Strategy didn’t stay parked in a conference room. Working sessions flowed into creative exercises and, eventually, the Rye Olympics—a playful, high-energy competition that pulled everyone in. Once thinking moved beyond laptops and into motion, ideas surfaced faster and team dynamics sharpened.

The Bygone set the tone from the start. Open decks, sweeping Hill Country views, and shared spaces made it easy to slow down and stay awhile. Thoughtful welcome touches—snacks, sunscreen, chargers—made everyone feel at home before the week even got going.

Ziplining through the trees, kayaking nearby rivers, cold plunges, hikes, or quiet time to read and reset—the days offered plenty of ways to move, explore, and recharge. Everyone experienced the offsite a little differently, then kept coming back together with new energy and stories to trade.

Food was hands-on and communal by design. Build-your-own pizzas, taco bars, and farm-to-table dinners gave everyone a reason to gather, pass plates, and linger. Conversations stretched, chairs stayed pulled in, and the table became one of the most consistent gathering points of the week.