Tag: COMMUNITY

Near the Olivia Centre, the Tri-City club of classic car enthusiasts ended its automotive season. 150 vehicles gathered near the largest business center in Poland, emphasizing that Olivia is a place open to everyone, but also a space for the integration of a strong community that pursues its passions in several interest clubs.

Classic design is not only about beautiful architecture, interior design or accessories that give them a special character. These are also vehicles whose beauty delights and adds a touch of nostalgia, because when admiring vehicles from the 50s, 60s and even 30s, it is difficult to resist the impression that such beautiful vehicles are no longer produced. Art-deco-inspired vehicle lines, chrome accessories, prioritisation given to aesthetics over production costs or aerodynamics are symbols of car design from the old era. And yes, such vehicles are definitely not seen too often on the streets today, not only because there are fewer and fewer of them, but also because their collector’s value is growing and their owners are less and less likely to take the risk of going out on crowded city streets. However, there are occasions that bring together classic car enthusiasts in one place, regardless of the risks and weather conditions.

The end of the season of classic vehicles is one of such reasons, especially since it was held for the first time in Oliwa – at the legendary Olivia Hall and Olivia Centre, and one of the organizers and patrons was the largest business center in Poland. The event also had its good spirit – Wojciech Daniszewski – a lover of classic vehicles, an employee of Olivia’s IT Department on a daily basis, whose commitment allowed the event to move to a new location. Olivia Centre is not only a fantastic place to work or run a business, it is also people with passion and space to pursue their interests – says Wojciech Daniszewski. As a long-time promoter of the culture of classic motoring in the Tri-City, I am extremely pleased with the fact that thanks to the newly established passion club, which is Olivia Classic, we had the pleasure to refresh the formula of one of the largest classic car rallies in the country, which is “Ending the Season Classically”.

The rally became an event inaugurating the activity of a new passion club in Olivia: Olivia Classic, i.e. a space connecting lovers of classic cars. This is yet another such initiative, allowing employees who work in one place to develop their interests. Olivia develops projects supporting the integration of company employees and during this time it has become not only an office center, but also a place that effectively strives to build a strong, integrated community. The club of automotive enthusiasts joined the sailing club, photography enthusiasts, filmmaking and numerous sports clubs, but also such unconventional projects as the Olivia Centre Choir, art lovers, plant care enthusiasts or a group of social activists involved in numerous aid projects for seniors, the poor and refugees.

As Wojciech Daniszewski emphasizes, the event crowning the season in the vicinity of the prestigious Olivia Centre business centre was a bull’s eye: Despite the capricious weather, Olivia’s car parks hosted over 150 road veterans from various automotive eras – from iconic cars of the 90s, through monuments to the People’s Republic of Poland, such as the well-known Fiat 126p or FSO Warszawa, to the Mercedes W136 produced since 1936. I am convinced that every car enthusiast has found something for themselves. In addition to beautiful cars, which we do not see in city traffic every day, the event saw numerous competitions with prizes, stands of rally partners, a food court with delicious snacks and a discussion panel with a participant of the iconic Dakar Classic rally. Seeing the enthusiasm and interest among Olivia’s residents, as well as automotive enthusiasts of the past era from all over Pomerania, we are already planning the next meetings of the Olivia Classic passion club, which we are preparing for next spring.

Projects involving the employees of Olivia Centre are a strategy that has been implemented for years, aimed at using and expanding the potential of the community of 15 thousand employees who work in Olivia on a daily basis. These projects have proven their value more than once both for the residents of the Tri-City, when, for example, during the pandemic, they organized help for dependent people in shopping, walking dogs or preparing Christmas gifts, but also bring exceptional value to the residents themselves.

Surveys conducted among managers of companies from Olivia allowed us to see a significant impact of this project on restoring stationary work and motivating their employees. As Dawid Glamowski, Director of the Resident Relations Department at Olivia Centre, emphasizes, the research has confirmed that the attendance in offices definitely increases on days when special events are held in Olivia, organized for employees, and their connection with the workplace is strongly dependent on the number of initiatives in which they participate. Projects such as ambassador clubs at Olivia Centre are a key element in building strong and lasting relationships with our residents ,” says Dawid Glamowski. Today’s market trends and corporate requirements emphasize creating a work environment that supports inclusion, passion development, and community building, which increases employee engagement. Initiatives like this allow us to not only meet these expectations, but also to stand out as a place that supports both the professional and personal needs of our residents.

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Such fantastic news! 14 teams took part in the charity volleyball tournament “JUMP HIGH FOR SANTA CLAUS!”, which was brilliantly organized by volunteers from Bayer. Olivia was represented by Bayer Externals, EPAM Poland, Bayer Global Business Services Gdansk, Olivia Centre, PwC, Sii Poland! To the Hospice im. Ks. Dutkiewicz in Gdańsk received 15,950 zlotys!

As Agata Lewandowska from Bayer, who coordinated the whole event, says: “The amount from the entry fee for the participation of companies in the charity tournament is as much as PLN 14,000. But that’s not all! During the match, there was a lottery and auction to which m.in. Trefl Gdańsk joined, donating, for example, a T-shirt with Mariusz Wlazlo’s number and his signature, a puzzle with the image and autograph of this player, and 4 vouchers exchangeable for tickets for a match with the three-time winner of the Volleyball Champions League – Grupa Azoty ZAKSA Kędzierzyn-Koźle. The total amount obtained from this game is 1950 PLN. In the end, we collected PLN 15,950. The whole was donated to the Hospice Foundation in Gdańsk. The tournament was also attended by children from the Foundation, who lively commented on the matches and cheered on the teams. Thank you all very much, because without you it would not have been possible.”

