fun. 2. A Quality Team Building event with emphasis on: a. Identifying needs versus wants b. When to walk away from a negotiation c. Competitive versus collaborative decision making d. Finding the win-win solution.

“…gave me the skills I need to help my team achieve our goals” - Sylvia, Wells Fargo “…techniques will result in measurable improvements in our team functioning. ” - Steve, Plexus Corp ”Best training I ever had.” -Jenn, University of MN

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Description There is a common misconception that homelessness is an issue that only pertains to single men and women, but in reality thousands of families a year will experience homelessness. Today, 41% of the homeless population is comprised of families. Reach out and give a helping hand to homeless families with children. We custom design your event to best serve the specific needs in your community. This program can be held either indoors or outside, depending on your schedule and meeting plans.

Key Activities Give a Hand is suitable for more than ten participants. The larger team is divided into groups, goals and objectives are explained, then each group devises their plan to accomplish the goal. The household, personal hygiene items or clothing are presented to the selected organization’s representative in person following the event. The recipient will present a framed thank you letter and explain how the donations will be used.

Outcomes A Quality Team Building event with emphasis on: 1. Learning to rely upon teammates for expertise and support. 2. Encouraging the staff to problem-solve more creatively. 3. Solving complex problems collaboratively.

“Best working seminar I have ever attended! Tremendous benefit from skills learned, especially with different people.” – William Wood, Allstate Insurance “I really enjoyed the active participation, which will really help retain lessons learned.” – Tom Goslin, WalMart

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Student

Description S.O.S. “The international Morse code distress signal.” The number of children attending school without proper supplies is distressing. Your company can S.O.S. (Support our Students) in this fun event. On a team quest groups work to solve clues and gather supplies. But this is not a random buying of pencils and paper. A national database allows us to customize your quest to meet specific needs identified by local teachers. Therefore the S.O.S. quest can take place in any city. Depending on the season and location we create an experience for your employees indoors or out and about.

Key Activities This program works for more than ten participants. The larger group is divided into smaller teams, electronic procedures are explained, objectives clarified and commitments made. Each team is left to devise an action plan. As the quest proceeds, teams check in electronically with “home base.” A debrief where the results are shared completes the event. The gathered school supplies will be presented to the local organization’s representative in person following the event.

Outcomes A Quality Team Building event with emphasis on: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Learning to rely upon teammates for expertise and support. Encouraging the staff to problem-solve more creatively. Solving complex problems collaboratively. Helping meet an important need in the local community.

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“It was very helpful. I will put this to use. It will make me a better person, manager and salesman.” – Mike Singletary, Carroll Tire Company “The activity was energetic and motivating.” – John Speir, WB Development Services

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PackPA

Description Approximately 5 million to 7 million companion animals enter animal shelters nationwide every year, and approximately 3 million to 4 million are euthanized. With over 5,000 animal shelters nationwide, these facilities need help with caring for our furry family members between homes. This team building event is a fast, action-packed, event that results in local shelter needs being met. The donation might be food, blankets or cash, depending on known needs.

Key Activities This program works for more than ten participants. Teams race to collect the needed items to complete visual puzzles. Strategic planning is required because when they have acquired the complete puzzle and put it together, each group must determine how to use the finished puzzle to complete the event. The winning team gets to present all of the donations to a representative of a local animal shelter or humane society.

Outcomes A Quality Team Building event with emphasis on: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Learning to rely upon teammates for expertise and support. Encouraging the staff to problem-solve more creatively. Solving complex problems collaboratively. Helping meet an important need in the local community.

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“The workshop lead to an open exchange of thoughts and ideas on the team. The instructor was excellent.” – Dave Walsh, Weil McLain Construction “I learned ‘work pictures’ which I will use every day. And that was before we actually started the actual workshop.” – Stan Tuomly, Merck

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Stock

Description The Stock the Shelves charity team building is a fast, action-packed, multiple layer event. Teams race to collect food items by completing puzzles, winning board games and solving clues. Strategic planning is required because an additional challenge revealed after the event has started requires each team to build shelves using the cans and boxes. As they race to the finish, they learn there are additional surprise challenges to complete. The winning team gets to present all of the food to a representative of a local Food Bank.

