Ten companies will have the chance to compete at Milton Country Park on Saturday 31 May in the unconventional networking fundraiser, which takes the form of a canoe relay race. This year, in a new twist, teams will also have an inflatable assault course on the land to contend with!
The gathering at the Future Business Centre on Tuesday (18 March) provided businesses with the chance to learn more about the event as well as network over lunch. The launch featured a canoe filled with donations for the Arthur Rank Hospice Charity, which Wacky Races supports. Last year’s event raised more than £3500 for the cause, and organisers Method are hoping to top that total this year.
Director of Bradshaws estate agents, Anton Frost, said: “We took part in Wacky Races for the first time last year and really enjoyed it, so we didn’t hesitate to sign up this year. It’s a great opportunity to meet other dynamic businesses a world away from the normal networking environment. It also provides a good chance for team bonding away from the office and in a competitive setting.”
Businesses taking part in Wacky Races make a £500 pledge which goes directly to the fundraising campaign for the new Arthur Rank Hospice, which is due to open in spring 2016 at Shelford Bottom.
Method’s brand and strategy director, Kirsten Corrigan, commented: “Wacky Races is taking to the water for a third time because it’s a fun and colourful challenge enjoyed by everyone involved. Last year’s event was extremely competitive so we’d like to sign up some more teams who’ll be in it to win it!”
Wacky Races is also supported by outdoor experience company StepOut4Adventure, which provides canoes, guidance and support during the event. Last year Wacky Races was named a finalist in the Third Sector Business Charity Awards.
There are a few canoes left to fill so businesses who want to register interest in entering Wacky Races 2014 should call Method on 01223 781220.
To find out more about the Arthur Rank Hospice Charity please visit www.arhc.org.uk
Image: Arthur Rank's chief executive Dr Lynn Morgan with Method's brand strategy director Kirsten Corrigan
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