Pinktober 2024! Take care of yourself. Take care of your health.

For years, October has been recognized worldwide as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. At this special time, Olivia also takes up topics related to breast cancer prevention.

 

Remember to self-examine your breasts

 

We encourage you, as every year, Dear Ladies, to self-examine your breasts. See how to properly perform the test. And remember that regular examination allows you to detect cancerous changes at an early stage and, consequently, apply effective treatment. The educational film was prepared by the Pink Butterfly Association, a non-profit organization supporting patients treated at the Breast Disease Center of the University Clinical Center in Gdańsk. It was established in November 2019 by the medical staff, patients and friends of the Center. The Association’s mission is to help people suffering from cancer, including breast diseases, at all stages of the disease (from diagnosis, through treatment and convalescence).

Remember about breast ultrasound

 

Breast ultrasound should be a permanent part of every woman’s calendar of preventive examinations. It is assumed that women over 30 should undergo a prophylactic breast ultrasound at least once every two years, and preferably once a year. In women from risk groups (with a family history of breast cancer, diagnosed with genetic mutations that increase the risk of developing the disease, with previous precancerous lesions), it is recommended to undergo more frequent examinations – two or three times a year.

 

Mammogram

 

Mammography is one of the preventive tests performed as part of breast cancer prevention as a screening test. It makes it possible to detect even very small cancerous lesions long before they become palpable. It is recommended for women over 40 years of age. It should be performed regularly, every 2 years, or as directed by your doctor.

 

Do you know about the breast cancer prevention program: mammography?

 

The programme is aimed at women aged 45-74. You can do a mammography test in stationary clinics or in a mobile vehicle that travels to the most remote corners of Polish.

 

Check where to have a mammogram in person (go to “Prevention programs” and select “Breast cancer prevention” from the list).

 

Check when the mobile vehicle will arrive in your town.

 

About mammography.

 

See: NFZ Academy | Practical calendar of preventive examinations

 

What do you know about biopsy?

 

Breast biopsy (fine-needle/core needle) is an examination that allows for precise breast diagnosis. Thanks to the ultrasound examination, the doctor locates the lesion and inserts a needle into it through the skin, which he uses to take a section of tissue from the center of the tumor, needed for further examination. The biopsy is not painful – it is performed under local anaesthesia and the woman does not require hospitalisation afterwards. More about the study…

 

Vacuum assisted core needle biopsy (VAB) is performed on an outpatient basis, i.e. in the treatment room, and no stay in the hospital operating room is necessary. The device consists of a disposable biopsy needle and a device that controls the biopsy process (vacuum assists). A needle is actually a complex disposable device that consists of a rotating blade connected to a container for histopathological material. More on this topic…

 

Medical facilities

 

Breast Disease Clinic of the University Clinical Center

 

The Breast Disease Clinic is intended for patients who have detected a change in their breasts and need advice or have previously been diagnosed with a benign change in the breast that requires regular check-ups. The clinic also accepts healthy patients who want to check their breasts and patients who believe that they may be genetically predisposed to breast cancer. During the first visit, the doctor conducts a detailed interview and then carefully examines the breasts and armpits.

 

Contact:
58 727 05 00
rejestracja.piersi@uck.gda.pl

 

Address:
Building No. 4
, 17
Smoluchowskiego Street, 80-214 Gdańsk

 

Copernicus Regional Oncology Centre

 

In building A of the Provincial Oncology Center, there is a modern center for the diagnosis and treatment of breast diseases – MAMMA CENTRUM according to the standards of the Breast Cancer Unit. It is located at 2 Maria Skłodowska Curie Street. The center conducts follow-up examinations in women at increased risk of breast cancer, ultrasound examinations using Doppler and elastography, classic mammography using a digital mammography, as well as spectral mammography and tomosynthesis. Patients can also count on magnetic resonance imaging, fine needle biopsy under ultrasound, core needle biopsy, stereo biopsy under mammography and ultrasound.

