[BARNES SPIRIT]

2026-02-23

A seminar focused on people in Beaufort

On January 15 and 16, teams from MALSH, Bayard, BARNES Lyon, and BARNES Léman gathered in Beaufort for a seminar focused on team building. The two days were filled with discussions, strategic thinking, and moments of genuine sharing, in a setting conducive to taking a step back and strengthening bonds.

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Beaufort: an inspiring setting to gain perspective

The two-day event kicked off in a beautiful movie theater. It was an original and inspiring venue to kick off this group gathering, which featured presentations of figures and strategic reflections from the various entities in attendance.

It was a formative moment that fostered mutual understanding and a shared vision, both of which are essential for moving forward together with consistency and ambition.

Emotional intelligence at the heart of discussions

The morning continued with a presentation by Christophe Haag, a renowned specialist in emotional intelligence. Through an approach that was both accessible and concrete, he invited everyone to take a different look at the role of emotions in our personal and professional relationships and in group dynamics.

Understanding one's own emotions, better understanding those of others, and strengthening the quality of interactions are all essential levers for evolving in demanding environments. This presentation offered valuable keys to combining performance and humanity, placing the emotional dimension as a real strategic asset.

Between tradition and authenticity: the Beaufort experience

The teams then headed to the Hôtel La Roche in Beaufort for their stay. Lunch, shared at the hotel restaurant, provided an opportunity to continue the discussions in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

After the meal, Christophe Haag took the time to sign copies of his latest book, offering each guest a special, personal moment that built on the morning's discussions.

The afternoon continued with a visit to the Beaufort cooperative, located a short walk from the hotel. The tour of the cheese dairy and maturing cellars offered an authentic immersion into the heart of local expertise. It was a meaningful moment, echoing the values of transmission, high standards, and patience, qualities that also resonate in the real estate and construction industries and in building lasting relationships.

A unifying evening in the mountains

The evening took place at La Terrasse d'Isa, in a warm and festive atmosphere: a welcome with accordion music, hot chestnuts, mulled wine, sledding, and stargazing, before gathering around a Savoyard raclette.

Music and conviviality naturally took over, creating a space conducive to strengthening bonds. These shared moments, outside the usual setting, play a key role in building a solid and authentic collective dynamic.

A seminar that reflects the group's values

The seminar concluded the next day with lunch at the Le Panoramique mountain restaurant. Facing the mountains and enjoying Savoyard specialties, the teams shared one last moment together.

More than just a seminar, these two days in Beaufort were a real human interlude. Between strategic reflection, emotional intelligence, and shared experiences, they reminded us how much the quality of relationships and understanding emotions are now essential levers for moving forward collectively, with meaning and commitment.

🎥 Discover the highlights of our seminar here.