In addition to great company, an amazing atmosphere, and beautiful nature, what truly matters is that we once again proved—this time on Zlatibor—that we know our direction. That’s what employees from our MF Group said after returning from a weekend team-building trip to the mountain, all echoing that they did great in the “Orienteering” challenge, one of the many engaging activities offered.
“Using a map and a compass, we explored the trails and natural beauty of Zlatibor, which always leaves you breathless,” says Milan Tamamović from MF Software, a newly joined member of the MF family, noting that this was his first team-building ever, as previous companies didn’t organize them.
“Team-building greatly contributes to better collegiality. We get a chance to meet, socialize, and build not just good colleagues, but real friendships. The organization was excellent, and I’m walking away with truly great impressions,” Milan adds.
More than 600 employees across our group shared similar experiences, participating not only in “Orienteering,” but also in the “Mountain Olympics,” and even as eco-volunteers—collecting leftover litter from nature during walks, in line with ESG sustainable development initiatives.
“Team-building is always full of activities and fun, but it’s a completely different experience when you’re surrounded by good people,” says Dijana Starčević, a personal banker at MF Bank in Modriča.
“This is a unique opportunity to meet many colleagues in a completely different way—personally, outside of work tasks and obligations—and I’m absolutely delighted to have met so many wonderful people from our group. I feel like we couldn’t have picked a better location than Zlatibor, and the weather was perfect. All in all—a fantastic time,” says Dijana.
The importance of team-building is also well known to our “veterans.” Dragana Brkić, a finance officer who has been with Mikrofin for a quarter of a century, advises younger colleagues not to miss these events, as they are a great way to build strong interpersonal relationships within the group.
“Each team-building is different. I still remember the great time we had on Jahorina in 2017, and I really liked the concept on Zlatibor—from the organization to the games and fun. Everything was top-notch,” says Dragana.
Vedran Malešević, Head of Sales Support and Control at MF Bank, says that every gathering is somehow new, yet always equally enjoyable and meaningful.
“I haven’t missed a team-building event in almost a decade, and I know that afterward, you always feel more like a part of the collective. Colleagues genuinely connect, go through a shared experience of games and socializing, and get to know each other better. Each time it’s a brand-new experience,” says Vedran.
When it’s all summed up, the logical question is—where are we going next year?
Well, we don’t know yet, but with a team like this, fun is guaranteed no matter the location.