 

Contact:
58 772 39 50, 58 345 21 99
rejestracja.wco@copernicus.gda.pl

 

Address:
Building A
Provincial Oncology Centre in Gdańsk,
2 Maria Skłodowska-Curie Street

 

Centre for Diagnosis and Treatment of Breast Diseases at the Polish Red Cross Maritime Hospital in Gdynia (Gdynia Oncology Centre)

 

The center is accredited by the Breast Cancer Unit issued by SIS (Senologic International Society). Patients who come under the care of the center are covered by comprehensive and quick diagnostics and coordinated treatment. This means that they are helped in one place by experienced doctors: oncological surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, radiotherapists, pathologists, nurses and technicians. During therapy, you can also use the help of physiotherapists and psychological care. Thanks to this, patients do not have to look for help in several different places. In addition, the treatment is supervised by a coordinator. He or she acts as a guide for the sick person, guiding them through the various stages of therapy. Treatment is tailored to the requirements of the individual patient.

 

Contact:

Oncological
Surgery Clinictel. 5872 60 178 Hotline: 224 800 800

 

Address:

Szpitale Pomorskie sp. z o.o. | Polish Red Cross Maritime Hospital in Gdynia
, Oncology
Clinic, 1
Powstania Styczniowego Street, 81-519 Gdynia

 

 

 

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Did you know?

 

  • Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide (25%) and the leading cause of death (14%), and breast cancer patients account for 36% of women living with cancer. It is estimated that nearly 1.7 million women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year, and more than 500,000 die from it. It is a heterogeneous disease in which we distinguish different subtypes.
  • The highest incidence of breast cancer is recorded in industrialized countries (Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, Germany, Great Britain). The lowest incidence is in countries in Africa and Southeast Asia. Geographic region is a factor that significantly modifies the risk of breast cancer.
  • In Poland, breast cancer has become one of the biggest threats to premature mortality of women in the last century. Breast cancer also occurs in men, although very rarely. It is estimated that one in the number of cases of breast cancer is breast cancer in men.
  • The risk factors for the development of the disease are complex, but the key factors seem to be those related to the hormonal status of the woman (reproductive factors, age of puberty and menopause, use of hormonal preparations). The incidence of breast cancer increases with age. Cancer is rare among women under 45 years of age, and the majority of cases occur in women over 50 years of age (80% of patients in Poland).
  • A factor that significantly increases the risk of developing breast cancer is the presence of a mutation in the BRCA1 gene or the BRCA2 gene. It is estimated that 4-8% of breast cancers may be the result of inherited mutations, the remaining cases are the result of sporadic mutations in somatic cells.
  • Diagnosis and early detection (secondary prophylaxis) based on regular mammography examinations (screening) are of decisive importance in the context of prevention and prevention of the development of advanced breast cancer.

Source: zwrotnikraka.pl

 

We invite you to the End of the Season Classic & Olivia Festival 2024!


The event of the season is just around the corner!
This has not yet happened in Olivia.

We invite you to the grand finale of the automotive summer with Classic Cars Tricity and Olivia Festival 2024 in one!

Summer flew by, like a whip…
One would like to say that nothing can last forever, as the late Anna Jantar sang.
And so we close the rally season and we do it with a bang! Classic Cars Tricity and Olivia
join forces and invite you to the End of the Season Classic & Olivia Festival 2024! There will be a lot to see and admire!
There will be great fun, good food, competitions with prizes, live music and lots of attractions for adults and kids!

What do we have for you?

 

MOTORIZATION

The best exhausts in this latitude
Three supercar exhibition zones!
As many as 200 vehicles!
There will be a lot to admire!

 

  • Demoludes – cars produced in the countries of the former Eastern Bloc
  • Oldtimers – car models whose production ended up to and including 1979
  • Youngtimers – cars manufactured in the years 1980 – 1994.
  • “Electric driving”: zero exhaust fumes, full power
  • A world of racing and adrenaline: Formula 1 and the Dakar Rally
  • Tunning and refreshing the ride

ENTERTAINMENT

Fun at full speed

  • Twisted reality – racing in alco-goggles
  • Toddler vs. you – who will win the power duel?
  • A new era of driving – electric cars
  • Lots of fun for the youngest – competitions and attractions
  • Small cars, big emotions – pilot-driven racers
  • Automotive treasures – flea market
  • Formula 1

KNOWLEDGE

  • With experts of partners and sponsors as well as with car maniacs, who know best, because they have been dealing with cars for years, you will talk about everything that interests you!
  • Details coming soon!

