CIBC brought in their spirited product team for an Ultimate Xpeerience on Tuesday, May 31st 2011. CIBC split into 6 teams, arriving in matching outfits (or capes in the case of the White Knights), the teams kicked off their event with a cheer-off that featured a number of highly creative cheers; The most creative being that of the Blackburries who promised to bury their competition in a very entertaining visual demonstration! CIBC’s event was run outside in what was by far the hottest day of the season yet, however all teams maintained their enthusiasm and energy throughout the intense games of human foosball, lily pads, dodge ball, and impromptu beach volleyball games. We loved watching team-members support each other physically and emotionally in order to compete in each activity. Despite their competitive nature, all teams remained positive regardless of if they won or lost a challenge and maintained a high level of sportsmanship throughout. We especially enjoyed watching team members open up to each other throughout the afternoon, transforming from a group of people awkwardly trying to create a team cheer into a team that shared fun and laughter – ultimately working seamlessly together to defeat their opponents. This was especially apparent in beach volleyball as we witnessed some incredible rallies that afternoon.

We are thrilled to have had the pleasure to work with CIBC’s product team and we’re certain that this group will carry their team spirit and positive attitudes back with them to the office. We look forward to working with CIBC again in the near future in order to create another team-building Xpeerience with them!