Pointe Claire, Canada, June 19, 2024 — Future Electronics, a leading global distributor of electronic components, is excited to announce an upcoming team-building workshop—hosted by the Learning & Development department – that will focus on the benefits of improv comedy.
This innovative workshop aims to enrich the lives of employees, strengthen their interpersonal relationships, and provide an overall experience of fun for all involved.
The first session is scheduled for the afternoon of Wednesday, June 19, 2024, and will be held at Future Electronics’ headquarters in Montreal, Canada. The workshop will last approximately 90 minutes, with 15 minutes dedicated to a presentation on the benefits of improv comedy, followed by a series of engaging improv exercises.
“Our team is thrilled to participate in the improv team comedy team-building event. We believe that laughter is the best medicine, and we’re excited to strengthen our teamwork and creativity in a fun and light-hearted atmosphere,” said Future Electronics’ Corporate Vice President of Digital Marketing Georgia Genovezos.
Future Electronics’ Web Support Customer Service Advocate Lonny Goffman will share insights on how improv comedy can enhance various skills such as confidence, listening skills, quick-thinking and decision-making, empathy, problem-solving abilities, and stress relief. Lonny has been studying, performing and producing improv comedy content for over 2 years, but has been a lifelong patron and fan of the genre.
“Improv comedy reveals your inner extrovert while melting away insecurities with spontaneous fun,” said Lonny, when asked about his upcoming improv session. “I’m so excited to be offering this workshop to my Future Electronics’ Family. Performing improv comedy has changed my life for the better and I can’t wait to share this gift with the rest of the company.”
The inaugural workshop will be offered to the Digital Marketing & E-Commerce Team, with limited spaces available to the first 16 participants who sign up. Future Electronics plans to extend this initiative to other departments in the future, aiming to offer the workshop on a monthly basis.
Future Electronics is committed to fostering a positive and engaging workplace culture. By integrating improv comedy into their team building activities, the company hopes to provide employees with valuable tools that can be applied in their personal and professional lives. This initiative underscores Future Electronics’ dedication to continuous learning and development, ensuring that their teams are well-equipped to thrive in a dynamic and ever-evolving industry.