Startup Originals Team
In a powerful demonstration of culture, connection, and company-wide momentum, HighLevel, the AI-powered, all-in-one platform built for agencies, marketers, and entrepreneurs – recently hosted a landmark global retreat. From July 12–20, 2025, over 1000 team members from around the world gathered in the Maldives for one of the largest in-person events ever held by a fully remote company.
This immersive retreat was not just a reward for hard work; it was a testament to HighLevel’s commitment to its people, values, and vision for the future.
A Global Celebration of Growth and Unity:
HighLevel has seen massive success in recent years. The platform now supports over 2 million businesses worldwide, enabling them to automate growth with powerful CRM tools, messaging, funnels, workflows, and AI-powered automation. In fact, users send over 1.6 billion messages per month through the platform – a clear reflection of its influence in the global marketing ecosystem.
But for HighLevel, success isn’t just measured in numbers. It’s about the people driving that progress – from product engineers and designers to customer success teams and global leadership.
Why the Retreat? A Time to Recharge and Reconnect:
With team members spread across continents, working across different time zones, this retreat was an opportunity to hit pause, recharge, and build deeper human connections.
“We’ve built something truly special – a global company that runs on trust, autonomy, and shared purpose,” said Varun Vairavan, Co-Founder of HighLevel. “But even in a remote-first world, some things are better face-to-face.”
This week-long experience provided a space for team members to step away from screens, reconnect with HighLevel’s mission, and realign for what’s ahead.
Retreat Highlights: Fun, Connection, and Alignment
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of crystal-clear waters and white sand beaches, the retreat combined relaxation with purposeful interaction. Activities included:
- Water Sports & Dolphin Cruises
- Collaborative Workshops & Team-building Activities
- Golden Hour Sundowner – a signature social evening event
- Hightide Gala Night – a formal night celebrating milestones and shared achievements
For many attendees, it was the first time meeting their colleagues in person after working together remotely for months or even years. The retreat fostered authentic conversations, spontaneous brainstorming, and a sense of unity that’s hard to replicate online.
Culture: The Core of HighLevel’s Success
According to Q Hamirani, Chief People Officer at HighLevel, the company’s culture is one of its biggest competitive advantages.
“Bringing 1000+ people from around the world to one place is no small feat,” said Hamirani. “This retreat is about investing in the relationships that drive our performance. It’s how we stay grounded, aligned, and inspired as we scale.”
This intentional focus on culture – built on trust, care, collaboration, and curiosity – is what keeps HighLevel thriving. It’s also a key reason the company continues to launch groundbreaking features, such as the AI Employee, and sustain rapid growth.
Looking Ahead: Powered by People and AI
So far, HighLevel users have sent over 49 billion messages through the platform. Many of these are powered by HighLevel’s fast-evolving AI-driven automation tools, which help businesses work smarter, not harder.
But behind every tech breakthrough is a team fueled by passion and purpose.
This retreat wasn’t just a getaway – it was a reminder that great culture doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built with intention, sustained with care, and strengthened with every shared win.
About HighLevel:
HighLevel is the leading AI-powered platform for agencies, marketers, and entrepreneurs looking to automate growth and scale faster. From CRM and messaging to funnels, workflows, and beyond, the platform helps over 2 million businesses streamline operations and unlock new levels of performance.
👉 Learn more at www.gohighlevel.com
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