Great Place To Work Sri Lanka launches Great Urban Challenge 2025

From left: Great Place To Work CEO Kshanika Ratnayake, Head of Events and Programmes Haaziq Feroze and Events and Programmes Associate Chathurya Wijewardana

Great Place to Work Sri Lanka announced the launch of The Great Urban Challenge, an exciting and dynamic team-building event designed to inspire collaboration, creativity and camaraderie among corporate teams. 
Scheduled to take place on February 22, 2025, from 7:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., this one-of-a-kind experience promises to take participants on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Colombo.

Set against the backdrop of Colombo’s iconic landmarks, The Great Urban Challenge is a carefully curated event that combines puzzle-solving, sports and creative tasks to test participants’ teamwork, strategic thinking and physical endurance. The event is designed to encourage corporate teams to step out of their daily routines, unlock their potential and strengthen workplace bonds in a fun and energetic environment.

The challenge begins at Independence Square, where teams of three members will receive their first clue. From there, participants will require to decipher clues to uncover the next location, continuing the adventure across various destinations in the city. Each stop will feature unique activities that require collaboration, problem-solving and creativity, ensuring an engaging and rewarding experience for all.

Through engaging in strategic activities, teams will strengthen their bonds and experience the power of collaboration in achieving common goals. This event offers the perfect setting for organisations to celebrate teamwork’s true essence while empowering employees to build stronger, more resilient teams ready to take on new challenges and drive collective success.

Great Place To Work Sri Lanka Director and CEO Kshanika Ratnayake emphasised the importance of creating a workplace culture that goes beyond just traditional office activities. She explained, “At Great Place To Work, we believe that fostering an exceptional workplace culture is not limited to the tasks performed within the office. The Great Urban Challenge provides a unique platform for employees to break free from their daily routines and engage with their colleagues in a dynamic setting that promotes collaboration, team-work and mutual respect.”
She continued, “By blending physical challenges with intellectual problem-solving, the event offers participants the chance to sharpen essential skills such as creativity, communication and resilience—traits that are critical for achieving success in any professional environment. These experiences not only strengthen the bonds among team members but also help employees develop the core competencies that drive long-term workplace success.”
Kshanika further highlighted that the event serves as an ideal opportunity for participants to build a deeper connection with one another, reinforce the values of teamwork and cultivate the mindset needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving work landscape.

The event is organised in partnership with Outbound Adventures with Shehan Pilapitiya, the Official Outfitter Partner, a professional team specialising in physical and outdoor OBT events. Under the guidance of Course Director Shehan Pilapitiya, the challenges are thoughtfully designed to provide a unique and engaging experience. The Great Urban Challenge 2025 promises to be an unforgettable day, empowering participants to build lasting relationships, enhance their skills and embrace the power of collaboration to achieve collective success.