Oakwyn Teams Day: A Gathering to Unite, Inspire, and Build Stronger Teams
At Oakwyn, 2023 was the Year to Unite. In a real estate industry often defined by competition, Oakwyn embraced a different approach, bringing people together to build stronger, more collaborative teams. Putting this year’s theme of Unite into action, Oakwyn hosted Teams Day on November 6, 2023, at the historic Vancouver Club. This special event provided a platform for team leaders, aspiring team members, and all Oakwynites to come together, learn, and foster a culture of support and teamwork.
A Day of Insight, Strategy, and Connection
Beginning at 12:30 PM, the day opened with a Team Lead Panel, featuring insights from some of Oakwyn’s leaders: Denny Dumas, Jessica Chen, Mike Stewart, and Pete Shpak. This exclusive session for team leads offered a rare opportunity for these leaders to discuss their strategies, experiences, and challenges in team building, leadership, and sustaining high-performance cultures within Oakwyn. The panel’s collaborative discussion set the tone for a day centered on unity and growth.
Following a brief break, the event opened to all Oakwyn team members at 2:30 PM for a workshop led by Robin Turnill, Managing Consultant at People & Culture. With over 20 years of experience in executive management and consulting, Robin provided valuable insights on building effective communication, fostering healthy team dynamics, and developing strategies that prioritize people and culture. Her practical, interactive approach encouraged Oakwynites to rethink team dynamics and to prioritize strategies that lead to cohesive, resilient teams. Every participant left with actionable strategies to bring out the best in themselves and their teams.
Fostering Connections at the Meet & Greet
To close the day, Oakwyn hosted an open Meet & Greet from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, designed for those interested in building teams or joining one. The meet and greet provided a relaxed, open space where Oakwyn team members explored new connections, discussed shared goals, and discovered how they could contribute to the collective mission. This informal networking time encouraged Oakwynites to connect across various levels and specialties, sparking new ideas for collaboration and growth.
About the Guest Speaker: Robin Turnill
Robin Turnill, the guest speaker of the day, was a Managing Consultant in People & Culture with a distinguished career spanning two decades. Having served in executive HR roles and as a Chief Operating Officer, Robin brought expertise from both public and private sectors and non-profits. Her strategic HR consulting has supported clients across industries, including legal, financial, healthcare, and education, and she is known for her impactful work in developing effective teams, strategic HR services, and employee-centric workplace cultures. Her experience provided Oakwynites with key insights into how to cultivate meaningful professional relationships and foster an environment where each team member thrives.
Oakwyn’s Commitment to Unity
The Teams Day event underscored Oakwyn’s commitment to nurturing a collaborative and supportive culture. In an industry where individual success is often the focus, Oakwyn’s Unite theme and this event demonstrated that true strength lies in teamwork. By investing in its people, fostering open communication, and creating spaces for genuine connection, Oakwyn sets itself apart as a place where unity, support, and mutual growth are foundational values.
As Oakwyn looks toward the future, the connections made and lessons learned at Teams Day played a vital role in building a workplace that celebrates unity and collaboration, empowering every team member to thrive together.