TASTE

  • Pizza
  • French fries
  • Burgers
  • Coffee, tea
  • Cotton candy and other treats

PARTNERS AND SPONSORS

  • As always, it will be interesting and inspiring, there will be something to watch, touch, buy or win
  • More coming soon!

Save in your calendars!
13 October, 12:00-16:00 parking under Hala Olivia The event is for the whole family!
Grab Friends and Acquaintances!

 

 

 

Main article photo: Motography | facebook.com/motographyPL

 

 

 

Viterra – the top floor of Olivia Prime welcomed a new tenant

Private roof terrace, office in the spirit of re-use and zero waste.
The design for a company from the food industry was prepared by a team of architects Design Anatomy, and its basis is care for environmental responsibility and ecology of the workplace.

 

Viterra is a global market leader in cereals, oilseeds, legumes, sugar, rice, cotton, vegetable oils and biodiesel.
The company operates in 35 countries and operates in the most important global markets.
The company handles 1.5 million tons of goods annually in ports, exports 2 million tons by land, and in Poland it can already boast of ten of its own warehouse locations and elevators, allowing it to store 350,000 tons. tons and its own production of vegetable oils. Viterra has occupied a representative office on the top floor of Olivia’s newest building – Olivia Prime with an area of nearly 1500 m.kw. When designing the office for Viterra, we decided to refer to the industry in which they specialize and use the colors of fields visible from a bird’s eye view, cereals in warm shades of yellow, gold and green grasses, complementing them with accents in cobalt and dark green – Monika Loewnau-Solis, project manager and architect from Design Anatomy, describes the project.
Myśląc o związkach firmy z naturą postawiliśmy także na ekologię i odpowiedzialność środowiskową.
W całym biurze pojawiły się ażurowe panele odgradzające poszczególne strefy oraz panele ścienne.
Wszystkie wykonane zostały z butelek PET, które nie dość, że pochodzą z przetworzonego plastiku, to jeszcze cechują je wysokie parametry dźwiękochłonności i ciekawa estetyka.
Panele z PET wykorzystane zostały także na sufitach w częściach jadalnianych, a w pozostałej części biura stanowią oryginalne elementy dekoracyjne, zarazem przeciwdziałające rozprzestrzenianiu się dźwięków pochodzących ze strefy open space.

 

Viterra’s environmental awareness is manifested not only in the use of recycled finishing materials.
The furniture used in the office is part of the company’s re-use policy.
Viterra decided to reuse desks that had been used for a short period of time in another company.
These are high-class ergonomic electric desks that allow you to change your working position from sitting to standing.
This is especially important for employees of the sales department, who often spend many hours on strenuous, energy-intensive work, as well as in accounting and the legal department.

 

The functional layout of the office is very clearly divided into common areas and work zones.
The heart is the reception area, a place for integration and interaction of the entire company team.
Thanks to the stylistic treatments used, the variety of forms and materials, it welcomes you with exceptional energy from the entrance.
Geometric forms of acoustic panels on the ceilings, wall finishes in natural sepia and cork envelop the space, dampening excessive noise.
Colourful, sunny and bright armchairs, poufs and seats on the walls encourage meetings and conversations.
Their location provides a view of the vast forest of the Tri-City Landscape Park, which allows you to relax during the working day.
In the immediate vicinity of the reception desk, telephone booths and conference rooms have been designed.
All of them have been finished with acoustic cladding, and there are wooden slats on the ceilings.
Their interiors are dominated by saturated colors taken from nature, which are supposed to stimulate energy during meetings taking place in them.

 

Viterra’s employees have two enclosed kitchens at their disposal, in which the transitions from the kitchen areas to the dining areas have been clearly emphasized by the use of different materials in each part of the room.
In the kitchen area, there are vinyl tiles in the color of natural wood on the floor, and geometric patterns in the dining room.
These accents were also reproduced on the ceilings of both parts, emphasizing their different functions.
Both kitchens have been complemented with contrasting accents in accordance with the arrangement concept defined for the entire office.

