The DNA of Thriving Workplaces | Positive Organizational Culture
8 - 20
Group size
in person, virtual
Team type
GrowPlay® Methodology
Using a range of tools and models, this methodology blends theory and practice to help you understand and analyze your team’s performance.
A thriving organizational culture is not just a "nice-to-have"- it is the cornerstone of sustained success. Organizations with a positive culture experience higher employee engagement, outstanding productivity, reduced turnover, and greater innovation.
Why
This program is designed to help participants understand the science and psychology of culture, learn the tools to shape it, and develop actionable strategies to make positivity a core pillar of the workplace. By attending, participants will:
- Understand the key components of positive organizational culture and how to measure it.
- Develop leadership and team dynamics that foster psychological safety and collaboration.
- Gain insights into the latest findings from positive psychology and organizational behavior.
- Create a step-by-step culture enhancement plan tailored to their workplace.
What
In this program, we will explore and practice on:
- The 4 Foundations of Organizational Culture
- How to assess a current cultural state?
- The PERMA(H) model: 5+1 Key Principles for well-being and thriving in the workplace
- Strengths-based leadership and how it enhances team performance
- Psychological Safety and Inclusion
- Values and Vision: The Core of Culture
- Managing resistance to cultural transformation
- Reframing Positively Team Dynamics
- How to get “grittier” inside the grits
- Measuring and Sustaining Positive Culture
How
The workshop combines classroom education through GrowPlay® learning techniques and experiential learning through play. All topics are discussed in combination with activities and this way participants have the opportunity to “see” themselves in action and accumulate faster new knowledge and insights.
With the assistance of our experienced Facilitators they will be able to connect the new learnings into their daily reality.
Who
This program is ideal for:
- Leaders and Executives: Looking to shape or upgrade the cultural DNA of their organizations.
- HR and People Operations Teams: Building strategies to foster engagement and retention.
- Team Leaders and Managers: Creating cohesive and thriving teams.
- Organizations at Any Stage: From startups defining their culture to established companies seeking reinvention.
Details
Basic Structure: 16 hours (2 full days or 4x4 hours sessions)
Optional Add-Ons: Trust, Narrative intelligence, Diversity and inclusion, Communication, values and competencies
Spacious indoor venue needed
Circle or U style seating arrangement
AV equipment (projector, screen, speakers) needed
Why This Program Stands Out
- Scientific Foundation: Grounded in cutting-edge research from psychology and management.
- Practical Application: Every session translates activities to theory and theory into actionable strategies.
- Long-Term Focus: Designed for sustainable culture change, not just quick fixes.
- Engaging Format: A unique blend of Growplay@ with education, collaboration, and real-world application.
With this program, your organization won’t just develop a positive culture, it will embed it as a core driver of success.
Meet your trainer
Dimitris Santorinaios
Trainer, Psychologist, Developmental Coach
Dimitris Santorinaios is a Clinical Psychologist, Psychotherapist, and Developmental Coach who brings a warm, grounded presence to every learning experience. With a background in mental health, adult development, and coaching, he helps individuals and teams build resilience, improve communication, and create healthier ways of working together.
At Summit, he facilitates experiential workshops that combine psychological insight with practical tools people can apply immediately. His approach is empathetic, clear, and human-centered, creating safe spaces for reflection, connection, and real personal growth.
Dimitris believes that meaningful change happens when people feel supported and inspired. Through his therapeutic and training experience, he empowers participants to understand themselves better, navigate challenges, and foster more positive and thriving work environments.
