Three Days in Palm Springs

From June 9 to 11, twelve Speedmaster leaders from Australia and the United States gathered in Palm Springs, California for the company's annual corporate retreat. The three-day event balanced strategic planning with team recognition and downtime.

Strategy and Direction

The leadership team worked through forward-looking business strategy across multiple sessions. Three keynote speakers contributed perspectives on the aftermarket automotive industry. The format combined group workshops, collaborative sessions, and one-on-one discussions designed to align the global team on priorities for the year ahead.

2022 Employee of the Year: Melissa Parra

The retreat served as the stage to announce Speedmaster's 2022 Employee of the Year. The recognition went to Melissa Parra, whose performance and contribution to the company over the past year made her the clear selection. The announcement reinforced what the retreat is built around - recognizing the people who drive the work forward.

A Private Tour at Porsche Palm Springs

The leadership team visited the Porsche dealership in Palm Springs for an exclusive private tour. One of Speedmaster's own collection cars was on display during the visit - a moment that connected the company's engineering standards with those of one of the automotive world's most recognized marques.

Looking Ahead

"The annual corporate retreat is more than just a gathering of leaders. It is an opportunity for us to step back, recharge, and re-engage with our collective vision. The level of engagement and energy from our leaders was clear. The insights and connections from these three days will carry forward into the work ahead." - Jason Kencevski, CEO, Speedmaster

As the team returned to their respective offices across two continents, the retreat closed what it set out to accomplish: alignment on strategy, recognition of the people behind the results, and a shared direction for the next phase.