Creative Team Building in Scottsdale
Teams come to Scottsdale pause, reset, and do more intentional work together. And for good reason.
Scottsdale is a go-to destination for leadership offsites, executive retreats, and company gatherings — a place teams choose when they want space, clarity, and a break from everyday routines.
Make Believe Works designs creative, psychologically safe team-building workshops for organizations gathering in Scottsdale. Our experiences are playful, thoughtful, and purpose-built to help teams build trust, strengthen connection, and have conversations that actually matter.
Scottsdale is perfect for team building
Scottsdale attracts teams from across the country for offsites and retreats because it creates the right conditions for reflection and alignment. People arrive already open to new perspectives — which makes it an ideal setting for meaningful team work.
We regularly support teams who are:
Bringing together leaders or colleagues from multiple offices
Using an offsite to reset after growth, change, or burnout
Looking for something more intentional than a standard “activity”
Our workshops are designed to fit seamlessly into retreat agendas, whether that’s a half-day session or part of a multi-day gathering.
Our approach to team building in Scottsdale
Rather than icebreakers or one-off games, we design experiences that balance playfulness with depth. Teams laugh, create, and experiment together — but always in ways that reinforce trust, empathy, and shared purpose.
Our Scottsdale team-building workshops are especially well-suited for:
Leadership offsites and executive retreats
Strategy sessions and planning meetings
Company-wide gatherings and annual meetings
Teams navigating growth, change, or realignment
Every experience is facilitated by experienced hosts and tailored to your group’s size, goals, and context.
Trusted by teams at leading organizations
Make Believe Works has partnered with teams at organizations including Google, Salesforce, Mayo Clinic, Capital One, and Spotify, helping groups build stronger cultures through creativity, trust, and meaningful shared experiences.
Most Scottsdale programs are fully in person, but we also support hybrid experiences for distributed teams who are gathering partially on site. We’ll help you choose a format that fits your schedule, space, and energy — without forcing a one-size-fits-all solution.
If you’re planning a team gathering in Scottsdale and want an experience that’s creative, thoughtful, and genuinely worthwhile, we’d love to help.
Get in touch to talk through your Scottsdale team-building plans.
Make Believe Works in Scottsdale FAQ
Do you offer team building specifically for offsites and retreats in Scottsdale? Yes. Scottsdale is one of the most common destinations for company offsites, and our workshops are designed to integrate seamlessly into retreat agendas, leadership meetings, and multi-day gatherings.
What group sizes do you support?
We design experiences for groups ranging from small leadership teams to large company gatherings. We’ll recommend the right format based on your group size and goals.
How long are the sessions?
Most workshops run 60 minutes to Half Day sessions. For offsites, we can extend or stack activities to fit your agenda.
Do you support hybrid teams? Yes. We have a whole library of activities that work for fully in-person, hybrid, or remote events.
How far ahead should we book? We recommend 2–4 weeks for best availability, but we’ve also done plenty of last minute, next day workshops.
Do you provide food or alcohol? Nope. We only focus on what we’re good at. But this is Scottsdale - there are so many great options!
Are your activities competitive? No. Competition is great for lots of things, but not team building. It divides people, pits them against each other, and most people lose. Not a great mindset for authentic connection. Our experiences are non-competitive by design—they bring people together.
What does team building cost? Pricing depends on the activities you choose, how many are in your group, and how long a session you’re looking for. We are definitely pricier than a scavenger hunt, but our clients tell us the results are worth the investment. We also never want price to be a barrier and work with plenty of schools, start-ups and non-profits. So reach out and let’s talk!
Can you tailor a session to our goals or theme?
Yes. We can customize prompts, pacing, and debriefs to focus on your priorities like connection, trust, onboarding, or creativity.
Where do events take place?
We come to you. Our workshops regularly take place in offices, hotels, conference centers, and offsite venues throughout the Scottsdale area — including Old Town Scottsdale, North Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and nearby resort and retreat properties. We’re used to collaborating with event partners, facilitators, and venue teams to make everything run smoothly.
We’d love to help your team connect and thrive. Tell us about your event or goals and let’s make a plan.
You can also always reach us at:
hello@makebelieveworks.com
What Participants Are Saying:
“Make Believe Works reinvents connection and development with its unique, fun, engaging and highly impactful workshops. Most recently, their ‘Super-Secret’ activation facilitated what our team called ‘the most meaningful & fun’ virtual get-to-know you’s they’ve ever participated in. We can’t wait to work with them again!”
— Naomi G., Director, Business Planning & Strategy, American Express
"I usually dread team building activities, but this was different. The facilitation was magical and made all the difference. I sincerely enjoyed the process and learning so many new things about my colleagues. Thanks for pushing me out of my comfort zone. Absolutely want more of these."
— Amy O., Design Manager, Spotify