Sanford Health Years of Service
In 2021, Sanford Health set out to reimagine how to recognize employees for their longevity. Leaders wanted to celebrate milestone anniversaries in a way that felt memorable and exciting.
The vision was ambitious: create an evening filled with interactive activities, great food and a lively atmosphere that celebrated employees who had served for five years up to 50 or more.
Sanford needed a partner who could transform that vision into a realistic plan, complete with budgets, vendors, logistics, and seamless event execution.
Reach Partners managed the planning process from concept to completion. We researched venues, developed budgets, evaluated vendors and coordinated the countless details that turn a creative idea into a successful annual event.
“Reach Partners has been a trusted partner we can always rely on,” said Susan Jarvis, Chief Operating Officer of Fargo & Health Network, North Sanford Health. “Knowing they're managing every detail gives us confidence that our event will run smoothly and allows our team to stay focused on our day-to-day responsibilities. Their expertise gives us peace of mind throughout the entire planning process.”
Since the inaugural celebration, the event has evolved while staying true to its original purpose. Nearly 900 employees and guests attend each year. What began as a new approach to recognition has become one of Sanford’s most anticipated employee events.
The vision was ambitious: create an evening filled with interactive activities, great food and a lively atmosphere that celebrated employees who had served for five years up to 50 or more.
Sanford needed a partner who could transform that vision into a realistic plan, complete with budgets, vendors, logistics, and seamless event execution.
Reach Partners managed the planning process from concept to completion. We researched venues, developed budgets, evaluated vendors and coordinated the countless details that turn a creative idea into a successful annual event.
“Reach Partners has been a trusted partner we can always rely on,” said Susan Jarvis, Chief Operating Officer of Fargo & Health Network, North Sanford Health. “Knowing they're managing every detail gives us confidence that our event will run smoothly and allows our team to stay focused on our day-to-day responsibilities. Their expertise gives us peace of mind throughout the entire planning process.”
Since the inaugural celebration, the event has evolved while staying true to its original purpose. Nearly 900 employees and guests attend each year. What began as a new approach to recognition has become one of Sanford’s most anticipated employee events.
The Challenge
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Type and Duration of Work
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What Reach Partners Did
- Developed detailed budgets and gathered pricing to support decision-making
- Designed the floor plan to create a sense of discovery, drawing guests through the space and encouraging engagement and exploration
- Coordinated entertainment, activities, food and beverage service
- Managed vendor relationships
- Developed volunteer plans, including staffing needs, assignments, training, and key messaging
- Refined the event each year, incorporating new ideas while preserving favorites
- Streamlined communication and registration
The Result
Sanford’s milestone celebration has become a signature employee recognition event that everyone eagerly anticipates. By managing the planning, logistics and coordination, Reach Partners allows Sanford’s internal team to focus on celebrating employees instead of coordinating event details.