Cheers to Success: Why Celebration Powers Employee-Owned Companies
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Location: Baird Ballroom G
CE: 1
CE Type: SHRM Education Level: For All Levels
At Rayser Holdings, we celebrate everything—and it works! As the 2024 National Employee Owned Company of the Year, we’ve learned that joy isn’t just fun; it’s fuel for success. Join us to explore how celebration rewires the brain, builds stronger teams, and creates thriving workplaces. You’ll leave with easy, practical ideas (and a little inspiration from Rayser’s story) to bring more joy—and results—into your company.
Describe the psychological and neurological benefits of celebration on the human brain and its impact on workplace culture.
Analyze real-world examples—including Rayser Holdings’ case study as the 2024 National Employee Owned Company of the Year—to identify how celebration practices strengthen teams and drive company success.
Create at least two practical, actionable strategies for implementing meaningful celebrations within your own organization.
