Mission possible: How HeadBox turned a global strategy launch into Wise's most connected event ever

Our mission, should we choose to accept it...
Three cities, one vision, zero room for error

When Wise approached HeadBox to orchestrate their 2025 global strategy kick-off, they weren't looking for just another corporate event. They are all about connecting people with their money globally, at speed. So if Wise were going to kick off 2025 right, they needed a seamless, Eurovision-style broadcast connecting teams across London, Budapest, and Tallinn simultaneously—with global streaming to offices from New York to Tokyo. 

The stakes? Aligning thousands of "Wisers" with the company's strategic direction while creating a memorable experience that reflected their innovative culture. And we had just three months to pull it off.

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Behind-the-scenes magic: Doing more with less

The preparation was intense: we’re working on a three-day event for 900 people, at a blank canvas venue with a myriad of suppliers Thankfully, months of meticulous coordination and a full-scale global rehearsal ensured seamless execution.

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The Technical Symphony

The true innovation came in the broadcast execution. While typical multi-location events suffer from technical glitches and awkward transitions, our team orchestrated:

• Real-time synchronized broadcasts across three European hubs
• Seamless audience interaction between locations
• Recorded versions optimized for global time zones

All it took was one intensive build day and a full global rehearsal. By thinking creatively, we transformed technical constraints into opportunities for connection.

The Wise Verdict: "An Extension of Myself"

The true measure of our success came during the post-event debrief. Wise's Global Events Lead, delivered the ultimate compliment:

"I work with agencies worldwide, but I've never collaborated with an Event Management team that mirrors my exact attention to detail. HeadBox felt like an extension of not just our events team, but of myself, making my job significantly easier."

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The HeadBox Difference: Innovation Under Pressure

What set this event apart wasn't just the technical achievement—it was our team's ability to:

1. Transform logistical challenges into invisible solutions
2. Maintain the highest production standards despite supplier constraints
3. Create genuine moments of connection across thousands of miles

This event showcased what we do best: helping clients do more with less, pushing the boundaries of event innovation, and creating experiences that strengthen organizational culture rather than just ticking boxes.

When Wise needed their mission made possible, HeadBox delivered the impossible.
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