How to Host a Company Offsite in Denver with Shift Workspaces
Let’s be honest – planning a company offsite sounds great until someone asks you to organize it.
Suddenly you’re Googling meeting spaces, pricing out catering, trying to figure out how many people actually need a whiteboard, and wondering if you’re expected to order branded notebooks.
If that’s where you are now, don’t worry. This guide walks you through what matters (and what doesn’t) – especially if you’re based in Denver or planning to bring your team here.
Start with your actual goal
You don’t need a 10-tab spreadsheet. Just get clear on one thing first:
What’s the point of this offsite?
Is it about:
- Getting everyone aligned before Q4?
- Building trust between people who mostly talk on Slack?
Whatever the reason, your offsite space, structure, and budget should serve that. At Shift Workspaces, most of the companies we host keep it simple – a morning of focused work, lunch together, and a chance to reconnect face-to-face. And it works.
Choose a venue that isn’t just a room with chairs
A good offsite space sets the tone. You want something that feels professional but comfortable, and that makes it easy to get things done without distractions.
Here’s what that looks like in practice:
- Breakout rooms for side conversations or brainstorms
- Reliable A/V – no one wants to troubleshoot Zoom at 9 am
- Natural light (seriously, this helps more than you think)
- Good coffee and easy lunch options
- Parking and transit access that doesn’t cause panic
That’s the standard we’ve set at Shift. Our Denver and Littleton locations are used by local teams specifically for off-sites – whether it’s five people reviewing OKRs or 20 planning a product roadmap.
You won’t be stuck in a hotel basement. You’ll have space that supports the day you’re trying to create.
Build a loose structure, not a minute-by-minute schedule
It’s tempting to over-plan. Don’t.
You want structure, yes – but also space to breathe. A simple rule: break the day into three chunks.
Example layout:
- 9:30 – 11:00: Planning session
- 11:00 – 11:30: Break / stretch / reset
- 11:30 – 1:00: Group activity or workshop
Some teams wrap there. Others add a post-lunch working session. Either way, keep sessions to 60–90 minutes max, and make sure there’s time to decompress.
And if you’re at Shift, we can help you shape the agenda around your goals – including room setup, timing, and whether you need coffee, catering, or just a quiet space to regroup.
Set your team up for success
The best offsites start before anyone arrives.
Give your team a clear heads-up on where to be, what to bring, and what the day will look like. If you’re booking at Shift, we’ll send you everything you need to pass along – address, parking info, Wi-Fi, anything.
Most teams don’t need swag bags or icebreakers. Just clear expectations and good snacks.
Common offsite setups at Shift
- Quarterly planning days: one private room, breakout space, lunch brought in
- Hybrid team meetup: half the team local, half flown in, hosted in a light-filled meeting suite
- Workshop + social combo: structured AM, casual PM, with happy hour nearby
Whether it’s your first offsite or your fifteenth, we’ll help you run it smoothly.
Bottom line
A successful offsite doesn’t have to be flashy. You don’t need custom agendas printed on linen paper.
You just need:
- A clear goal
- A space that works (and doesn’t suck the energy out of the room)
See availability at Shift Workspaces in Denver and Littleton.
We’ll help you choose the right space, set the agenda, and handle the details so you don’t have to.
FAQs for Teams Planning a Company Offsite in Denver
At Shift Workspaces, most company offsites range from 6 to 20 people. We offer flexible room setups that work for small strategy sessions, team planning days, or larger hybrid meetups.
Yes. At Shift Workspaces, you’re welcome to bring your own food or work with your preferred caterer. We can also connect you with local catering partners if you’d like help organizing lunch, snacks, or coffee.
Yes. The meeting rooms at Shift Workspaces are fully private and designed for focused, distraction-free sessions. You won’t deal with noise from other teams or walk-through traffic – the space is quiet, professional, and built for productivity.
Yes. Shift Workspaces offers breakout spaces in addition to main meeting rooms. If your team needs space for small-group discussions, one-on-ones, or separate work sessions during the day, we can include those in your setup.