Key Activities This charity team building event requires a broad array of skills. If “Stock the Shelves” was a university, it would have colleges of art, business, education, engineering, health, medicine and science. Teams are under time pressure to win, but must also reach out for skill sets that are not in their group. After acquiring all the food from their shopping list and building their shelves, they must rearrange the product and develop a “public service” announcement regarding the value of food groups.

Outcomes Your team can expect the following: 1. 2. 3. 4.

A very high energy, fun event. To learn about the value of diversity and collaboration. Understand what healthy eating involves. Learn about the real need at Food Banks

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“This is an excellent program and it was very well presented. I got more than I expected from Rick compared to other trainings I have attended.” – Bob McDaniel, Welbro Building Company “The activity was energetic and motivating.” – John Speir, WB Development Services

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Zoo

Description The animals have escaped the zoo! The zoo crew teams must use all their powers of communication to unlock the mystery of how to fix the zoo’s problem. When the key is found they will collect and assemble a costumed menagerie of stuffed animals. At the conclusion of the event local First Responders will accept the donation and explain how the huggable toys will be used to calm children during emergencies.

Key Activities This experience raises awareness of how easily miscommunication can lock us in cages of isolation and provides teams with the keys to improving the exchange of ideas. A series of warm up exercises demonstrate how we communicate through all of our senses, not just sound. A blind obstacle course contains keys, which unlock clue boxes. The clues are solved and exchanged for stuffed animal parts.

Outcomes Your team can expect the following: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Community service to traumatized children. An exciting, fun filled event. Improved intra-team communication. Recognition of how to deliver more powerful messages.

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“I would like to see everyone at the company take this workshop. I feel I doubled my ability to gain cooperation from my team.” – James Jarem, Wharton-Smith “I really enjoyed this workshop. Great enthusiasm. Great job!” – Commercial Millwork, Inc. “I learned many different ways to deal with the people on the job; as well as in my life.” – Jacob McCarver, Siemens

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Indoor Team Building Event

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Description If you’re not having fun, you’re not doing it right! Make your workplace fun, challenging, and rewarding. “Team FUN-damentals” will help you create an exhilarating and supportive work environment. Exercises are designed to help participants understand themselves and how they can ignite their energy level. We study key principles for positively influencing teams and changing the dynamics of the workplace.

Key Activities Our expert instructors use humor and active participation to make the information memorable and to make sessions fun! The focus of this workshop is in three areas. First participants examine their own needs, passions, and excitement. Through sharing and discussion this is tied back in to the workplace. Next participants look at attitude. Where does it come from? How does laughter affect attitude? This is explored through a hilarious group activity. The final point of exploration is how positive influence improves morale. Once again active humor is used to emphasize the point.

Outcomes Your team can expect the following: 1. 2. 3. 4.

They will have FUN! Everyone will better understand their enthusiasm. Participants will learn to bring a positive attitude. Members will learn how to surprise people with kindness.

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“This class was very impactful.” --Jerry, Rogers Wireless “A lot of fun and a real confidence builder.” --Jon, Cox Communications “I learned to be more creative and better reach my peers.” --Don, Motion, Inc

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Impro

Description Improv comedy will amaze you with what it can accomplish. When the goal is clear and energies are focused and all parties are committed to the task at hand, the possibilities are limitless. Incredible levels of success can be achieved when we know how to work together. Learn the importance of positive interaction, encouragement and perpetual support. This workshop is provided through SAK Comedy Lab, a nationally recognized comedy improv troupe.

Key Activities Lecture? No Way! Let’s Play! Exercises and Activities are tailored to the group and range from teams of 2 to teams of 50 or more. The SAK Comedy Lab actors excel at bringing a group together in a playful and joyful manner. Get ready to loosen the ties, take off the heels and roll up those sleeves. We’re going to mix a healthy diet of learning and play. Everyone is involved at an appropriate level. Participants are engaged from the outset and encouraged to Play Full Out, Play Fair, Play Safe and most of all – HAVE FUN! Exercises and activities are designed to integrate and stimulate the mind as well as require active physical participation.