On the podium were:

1st place: Bayer Externals

2nd place: Lufthansa Systems

Location 3: DNV

Here are all the teams of the tournament (in no particular order): JIT Team, HLAG, Oddyssey Logistics, Kemira, DNV, LSEG, Volue, Sii, EPAM, Lufthansa Systems, PwC, Olivia Centre and two Bayer teams: GBS Bayer Gdańsk and Bayer Externals.

THANK YOU!
Once again, we have proven that only together can we do more!

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Christmas is a special time. A time that – like no other – unites us around universal values, which are love, care, kindness and the desire to do good. We try to be closer to ourselves, we open up to others, we are also more attentive to their needs.

Being together is especially beautiful about Christmas . December reminds us of the importance of relationships, the value of meetings and time together. Moments spent with loved ones at the Christmas Eve table, many hours of conversations, joyful caroling and gestures full of warmth strengthen bonds and make us realize what is really important. Christmas is also a time of exceptional sensitivity and attention to others. Sharing what we have builds a sense of community and solidarity. It also makes us become, quite simply, better people, getting to know each other and enriching each other.

This year, we try to spend the pre-Christmas time in Olivia (as every year) together. Together with you, the Residents and together with the Charities that are close to Olivia. So there will be a common Christmas fair and there will be a concert with carols, there will be a joint decorating of the Christmas tree. There will be Christmas workshops and Christmas guessing games. Our Christmas schedule is just around the corner, but you need to know now that we’ve started! Since we can’t wait for Christmas, we are already preparing a very special Christmas card. We do this together with:

Sprawni Inaczej Foundation

Association for People with Parkinson’s Disease and Osteoarthritis of the Brain and ParkOn Caregivers

ZeroBAN Social Cooperative

We will see our Christmas Partners at the sundries fair on December 5.
We invite you today and encourage you to help!

Sprawni Inaczej Foundation

It is an open and socially engaged team working for the benefit of people with disabilities and their environment. The aim of the Foundation is to make the children under their care as independent as possible and to support their families. “Through rehabilitation and therapy, we discover and develop opportunities for purposeful and useful work. In our actions, we are guided by respect, solidarity and responsibility.”

See how you can help

Association for People with Parkinson’s Disease and Osteoarthritis of the Brain and ParkOn Caregivers

The Association conducts activities for people with degenerative brain diseases and their caregivers in the field of health protection and promotion, care and social assistance, increasing access to the best treatment and activities involving patients and caregivers in social life. “We are convinced that a holistic approach to rehabilitation is the most appropriate course of action.”

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ZeroBAN Social Cooperative

The Zeroban Social Cooperative is a social enterprise that combines activities aimed at the professional and social integration of people at risk of exclusion with practical and educational activities for the environment and sustainable development through upcycling and closing the loop of advertising materials. “We are a social economy entity, which means that we run a type of business that focuses on helping people and communities, not just making money. The goal of companies and organizations operating in the social economy is primarily to create the common good – to help people in a difficult situation, to care for the environment, to support local communities.”

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And in our country, Christmas begins with a Christmas tree…
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What can I say, Inside Seaside Festival is a unique event! Over 12 thousand people took part in its first edition. Inside Seaside is back this fall! The second edition of the event will take place on 9-10 November and will once again be hosted in the halls of AmberExpo! And now beware! You can get a ticket to this super event and the Olivia Photo Club Special Accreditation. You will also be able to take part in a short meeting-workshop with the official photographer of Inside Seaside, Karol Kacperski.

How to do it? Take part in Olivia’s photo contest and Inside Seaside Festival!

COMPETITION FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: OLIVIA RESIDENTS AND MEMBERS OF THE OLIVIA PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB!

1. From October 31, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. until November 5 at 11:59 p.m. Send to komunikacja@oliviacentre.com two photos of yourself: one from the festival/concert event and the other (any topic here), which in your opinion is the best of the best you have ever taken. Briefly justify your choice of each photo (why it is the best, in your opinion) and also write why you want to take part in the festival as a photojournalist.
2. When sending the competition works along with the justification referred to in point 1, provide us with your name and surname, the name of the company from Olivia where you work (or the nickname under which you are in the Olivia Photography Club on FB) and your phone number, so that we can contact you easily and quickly.
3. Attach the following consent clause to your entry in the Competition:
   “I consent to the processing of my personal data by Olivia Serwis Sp. z o.o. with its registered office in Gdańsk in the form of name, surname, e-mail address, name of the tenant or nick referred to in in point 2.1. Competition Regulations and telephone number in order to conduct the Competition, including my participation in the Competition, issuing a prize in the Competition and contacting me in this matter.”
4. Only 5 people whose works are considered by the jury to be the most interesting, inspiring, and most delightful will receive the above-mentioned tickets/accreditations to the festival.
5. The results of the competition will be announced by 6 November 2024. to Hours. 23:59.
6. The competition is addressed to the Residents of the Olivia Centre, i.e. employees of companies that have their headquarters/offices in Olivia Centre and to non-residents-members of the Olivia Photography Club gathered (until 29.10.2024) in the Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/klubfoto.olivii

Read the competition regulations and the information clause!

Contest Rules
Information clause. Information on the processing of personal data

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS

During the festival on 9-10 November, there will be two short meetings with Karol and Łukasz Kubacki from LIVE, who will talk about what the work of a photojournalist looks like and how to move around the area. The best works will be made available by the festival organizers in the gallery from the festival on the Inside Seaside channels.

During the workshop, you will have to face a professional photographic brief for concert photographers. Karol Kacperski will provide advice.