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How Fonoa Creates People-First Retreats
Episode 44
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How Fonoa Creates People-First Retreats

For Maja, retreat success starts with one simple principle: put people first.

With Maja Malatestinić

fonoa.com

August 7, 2025

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For Maja, retreat success starts with one simple principle: put people first. At Fonoa, that means thoughtful collaboration across internal and external teams to create experiences that foster genuine connection. From annual company-wide gatherings to smaller team offsites, Maya shares how they design retreats that blend work, play, and meaningful relationship-building.

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