Companies across Asia are being invited to join the 2nd YAANA Corporate Challenge, which will take place in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from September 21-23 this year.
The 2D/3N corporate networking event has been designed for business people interested in environmental best practice, and is open to any sector. The event will see corporate managers participating in a 100km or 140km bike ride over two days, as well as taking part in relaxed activities such as a cocktail reception or dinner in the evenings.
This is in support of Operation Smile, which funds corrective surgeries for Asian children born with facial deformities such as cleft lips. Last year, the YAANA Corporate Challenge raised US$25,000 for Operation Smile, and the target is US$40,000 this year.
Three fundraising corporate sponsorship packages are available for companies – a US$5,600 platinum package that entitles participation of three riders, a US$4,000 gold package for two rides, or a US$2,400 silver package for a single participant.
Packages include bikes with full technical support, accommodation, corporate branding, apparel, meals, souvenirs, publicity for participating brands, and more.
“It is not a cycle race. Our priority is corporate networking and fundraising based on sustainability and conservation themes. It’s also about health, enjoying amazing scenery, and raising funds that will enhance young people’s lives,” said Mark Remijan, chief financial officer of YAANA Ventures.
Last year’s YAANA Corporate Challenge bike ride took place in coastal central Vietnam in September 2017.