Outcomes Participants will: 1. Learn and experience the joy of play and laughter for mental and physiological benefit. 2. Be able to perform better as a team member or team leader. 3. Bring out the best in each other and themselves. 4. Leave the event energized.

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“The event far exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend Quality Team Building.” – M. Jean Butler, Pisco Porton “An excellent presentation by Quality Team Building. This workshop is a must for team leaders.” – Joseph Patti, G.E.

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Squish

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Description Based on the book, Squish Creativity Like a Bug, this classroom program uses humor to teach team building principles. Participants join Steele Steadiman, the irreverent character from the book, on an outrageous video journey through ten tips to becoming a Strong Boss. Equal time is given to exploring five key team building principles for taking a team from ordinary to extraordinary.

Key Activities The droll humor in the video pokes fun at managers who lead their team by poor example, micromanaging every project, and generally being clueless. Primarily through discussion of real life experiences class members learn the inherent problems with each of Steele’s tips. Participants then learn five key team building principles. Through individual work and classroom discussion, each member of the class develops a plan to implement these principles in their workplace.

Outcomes Your team will learn: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

The important role creativity plays in teams. How fear destroys employee confidence. The value of acknowledging team members. The significance of asking other peoples’ opinions. How to be a “macro” manager in teams.

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“…the inventiveness and sense of humor…show how to make creativity unsquishable.” Steven Cohen, Author, “Negotiation Skills for Managers” “…brilliant and funny testament to the power of creativity.” Dr. John Curtis, Author, “The Business of Love”

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Description This event uses liqueurs - not for drinking, but to illustrate the multiple layers required to construct genuine team spirit in the workplace. The larger team is divided into smaller groups. Each group must create an environment that allows people to connect, building on the premise that a wealth of untapped resources is available within every team. They must solve clues to learn how to build their presentation. The event requires overcoming complicated challenges, following directions and developing a presentation on team dynamics. Each layer of the drink must symbolically represent elements that constitute strong team work… and it’s a lot of fun!

Key Activities After the members are divided into smaller groups, the participants solve clues to discover the ingredients required and directions to build the drink. Once they have accomplished this first step, each group must name the drink and create a presentation. As the event comes to a conclusion each group makes a brief presentation of their drink and the components of highly functioning teams. Prizes are awarded for Best Team Name, Best Drink Name and Best Presentation (based on creatively using the layers of the drink).

Outcomes A Quality Team Building event with emphasis on: 1. Learning to rely upon teammates for expertise and support. 2. Encouraging the use of creativity. 3. Solving complex problems collaboratively.

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“ Great workshop! I never expected the energy and enthusiasm that permeated the entire four hours.” – Jeff Jones, Microsoft “A good course for all levels of management.” – Linda Bell, Apple Corporation

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Networking

Description Networking is a skill set worth developing. It is a primary business activity for those who drive revenue (and even those that don’t). It is a necessity for success at every level. You will be in many networking environments (informal and formal) in the upcoming year. Don’t just think about business situations like tradeshows or client contacts. It can also happen in association or civic meetings. There is immediate and long-term value to you and those with whom you connect.

Key Activities The key focus of your networking should be the building of business relationships. In a classroom setting, participants are taught six important skills and given an opportunity to practice them with feedback from the instructor. Interactive, informative, and invaluable, this class gives you all the key skills to establish strong business relationships that provide you with the opportunity to meet other people and expand your contact list.

Outcomes A Quality Team Building event with emphasis on: 1. Introductions – How to do it and remember the other person’s name 2. Planning Ahead – Know to say about your company (the Elevator Speech) 3. Conversation – How to start or enter an ongoing one 4. Listening – Conveying interest and keeping the conversation going 5. Networking – Learning how to go from mingling to networking 6. The exit – How to detach and seal the deal

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Outdoor Team Building Events

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esprituilding Events

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Description Esprit de Corps: “A common spirit of camaraderie, enthusiasm, and devotion to a cause among the members of a group.” This event is not a scavenger or treasure hunt. Esprit de Corps is a quest for people to connect, building on the premise that a wealth of untapped resources is available within the team. The quest can take place in any city. Prior to your event we custom design your quest using local history, ambiance and architecture. Depending on season and location we create an experience for your employees indoors or out and about. CHARITY OPTION: Team results can be defined in monetary terms and a donation made to the charity of your choice.

