From Slack to Sunset: How Gasp Team Connects

About Gasp

Gasp is a remote-first international startup based in Europe. It is composed of talented individuals, including high-tech professionals and developers, collaborating from around the globe toward a shared goal.

The Gasp network is a censorship-resistant, peer-to-peer blockchain system for cross-chain cryptocurrency exchange, prioritizing security, self-custody, and guaranteed liquidity withdrawal without intermediaries.

Group of people posing for a drone shot on the roof top terrace, Šibenik in the background

The Objective of the Retreat

Even the birds in the trees know that retreats play a crucial role in employee engagement. Every remote-first company should include them in their employee satisfaction strategy. At Gasp, annual events are a must to keep their distributed culture thriving.

“Communicating on Slack is one thing, but meeting people in person is entirely different. That’s why, in our cultural manual, we prioritize yearly gatherings where everyone comes together—no matter where in the world they are. These meetings are an opportunity to not only work collaboratively but also to enjoy day-to-day life together, share meals, and engage in deep, meaningful conversations.”

Allison Ebel, Chief Delivery Officer, QuoIntelligence Portrait image

Klaudia Kelenyova,

People & Admin at Gasp

Activities at the Retreat

Blue Cruise boat tour

The unforgettable adventure began with hotel pick-up and a gathering at Torba. The Gasp team enjoyed a scenic photo stop at Omerli Tepe and a coffee break at Camlık Village. Further on they explored the Black Valley, visited an olive oil factory, and embarked on a gulet boat for a delightful afternoon sail with lunch and swimming stops. The journey concluded as the boat returned to Bodrum Harbour.

Sunset Beach BBQ Party

The team enjoyed an unforgettable Sunset Beach BBQ Party, having delicious dishes while admiring stunning views of the setting sun. With a curated menu featuring appetizers like crispy shrimp and Bodrum style crispy potatoes, and main courses including minced meat BBQ and frankfurter sausages, everyone experienced the perfect blend of great food, company, and Mediterranean scenery.

Retreat Highlights

Drone shot above sea, group of people kayaking

Personal connections

“Gathering around the fire after dinner and just talking—not just work-related, but also personal. We also enjoyed shared fun activities and the opportunity to explore Turkish culture together which was sometimes challenging 😁”

Klaudia Kelenyova,

People & Admin at Gasp

Venue choice

“Our venue was a full buyout—a small boutique hotel exclusively for us—which turned out to be the best choice for the team. It provided the perfect environment to relax and enjoy having the entire hotel to ourselves. Simply put, the venue was one of the highlights of our retreat.”

Klaudia Kelenyova,

People & Admin at Gasp

Working with OnsiteHub

“From the very first inquiry I sent to OnsiteHub, I had a great feeling about this collaboration. I was searching for someone to help me with accommodation options in Turkey, and Milana went above and beyond by suggesting the perfect location and venue.”

Klaudia Kelenyova,

People & Admin at Gasp

From location and venue sourcing to local recommendations, we brought our industry and local insight and partnered with Klaudia to craft a memorable event for her team.

QuoIntelligence's and OnsiteHub's C level

Final Thoughts

Giving employees a chance to unwind leads to real conversations, meaningful connections, and stronger bonds. Prioritizing retreats isn’t just a perk—it’s an investment in your people. When they recharge and connect, everyone wins, including your business.

“Thanks to you, we had an amazing time together—we’re still talking about our retreat and funny situations that brought us together during our video calls. We can’t wait to start planning the next one for 2025!”

Klaudia Kelenyova,

People & Admin at Gasp

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