 

To separate individual zones of the office, we decided to use openwork walls with geometric patterns – says Monika Loewnau-Solis. In this way, we defined the design of the entire office, but also gained an additional function – we ensured the intimacy and coziness of the space, and additionally limited the spread of sounds between the usually noisy, energetic part of the open space and the intimate and quiet work zone for lawyers and accounting.

 

The goal we set was to adapt the office to the current trends – hybrid work, enabling employees to fully return to stationary work in the future – says Monika Loewnau-Solis. At the same time, the client was very keen on the comfort of the staff and the appropriate distribution of teams with different work characteristics.
We decided to divide the office into a part intended for focused work and an active, loud cooperation zone, where there is energy, joint work and cooperation of entire teams of the company.

 

Viterra’s office also includes a terrace with an area of 180 m.kw, which is located on the 15th floor of Olivia Prime. It is the highest terrace with a view not only of the forest surrounding Olivia, but also of the Bay of Gdańsk and the most interesting icons of the Gdańsk landscape – Polsat Arena, shipyard cranes and the silhouette of St. Mary’s Church. This space is still waiting to be developed, but chill out zones, lounge beds and greenery are being prepared, allowing you to rest during the working day.

 

From summer to autumn – September’s summary!

A Time of Fun, Help and Shared Energy!

 

September was marked by emotions, sports challenges and joint initiatives, which showed that we can not only have fun, but also help others.
Thank you for being with us and getting involved in these wonderful events!

 

Santander Charity Run – 1100 people at the start!

This year’s Santander Charity Run attracted as many as 1100 participants who combined sport with a noble cause.
We all ran for children suffering from oncological diseases, and the atmosphere was full of joy, energy and hope.
It was a lot of fun, and the joint help and commitment of the participants made a great impression.
Thank you to everyone who took part and supported this important initiative!

 

Oliwa Ultramarathon – Two Distances and Great Emotions

September is also a month of challenges, and the Oliwa Ultramarathon provided plenty of them!
The participants had a choice of two routes: 10 km and 21 km, and each of the runners showed not only strength, but also determination.
Several representatives of Oliwa companies also faced the route – congratulations to everyone who reached the finish line!
This race proved that our community is a real tough guy.

 

Meeting with Janek Tatarowicz – Ninja Warrior Poland Master

Great emotions also accompanied the meeting with Janek Tatarowicz, the winner of Ninja Warrior Poland and the 11.
the person in the world who won this title!
Janek visited us on the patio, where he presented an amazing demonstration of his skills on obstacles.
Kids from the “White Kitten” kindergarten had a unique opportunity not only to see this performance, but also to meet a real champion.
This event would not have taken place without the support of Santander Work Café – a big thank you for the great initiative and unforgettable moments!

 

Auditions for the Choir – We are looking for male voices

Music was also strongly present in September! The auditions for the choir took place over two days, and we were looking primarily for male voices.
10 candidates took part in the auditions, and we congratulate them on their courage and talent.
We can’t wait to see them perform at future concerts!

 

Outdoor Cinema – Movie, Popcorn and Great Atmosphere

September is also an open-air cinema, which, despite the capricious weather, provided a lot of joy.
Although the rain made the movie “Dream Scenario” move indoors, no one complained – the warm atmosphere, popcorn and hot drinks made sure that everyone had a great time.
It was intimate, but this is what created the unique atmosphere of the evening.

 

Football League – It’s Time for the Games!

Finally, important information for football lovers – registration for the Football League has started! The companies that have entered are already preparing for the first games, and the excitement will certainly be enormous.
We keep our fingers crossed for all the competitors and can’t wait to see who wins the championship!

 

Thank you for being with us!

 

The first edition of the Outdoor Cinema in Olivia!

We cordially invite you to a unique evening under the stars!

 

On Thursday, September 12 , we meet at the first edition of the Outdoor Cinema in Olivia.

 

We have prepared an unforgettable movie screening for you, which will make you feel that this is not the end of summer!


And what will we watch?


Dream Scenario! That is, a film about an underestimated and almost imperceptible gray man, whose fate changes dramatically since people all over the world dream every night.


Curious about this title? Be sure to drop by and relax with us!

The screening starts at 7:00 p.m., but we recommend arriving from 6:30 p.m. to take the best seats and sit comfortably.