Key Activities Esprit de Corps works for more than ten participants. The larger group is divided into smaller teams, electronic procedures are explained, objectives clarified and commitments made. Each team is left to devise their own plan. As the quest proceeds, teams check in electronically with “home base.” A debrief where the results are shared amid much laughter completes the event. If the Charity Option has been selected, a check will be presented to the organization’s representative in person following the event.

Outcomes A Quality Team Building event with emphasis on: 1. Learning to rely upon teammates for expertise and support. 2. Encouraging the staff to problem-solve more creatively. 3. Solving complex problems collaboratively.

“This event gave me a higher confidence in my coworkers” – Jack, Welbro Corp “What a great course! I feel like I gained a better understanding of my teams capabilities” – Rick, ALCOA

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Description Bonding at the Beach is about building strong group bonds and a sense of team accomplishment while having a blast. Teams are created during fun action-filled icebreaker exercises and a briefing is held by our staff to explain all the rules and safety guidelines. Then the games begin under the supervision of our “referees” ready to call all the action and keep the scores. Bring your sunscreen and hats. We will supply the water. This is a very energetic, fun-filled event. There are also roles for people less inclined for so much fun-in-the-sun. Everyone can participate and be part of this event.

Key Activities The scoring is structured such that the outcome is usually not decided until the last event is complete. Each event fosters teamwork, communication, and creativity rather than just physical ability. A few of the scores of possible exercises are listed below:   

Hula Hoop Curling - Hula-hoops are skillfully rolled along the ground and must fall around clusters of bottles. . Bucket Brigade - Team members are asked to fill a 5-gallon bucket with ocean water using only a cup with holes. Coco-NUTS - Teams in a circle race to see who can make a coconut travel from person to person the fastest.

Outcomes A Quality Team Building event with emphasis on:

“Very interesting course. The instructor established an environment that made otherwise difficult tasks fun.” – Rick Kane, ALCOA

1. Encouraging the staff to problem-solve more creatively. 2. Forming bonds with others during the excitement of the event. 3. Concluding with an awards ceremony that recaptures highlights of the day.

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eco ROGRAM) Proposal for (CLIENT)

Description This event is “green” team building at its best. While taking on an ecologically friendly project people connect, building on the untapped resources available within each team. The Eco-Quest can take place anywhere, benefiting the beach by planting sea oats to protect sand dunes or counting endangered birds. Prior to your event we custom design your EcoQuest from local environmental needs. Depending on the season and location we create a dynamic educational experience for your employees that will also benefit the community.

Key Activities Eco-Quest works for any size group. Larger groups are divided into smaller teams, procedures are explained, and objectives clarified. Each team is challenged to devise a plan to complete their portion of the project. As the Eco-Quest proceeds, teams work to complete their task first. A debrief where the results are shared completes the event. Whether your group is counting manatee to gather information for scientists or cleaning up the flotsam and jetsam humans discard in the ocean, they are responding to environmental problems.

Outcomes A Quality Team Building event with emphasis on: 1. Learning to rely upon teammates for expertise and support. 2. Encouraging the staff to problem-solve collaboratively. 3. Helping to solve complex environmental problems.

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Theme

Description Theme Park Rangers’ teams connect with each other while learning about teamwork. Each group is presented with a Quest that will get them out and about in the park. As they solve problems, they learn about their team and the theme park. Electronic tools are used to take photos and videos, as well as upload their solutions to the Quest. Families and children are encouraged to participate. Admission to the park is included and in many cases is less than “group rate.” CHARITY OPTION: Team results can be defined in monetary terms and a donation made to needy children, military families, or the charity of your choice.

Key Activities The Rangers spend part of the morning on the Quest. All clues and puzzles are answered electronically. When the Quest is complete, the participants are “on their own” for the balance of the day. A light-hearted debrief, including photos and videos is held later in the day back at the hotel. If the Charity Option has been selected, a check will be presented to the organization’s representative following the event.

