Cirtuo welcomes the global team and partners to Zagreb for a week of Christmas festivities

 

At Cirtuo, we welcomed colleagues from all over the World to celebrate Christmas in Zagreb. At this festive time of year, celebrations take place in many forms, and we were lucky enough to share a week of workshops, music, food, dancing, and even a wine tour! Here are some pictures from Cirtuo’s Christmas week –  thank you all for coming. We hope you enjoy the pictures from the event and happy holidays from the entire Cirtuo team.

 

Guests enjoy the good food, music, and wine, and of course, plenty of dancing!

Cirtuo CEO  and Co-Founder Drasko Jelavic is no doubt talking about strategic procurement and sharing a laugh!

Drasko Jelavic and family, share a photo with members of the global Cirtuo team.

Ante Grbic, our Senior Backend Developer, and Drasko Jelavic at the famous photo wall!

The Sourcing Champions Team who flew in from Amsterdam, enjoying the festivities – cheers to another great year working together!

Cirtuo CEO and Founder Drasko Jelavic making a toast to guests, partners, and the Cirtuo team – reflecting on what was a fantastic year!

A DJ on the decks spinning plenty of enjoyable tunes for guests. 

Cirtuo’s US colleagues enjoying the festivities over a glass of champagne. 

Of course, plenty of excellent Croatian chocolate (they didn’t last very long!).

A scene from the conference.

Cirtuo’s Chief Product Officer, Luka Fresl, presented his vision to conference attendees.

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