 


Where do we meet?

On the terrace of the 2nd floor of Olivia Star in O4 Coworking!

 


How to get there?

Buy a ticket, enter your details and report to the reception desk in the Olivia Star building before the screening.
There you will be instructed further.

We encourage you to take your friends and family with you – just buy a ticket for an accompanying person!

Popcorn, prosecco, and hot drinks will be available on site!
And all this for only 10 PLN!

 


Hurry up, because the number of places is limited!

Also, don’t forget about warmer clothing, because the evening can be cold!
We are looking forward to seeing you at the joint screening in the open air!


SEE YOU!

 

 

 

Olivia Gastro Park. Through the stomach to the heart of the residents

The awarding of two restaurants from the Olivia Centre with the prestigious laurels of the Michelin culinary guide was widely publicized in the media all over the country.
The star, which is the highest distinction in the world of gastronomy, was won by the Arco by Paco Perez restaurant, and the Treinta y Tres restaurant won the Bib Gourmand distinction.
Both restaurants are located on the 33rd floor of Olivia Star and are run by internationally renowned chefs – the Spaniard Paco Perez and the Italian Antonio Arcieri.

 

However, managing gastronomy in a business center is a challenge that poses an even higher degree of challenge to managers on a daily basis than running a fine-dining restaurant.
Such restaurants provide the necessary prestige for such a place and are perfect for celebrating special celebrations, both corporate and private.
The key to culinary success in a business center where as many as 15 thousand people work.
The employees seem to be not only of high quality, but also diversity, allowing them to escape from everyday monotony and repetitiveness, which is why there are as many as 12 restaurants and smaller catering outlets operating in Olivia Centre.

 

At the heart of such a wide range of food and beverage products is the belief that its quality is one of the factors influencing the assessment of the workplace.
What’s more, good, quality nutrition and a varied diet are the basis of well-being and translate into work efficiency.
Certainly, providing this to 15,000 employees is not an easy challenge, but such a number of potential guests is a considerable market potential, and the example of Olivia Centre shows that it can be done well.

 

– We are fully aware that the vast majority of Olivia’s employees regularly use the offer of catering facilities that await in our centre, which is why this is one of the areas that we are trying to take care of.
Even if not on an ongoing basis, at least at the stage of selecting culinary concepts, we want to ensure the greatest possible variety and quality
– says Maciej Kotarski from Olivia Centre.
We are aware that tastes are very diverse, but they can also be changeable, which is why we try to ensure that the proposals available in Olivia allow us to provide interesting culinary options not only in terms of dishes, but also the forms and times of the day in which they are offered.
We have managed to provide original breakfast, lunch and evening concepts, as well as a variety of formulas: from casual bars, confectioneries and classic cafes to prestigious restaurants awarded by the Michelin guide.

 

 

 

The latest of the points that are available in Olivia is Zachcianki – a café combined with a bistro, where original breakfasts, lunches and desserts are offered.
As Ewa Kowalska, co-owner of Zachcianki, emphasizes , their offer is unique on the Tri-City market: Dishes are prepared on the spot, and cakes are baked in a workshop in Wrzeszcz.
We use simple, natural ingredients that everyone has at home, but what distinguishes us is that we show the full ingredients – so that the customer knows exactly what they are eating and we do not do it only for desserts, but we also show the full ingredients and nutritional values for savoury dishes.
This is an unusual approach on the Tri-City market for now, but we hope that this will change.
We wanted Wanting to be a place where you can slow down for a moment, take a breath and remind yourself that you have to take care of yourself, that you have to be kind to yourself.
That it is worth fulfilling your whims.
And we can see that it works well – despite the holidays, we have more and more guests.
They drop by for specifics, for a cake with coffee and for informal meetings.

 

Olivia offers such food outlets as KOKU sushi bar, Natka bistro, Starbucks, Lobster restaurant, Work Cafe Santander and Gorąco Polecam café combined with coworking space.
As Maciej Kotarski emphasizes, the variability of preferences requires the creation of a well-thought-out and diverse, but also flexible offer: In Olivia, the answer to this is the multitude of premises and the selection of proposals, which takes place already at the stage of signing their lease agreements.
After years of operation, we already have experience that allows us to predict what the reception of individual proposals may be, and we also make sure not to create internal competition that may affect the situation of our existing tenants.
Therefore, we would certainly not launch two sushi establishments or two pizzerias.

