Benihana Christmas

In this episode of Out of the Office, Sara sits down with inclusive event expert Cass Briscoe to unpack the do’s and don’ts of workplace socials, using The Office’s “Benihana Christmas” episode as the perfect backdrop.

From Angela’s iron-fist party planning to the real impact of leadership buy-in, Cass breaks down how to create events where everyone feels welcome. Whether it’s designing events that cater to all or gathering the right feedback, this conversation is packed with actionable insights to help you make your next work social a win for everyone.

About Cass

An ex-Workplace Experience Lead and Head of Vibes, Cass has designed award-winning office spaces, created collaborative and inclusive team events, launched DE&I initiatives, and navigated companies through lockdown and the pivot to remote work, hybrid work, and beyond.

She now works with an array of clients on a freelance basis, helping ensure that workplaces and events represent all of the people that they bring together. She has organised offsites, staff socials, conferences, festivals, client parties, and other events across the globe for and with a wide range of clients including Women In Tech SEO, Sky, Channel 4, and Cleo.

Connect with Cass on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/cassbriscoe

Follow Cass on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soft_work_society/