Outcomes A Quality Team Building event with emphasis on: 1. Having an enjoyable morning walking the park. 2. Solving fun puzzles and clues with family involvement. 3. Reduced admission to the park in most cases.

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“This was the best training I ever participated in. I know that sounds ‘over the top,’ but it is true.” – Jen Mein, University of Minnesota “I received several specific techniques that I will use and practice that will result in measurable improvement in my team.” – Steve Seidl, Plexus Corporation

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Custom Team Building

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Description You fill in the blanks… A Quality Team Building event created just for you! ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________

Our primary mission at Quality Team Building is to meet our client’s needs. So you tell us what you want at your event. Do you want outdoor team building? Indoor team building? Charity team building?

Key Activities Donations of bears, bicycles, dollhouses, food or money? A fun-focused, charitable and/or educational training? A team building event to coordinate / enhance the theme of your conference?

Outcomes Your team can expect the following: 1. Qualified, talented instructors. 2. A fun enjoyable experience. 3. Satisfaction guaranteed.

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Quality Public Speaking

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Learn THE key talent to getting ahead in the Business World.

Public Speaking Course Objectives Classes typically meet 8 AM to 4 PM on two consecutive days, but other time frames are available.

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Ease fear of public speaking Confident 1st impressions Powerful ways to show experience Build rapport with audience Lunch Break Present speeches without notes Persuade your audience Impromptu speaking made easy

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How to Write a dynamic presentation Gestures and movement Adding enthusiasm 10 Impact Ideas Lunch Break Handling audience Q&A Electronic presentations

Who Should Attend? Anyone who wants to:     

Create a poised 1st impression Get rid of sweaty palms Calm their butterflies Present with confidence Stop passing up opportunities

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Quality Public Speaking eliminate the fear of public speaking and design better presentation skills

This workshop can make virtually any speaker more relaxed, confident and persuasive in just two days! “Quality Public speaking will help your career by giving you the skills needed to convey your ideas to co-workers and supervisors! It’s the most comprehensive 2-day public speaking program ever developed! Our expert instructors use active participation to make the information memorable and to make sessions fun because people learn by doing – not by hearing. Early on Day 1, our instructors introduce key principles for eliminating public speaking fear and designing better presentations, and these valuable skills are expanded on and reinforced throughout the seminar.

Participants examine their own needs: “With each practice I got more confident and was able to use the techniques we were taught. I saw the difference in my presentations over the two days. I was surprised how much I improved.” – Michelle Trought, Grizzard

The class helps people overcome public speaking fear: "I believe that practice produces confidence, and I feel that I learned several valuable fundamentals that I will be able to apply while growing as a sales person because I practiced them in the classroom." – John Pichi-American Waste Management "Any public speaking fears we entered the class with were totally gone by the end of the program! Thanks for a great experience." – Jeff Bayer, CapitalOne

The class helps people design better presentations: "We had two big interviews the same week. Using techniques from the class, our team worked together efficiently, and was able to execute $3,956,000 in contracts producing immediate results and income." – Pete Gadoury, RBR Construction “This class helps presenters increase their enthusiasm and connect better with the audience. Instead of droning through the technical stuff, I established a real relationship with my audience. It really works!” – Chuck Dunham, 3DInternational

Keynote Speeches

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Keynote

Keynote Speakers can lay the framework of your upcoming event or convention, and can raise enthusiasm and determination among your group. Our Keynote Speakers are highly sought after individuals with specialties and backgrounds equipped to provide your group the maximum benefit and educational experience. The following categories should help you narrow down the perfect theme for your event, and clicking the link will bring you directly to our website for additional information.

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Communications Creativity Business Etiquette Coaching & Mentoring Diversity Ethics & Values Grassroots Advocacy Global Finance Leadership Motivation & Inspiration Negotiation Non-Profit or Fundraising Organizational Development Patriotic Politics Team Building “The class gave our team the skills we need to achieve our goals.” – Sylvia Mattila, J.C. Penney “This program provided my team with tools to tackle the obstacles we face every day.” – Sophie Alriksson, Hewlett Packard

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