Direct Travel hosted a bike build team building event in Philadelphia, PA at The Bellevue Hotel during its annual meeting. On January 28, 2026, 110 attendees gathered from across North America as the company prepared for the opening of a new plant in the United States. The meeting already carried big-picture momentum. The Build-A-Bike® session added a hands-on element that kept the energy high. By the end of the evening, teams had completed brand-new bikes for local children.
Direct Travel is a leading provider of corporate travel management services. For over 40 years, the company has developed highly customized travel programs for its clients. By combining experienced professionals with innovative solutions, Direct Travel helps organizations gain superior service, progressive technology, and meaningful cost savings. The company operates in more than 70 locations across North America and the United Kingdom. It currently ranks 12th on Travel Weekly’s Power List.
Additionally, Creative Group, a subsidiary of Direct Travel, designs global programs and experiences that reward excellence and inspire performance. As a full-service performance improvement company, Creative Group specializes in meetings, events, group incentive travel, employee engagement, and recognition programs for Fortune 500 clients.
Direct Travel Team Gathers for Annual Meeting and Hosts a Bike Build Team Building Event in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Following sessions focused on growth and expansion, the group shifted gears into the Build-A-Bike® challenge. With the upcoming plant launch on the horizon, collaboration already felt like a theme of the day. Teams formed quickly and worked through a series of challenges to earn the parts needed to assemble their bikes. Departments mixed, regions blended, and the competitive pace kept everyone engaged.
The ballroom at The Bellevue Hotel offered a historic backdrop while the activity moved fast. Teams compared progress, adjusted plans, and pushed toward the finish. The format encouraged quick thinking and practical teamwork without feeling like another breakout session.
Once the final bikes were assembled, representatives from Not My Child Inc. stepped forward to accept the donation. They spoke clearly about their mission and showed up reliably, even on a cold, late evening. The completed bikes lined up across the room served as a visible result of the group’s collaboration. The activity fit naturally into a meeting centered on forward momentum and expansion.
We thank Direct Travel and Creative Group for adding a hands-on element to their annual gathering. We also appreciate Not My Child Inc. for the work they do for youth in Philadelphia.
Planning your next annual meeting? Add energy and friendly competition with a Build-A-Bike® charity team building event in Philadelphia, PA.