 

Olivia Centre sets the development of attractiveness for the inhabitants of the Tri-City and tourists 7 days a week and after 5.00 p.m. as one of its goals.
It is for this reason that attractions such as observation deck at 32 floors. Olivia Star, Olivia Garden or the conference and event center on the 34th floor of the tallest building in northern Poland.
Thanks to this, Olivia quickly became a destination for trips, a place where you can spend a Friday evening at a disco, shanty or jazz concert.
The largest Polish business centre already has theatre performances and concerts by such stars of the Polish scene as Krystyna Janda, Leszek Możdżer, Daria Zawiałow, Mrozu and Krzysztof Zalewski. Over 1700 events take place annually in Olivia , so it can be considered that Olivia has already become one of the most attractive places not only for work, but also for the cultural and entertainment life of the Tri-City. This is also confirmed by the award of the Marshal of the Pomeranian Voivodeship, awarded to Olivia on the occasion of the International Tourism Day for expanding the tourist offer of Pomerania with non-obvious projects at an exceptional level.
It is the only award that has been awarded to office buildings for the development of the tourist offer of a given region.

 

The new buildings of Olivia, the construction of which is already being prepared, will additionally increase the demand for services offered in Olivia, so it is possible that the proposals in this largest Polish business center will expand even more.
The most important thing, however, is that Olivia remains a friendly center, open to residents and guests from all over the world, not only during the center’s opening hours.

 

 

Automotive O! Summer on the Patio on August 28!

If you are looking for an unforgettable experience and want to feel real emotions, then THIS Summer on the Patio is just for you!

 

What have we prepared for you?

 

1. F1 Simulator – Feel like a real rally driver! Do you dream of getting behind the wheel of a Formula 1 car and feeling the speed?
Now’s your chance!
The F1 simulator will allow you to experience the emotions that accompany real racers.
Test your skills, compete with your friends, discover your inner master of the wheel and win a prize!

 

2. Competitions and games – Test your dexterity and speed! There will be competitions and games waiting for you, in which you will be able to show your cleverness and reflexes.
Will your speed allow you to be a builder?
Show what you’re made of!

 

3. Exhibition of racing cars – See automotive legends! On our patio, you will have the opportunity to admire both classic and modern racing cars.
This is a unique opportunity to see up close machines that we only admire on screens on a daily basis.
Every automotive enthusiast will find something for themselves here!

 

4. Live music, ice cream and full chillout – Relax and have fun with us! The whole day will be made more pleasant by live music, to which you will be able to wave your foot and relax in a pleasant atmosphere.
There will also be delicious ice cream and other delicacies that will allow you to cool down on a summer day.

 

  It is not only a great opportunity to spend time outdoors with friends, but also a chance to experience something special.
The event on our patio is a combination of passion for motorization, good music and relaxation.  

On August 28, join us on the patio and feel the call of competition!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The first Summer on the Patio 2024 is behind us! This year in the ART style

ART IN ACTION!

 

Karol, Natalia and Lucjan are three extraordinary artists who introduced us to the world of art full of colors and creativity.

 

Creative workshops with artists were very popular among the residents. During this sunny noon, you could learn to draw, paint, let your imagination run wild and create various WORKS OF ART!

 

Not only art was in the spotlight – the event also featured the Olivia Football League 2023/2024 closing gala! Congratulations to the winners: EPAM, Arrow and Just Join IT, who took the highest places on the podium.

 

It is worth noting that the prizes for the best teams were prepared by the “Park On” association, which supports people with Parkinson’s disease. Thanks to their commitment and support, we were able to celebrate sports achievements in such a unique way.

 

We would like to thank all teams and players for their sportsmanship and keep our fingers crossed for further exciting matches in the upcoming season.

 

About! SUMMER: check out the proposals for kids

We will not write too much here. But… If you have children, you may be interested in day camps in Olivia. Here are some suggestions for July.

