The 360 Companies held its 2026 Annual Kickoff on January 21, 2026, in Berkeley, California, bringing employees together for two days of alignment, collaboration, and connection. Team members traveled from across the organization to participate in the annual event, which serves as a key moment to align around leadership direction and shared priorities for the year ahead.
Each year, the Annual Kickoff provides an opportunity for teams to step away from day-to-day operations, connect in person, and ensure alignment as the company enters a new chapter. This year’s gathering focused on clarity, teamwork, and readiness, setting a unified tone for the year ahead.
Day One: Leadership Updates and Direction for 2026
Day One of the 2026 Annual Kickoff centered on leadership vision, strategic alignment, and collaboration across the organization. The day began with a welcoming breakfast that brought teams together and set an energetic tone for the sessions that followed.
Members of the leadership team, including the CEO and senior executives, shared a high-level overview of the company’s direction for 2026. Discussions focused on continued growth across both existing and emerging markets, including expansion efforts on the East and West Coasts. Leadership also reviewed performance from the prior year and outlined financial planning priorities for 2026, framing these conversations around scalability, operational readiness, and long-term growth.
Throughout the day, leaders emphasized the importance of strong partnership across sales, recruiting, operations, and leadership. The consistent message was clear: alignment, communication, and shared accountability are essential to delivering strong outcomes and sustaining momentum throughout the year.
Beyond leadership sessions, Day One included opportunities for team engagement and connection. A group activity brought employees together in mixed teams, encouraging collaboration, problem-solving, and friendly competition in a relaxed setting. The day concluded with a team dinner in the Berkeley area, providing additional time for conversation, reflection, and relationship-building across teams.
Day Two: Employee Engagement, Culture, and Connection
Day Two shifted focus from strategic direction to employee engagement and company culture. Programming was designed to strengthen understanding across roles and reinforce The 360 Companies’ commitment to collaboration, respect, and teamwork.
Interactive sessions encouraged employees to gain insight into one another’s responsibilities and experiences, fostering empathy and appreciation across teams. These discussions created space for open dialogue and reflection, reinforcing the importance of communication and trust throughout the organization.
Recognition was also a key component of Day Two. The company acknowledged individuals and teams for their contributions over the past year, highlighting performance, dedication, and alignment with company values. Awards such as the 2025 Quarterly Champions and Talent of the Month celebrated employees who consistently demonstrate passion, integrity, and teamwork. This recognition reinforced the importance of celebrating the people behind the work and the impact they make across the organization.
The day concluded with a full team gathering, reflecting the shared energy and alignment built over the course of the kickoff and underscoring the company’s readiness moving into the year ahead.
Looking Ahead to 2026
The 2026 Annual Kickoff set a clear and confident tone for the year ahead at The 360 Companies. By bringing teams together, reinforcing leadership direction, and investing time in connection and engagement, the event helped align employees around shared priorities and expectations.
As 2026 gets underway, the momentum built during the Annual Kickoff will carry forward into daily work with clients, candidates, and partners. With teams aligned and focused, The 360 Companies enters the year prepared to build on its foundation and move forward together.
