Startup Wise Guys – SWG Getaway Bilbao: A global community comes together.

Performances.

Startup Wise Guys, one of Europe’s leading investors in early-stage startups, entrusted us with organizing its annual Getaway in Bilbao: several days dedicated to bringing together its global community, celebrating achievements, and fostering connections. San Mamés Stadium served as the central venue for a program that combined conferences, networking, fine dining, and urban culture.
  • Design and production of the multi-day program
  • Custom Event App
  • 7 coordinated dining venues
  • Accommodation and Transportation Management
  • Merchandising and Visual Identity
  • Technical and audiovisual support and gala dinner

How We Did It.

An event that not only brought a community together but also celebrated it. Startup Wise Guys entrusted The Yellow B with organizing its annual Getaway for an investor community comprising more than 400 startups in its portfolio, coordinating every logistical, culinary, and experiential detail in Bilbao.
  • Multi-day program → Inspirational talks, networking sessions, a city-wide scavenger hunt, parties, and a gala dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant. Each day is designed to balance content, connection, and enjoyment.
  • Technology and Brand Experience → Custom app featuring the schedule, speakers, and all event information. Production of merchandise and visual identity to make every attendee feel like they were part of something special.
  • Comprehensive logistics → Mobility and transportation management, coordination of 7 restaurants, accommodation management, and full technical and audiovisual support. Every piece in its place to ensure the experience flowed seamlessly.

Would you like to organize a getaway or retreat for your international community or team?

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Startup Wise Guys

Comprehensive planning of an international corporate retreat.

Investor community with over 400 startups in its portfolio · 7 handpicked restaurants · San Mamés Stadium · Michelin-starred gala dinner · Custom app · Bilbao

An event that not only brought a community together but also celebrated it. Startup Wise Guys entrusted The Yellow B with designing and producing a Getaway that would combine the energy of the startup ecosystem with Bilbao’s culture, cuisine, and unique identity. From the conceptual proposal to the final handoff, everything was handled by a single team.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About Organizing International Corporate Retreats and Multi-Day Programs for Global Communities and Teams.

For 2- to 4-day programs, we recommend a minimum of 2 months. For incentive trips involving international flights, high-demand hotels, or more elaborate programs, it’s best to start planning 3 to 5 months in advance to ensure availability and the best rates.

Yes. We have experience managing programs with teams made up of people of various nationalities, who speak different languages, and have very diverse backgrounds. We design experiences that bring people together regardless of their background, and we manage all international logistics from start to finish.

Barcelona is our home base and where we add the most value as experts on the destination. We also operate in other Spanish and European destinations depending on the project, evaluating each case to ensure the same high quality of execution.

We work with teams ranging from 30 to several hundred people. The format and production are tailored to the size of the group, but the level of attention and executive oversight remain the same. Our boutique approach ensures that every event receives the same level of dedication, regardless of the number of attendees.

We work with groups ranging from 20 to several hundred people. The format and logistics are tailored to the size of the group, but the level of customization and executive leadership remain the same. Our boutique-style program is precisely what ensures that every participant feels that the program was designed just for them.

That is exactly the scenario for which the Security & Responsibility Framework was designed. When you’re not familiar with an agency, what you can evaluate are its standards. Our records are documented and verifiable from the very first contact.

Insurance, approved suppliers, clear contracts, certified sustainability criteria, and a management system that operates just like the one in your market. You don’t have to rely on intuition—you have documentation.

We don’t just put on events; we create meaningful experiences. Every area, route, and moment is designed so that the space conveys who your brand is. We handle everything from concept to execution, with the partners providing direct oversight on every project.