Treasures of the past. Day camps with Bricks 4 Kids

15-19.07 | Olivia Sky Club

1100 PLN

More

 

 

Superheroes in action. Day camps with Bricks 4 Kids

22-26.07 | Olivia Sky Club

1100 PLN

More

 

 

Space Day Camp with Mr. Robot

29.07-02.08 | Thinking Zone

PLN 750 for a Resident!

More

 

 

A date with a recruiter – O4 coworking in Olivia Centre is becoming one of the most dynamically operating recruitment centres in Pomerania

Urban legends circulate about how recruiters use dating apps to find candidates. It turns out that dating recruiters actually takes place and for the benefit of both candidates and companies. O4 Coworking in Gdańsk has been organizing speed recruitment dates for 3 years now. The effects are surprising.

 

O4 Coworking residents are small and medium-sized companies for which time and effectiveness of reaching candidates are important. We have heard from many of them that it is difficult for them to recruit people for junior positions. That’s why we created a format we called Recruitment Speed Dating. In May, we organized the 7th edition of the project, which after a month from its end gives participants satisfaction from working in the companies they met at this event – says Martyna Czarnobaj-Borowska, creator and manager of this format.

 

What is speed dating recruiting? O4 Coworking invites specific Pomeranian universities to cooperate and recruits participants from among their students. At the same time, it includes companies that are looking for people for junior positions in the project. So far, 500 students and 100 employers have participated in the project. When applying for the project, students must justify why they want to take part in it, and the project itself is divided into several stages, which allow young adepts to prepare for interviews, and companies to recognize the best candidates for work. The first stage consists of workshops on competences that are useful at the stage of looking for a job and developing a career, as well as initial interviews aimed at checking the fit of candidates to the needs of companies. The magic happens at the next stage. Each participant meets with people representing the companies involved in the project. These conversations last 6 minutes and take place on a similar basis to “speed dating.”

Speed Dating at O4 coworking

 


This year, we took part in 2 editions of this project
– says Bartosz Badzioch, director at PredictX, a company looking for young, creative employees as part of Recruitment Speed Dating. Within 3 hours, I had 20 recruitment interviews with young people who had been tested beforehand, open-minded and willing to work. I was able to get to know their motivations, and they had the opportunity to learn what we do at PredicX and how we work. In one morning, I collected 20 well-chosen CVs. I invited some of these people to further recruitment. In addition to recruitment benefits, participation in this project is also a valuable image-building activity.

 

Students who “dated” companies also did not hide their satisfaction with participation in the project. Weronika Paluch, a student of English Philology at the University of Gdańsk, appreciated the workshops preceding the meetings with recruiters. Most of the people I know from university have already had their first professional experience. We know that finding a job that we will fit in and grow in requires more than just responding to advertisements. That is why the workshops on communication and the use of LinkedIn in the job search process were very valuable to us. And the quick meetings with recruiters themselves are a developing experience. Even if they do not end with receiving an offer, they are a great opportunity to practice and learn about the mechanisms of modern recruitment – Weronika describes her experience.

Speed Dating at O4 coworking

 

The partner of the 7. edition of Speed Dating Recruitment was EF Education First, a world leader in language and intercultural education, as well as WSB Merito and the University of Gdańsk “We share a common goal with EF – to open the door to new growth opportunities. EF has been doing this in the field of language education for almost 60 years, offering language courses and learning trips around the world. We know from employers that knowledge of foreign languages is often a basic requirement for people starting their careers. That is why it is worth investing in proven solutions and that is why we are glad that EF was a partner of this edition of Speed Dating – sums up Martyna Czarnobaj-Borowska.

 

Olivia Centre is a hub in which over 200 companies are currently operating – emphasizes Bogusław Wieczorek, the representative of the Management Board of Olivia Centre. These are very different entities – from the most well-known global corporations such as Amazon, Bayer, Nike or thyssenkrupp to small and medium-sized enterprises concentrated in the O4 coworking space. It is our melting pot of creativity and it is where many initiatives are born, bringing added value to the entire community of Olivia residents. Speed Dating Recruitment is one of them, and the fact that its seventh edition has already taken place shows that the project brings tangible results. As the experience of previous editions shows, almost all participants have a good chance of finding a job, because the effectiveness of this form of recruitment is almost 70%.