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DSM Talent 2026 Christmas Party

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Partners!

The holiday season is fast approaching, and we are absolutely thrilled to invite your talented team member to our 2026 Christmas Party! This year, we're taking the festivities to a lush, relaxing getaway where everyone can step away from their desks, unwind in nature, and celebrate a fantastic year of hard work together.

Click here to RSVP until October 10, 2026

Event Date

Nov 28–29, 2026

Location

Calauan, Laguna

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DSM Talent RSVP & Budget Estimate 2026

Let’s give your talents a celebration to look forward to! Our Year-End Christmas Party is a chance for them to unwind, connect with fellow talents, and celebrate the hard work they’ve contributed throughout the year. We’d love for your talents to join us. Your support will help make this a memorable and meaningful experience—and show them how much their contributions are appreciated. Please RSVP by October 10 so we can plan a wonderful celebration together.

To help us finalize our resort accommodations, catering, and event logistics, please secure your talent's spot by completing the RSVP form by October 10, 2026.

What Your Talent Can Look Forward To

Two days at the resort bring together the best of both — a guided coaching session built around practical skills, plenty of team-building and genuine bonding time, and a Christmas party made for remembering. Here’s what your talent has coming to them.

  • A guided coaching session: Practical skills they can use right away — finding clarity, staying steady under pressure, and working better with the people around them.

  • Sharper focus and confidence: Simple techniques that bring direction to everyday work and help them make decisions that line up with their goals and strengths.

  • Team-building and bonding: Games and outdoor activities that turn colleagues into a team — and give everyone a reason to laugh together.

  • A talent showcase: Our Christmas party stage belongs to the talents: songs, dances, and acts they’ve been hiding all year.

  • Gifts and a raffle draw: A Christmas basket for everyone, plus raffle prizes and giveaways throughout the evening.

  • Time to truly switch off: Good food, open air, and a night of celebration that thanks them for everything they gave this year.

Personal sharing and reflective activities are voluntary. Participants may choose how much they wish to share.

List the talent(s) covered by this RSVP, one name per line.

Preference only. We will email the total cost for confirmation after the RSVP deadline; submitting this form does not trigger billing.

Optional: +1 family member per attending talent at $100. For different arrangements across talents, explain in Notes.

Optional — leave blank if you are not sure or no family members will be joining. $100 per family member; maximum one per attending talent.

Submitting does not trigger billing. We will email the applicable total cost for confirmation after October 10, 2026.

Event Details

Location

Calauan, Laguna

Date

November 28 – 29, 2026

Event Proper

Day 1: Coaching Session & Team Building

Objectives

  • Practical Growth: Participate in a guided coaching session to build focus, resilience, and actionable habits.

  • Deepen Collaboration: Navigate fun, interactive challenges designed to bring different departments closer together.

  • Spark Innovation: Step away from the daily routine and into the fresh air, empowering everyone to think outside the box and solve problems creatively.

  • Boost Team Morale: Cultivate a highly supportive atmosphere where individual milestones are recognized, and collective wins are celebrated.

Day 2: Christmas x Thanksgiving Party

  • Year-End Awards & Recognition
  • Talent Showcase & Team Performances
  • Festive Gift Exchange (Monito Monita)
  • Grand Raffle Draw
Click here to RSVP until October 10, 2026

Here's a sneak peek of our refreshing nature escape!

Sunset camping grounds with tents provided
Sunset camping grounds with tents provided
Native bamboo and overnight cottages
Native bamboo and overnight cottages
Natural stream and water features
Natural stream and water features
Evening camp setup. Tents will be provided
Evening camp setup under the stars
Tents pitched along a shaded gravel path
Tents along the shaded path
Tree-lined camp rows with tents and elevated wooden huts
Camp rows and elevated huts
Two people kayaking down a calm river
Kayaking down the river
Rocky stream with walkways and green hillside steps
Streams and hillside steps
Gravel walking path lined with trees at the resort
Quiet walks around the grounds

Why It Matters

Why the Christmas Party is important to Filipino employees

In the Philippines, the Christmas season is the most wonderful (and longest!) time of the year. For our talents, this annual gathering goes beyond just a party—it is a deeply cherished tradition and a cornerstone of our work culture:

  • Building Community

    Transforming everyday colleagues into a close-knit work family through shared joy and relaxation.

  • Gratitude

    Taking a meaningful pause to genuinely thank our talents for their dedication, hard work, and resilience throughout the year.

  • Uplifting Teams

    Recharging everyone's spirits with laughter, great food, and a much-needed break from the daily grind.

  • Cultural Connection

    Honoring the warmth of Filipino hospitality and holiday traditions, keeping our shared company values alive.

Past Events

Moments from our previous team events

From giant ball volleyball and cargo net races to last year's pajama-themed Christmas party — here's a look at the energy our teams bring every year.

Full team group photo at a past DSM event
One team, one family
Team playing giant ball volleyball
Giant ball volleyball showdown
Teammates racing over the cargo net obstacle
Cargo net obstacle race
Teams launching colorful kayaks at the shore
Kayak launch with the crew
Yellow team building a tower together
Tower-building teamwork
Teammates crossing the tire obstacle course
Tire course challenge
Two teammates paddling a kayak on the lake
Kayaking on the lake
Teams gathered with their flags before the games
Team flags and spirit
Blue team cheering during the games
Game day energy
More teammates taking on the tire course
All in, all together
Whole team in pajamas at last year's Christmas party
Pajama party group photo
Maligayang Pasko stage with Christmas tree and gifts
Paskong Comfinoy stage
Teammates in Christmas costumes holding a giant gift
Costume game champions
Talents performing a dance number on stage
Talent showcase on stage
Teammates unwrapping a giant Christmas gift
Unwrapping the big surprise
Kids in pajamas enjoying the party games
Fun for the little ones too
Teammates in Santa hats posing with gifts
Santa hats and good vibes
Piles of wrapped raffle prizes by the stage
Raffle prizes galore
Christmas baskets ready for everyone
Christmas baskets for all

We would be absolutely delighted to have your talents join us for this refreshing holiday retreat. Let's wrap up 2026 by creating unforgettable memories together!

We can't wait to hear a resounding, festive YES from you! Cheers!

Click here to RSVP until October 10, 2026

Regards,

DSM Talent Team

Human Resources | Events and Announcements