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March at Olivia Centre: focus on ladies

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We dedicate March to all ladies. Here’s what we’re proposing.

8 March; Receptions

As every year , a tiny but beautiful surprise awaits you at our receptions. We hope that you will enjoy it as much as we enjoy the slowly approaching spring. At the same time, it is an invitation to a workshop… floristics.

8 March, Olivia Star lobby

We would like to invite you to a unique exhibition. An exhibition of photographs in which members of Olivia’s Photography Club They immortalized amazing, strong, wise, brave and passionate ladies. Ordinary – extraordinary, because that’s what the women of Olivia are like.

Who are our heroines? They are our friends, from the desk next to us and from the next room. We know them and appreciate them because they do extraordinary things. Professionally and in his free time. You submitted them to the session because you thought they were inspiring ROCKET WOMEN. On a daily basis, they are specialists and managers, lawyers or auditors… On a daily basis, and after working hours… See for yourself! We invite you to Olivia Star’s lobby throughout the month of March.

10 March

We see each other on a journey along the trail of outstanding women whose fates are intertwined with Gdańsk. It’s Maria Konopnicka; Krystyna Chojnowska-Liśkiewicz, Joanna Schopenhauer and Elisabeth Hevelius.

23 March

We invite you to the workshop in green. Details will be available soon, but today we can reveal that there will be something about spring in the garden; transplanting plants, choosing the right pots, methods of composing the right soil and the correct way to plant plants.

Bicycle novelties in Olivia

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Did you know that there are as many as 851 kilometres* of cycling routes in Gdansk? So switch to a bike for health and beauty and speed to Olivia on your two-wheeler. What do we offer to lovers of two wheels?

 

Novelty! Rent a bicycle locker

With My Olivia you can rent a BICYCLE LOCKER from THIS SPRING.It’s easy!

  1. Download My Olivia from the App Store or Google Play (if you don’t already have it)
  2. Click on the BIKE icon in the app (if you don’t have it yet, wait a moment, we will enable this option gradually)
  3. Go through everything STEP BY STEP (takes a minute or two).

What are your options?

  • cabinet in the garage hall;
  • cupboard in the garage hall (with shower);
  • locker in the bicycle locker room (with shower).

How long can you rent a bike locker for?

  • 90 days
  • 180 days
  • 360 days

How much does it cost?

  • locker in the garage hall – PLN 30 for 90 days,
  • locker in the garage hall, with access to a shower – PLN 60 for 90 days,
  • locker in the bicycle locker room (with access to a shower) – 90 PLN for 90 days.

How to do it? Step by step.

  1. You choose the building where you WANT to have a locker.
  2. You choose a service (e.g. a locker in a garage hall).
  3. You indicate how long you want to rent it for (90, 180, 360 days) and click “next”.
  4. You check if the order is correct.
  5. If you want to receive an invoice, tick the “Invoice” checkbox.
  6. You pay for everything and rent a locker.

You will receive a confirmation of your purchase with the e-mail address you provided when registering in the My Olivia application.

We have two working days to complete all the formalities and contact you to issue you with the locker key. That’s it:)

 

What else should I know?

Bicycle racks are located inside the garage halls on the “-1” levels and outside Olivia – you can see them on the attached map.

We have two bicycle repair stations in Olivia:

  • at the Olivia Six building;
  • at Olivia Point.

An office with an apartment for IT workers from Ukraine

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Our resident, Softserve, one of the most dynamically developing IT companies in Gdansk, rented the entire building to help the relocated citizens of Ukraine. It is also recruiting for 100 positions, which can also be filled by people from across the eastern border.

 

Softserve is a company that dates back to 2014, but it appeared in Pomerania only in October 2021, opening a small office in the O4 coworking space. Currently, it has increased its leasable area by 1400% by moving to the most prestigious building in Northern Poland – Olivia Star. At the same time, it is worth noting that the Gdańsk office is currently the company’s 7th local office in Poland. Other branches are located in Łódź, Wrocław, Warsaw, Gliwice, Białystok and Kraków.

 

The expansion of the space is related to the new contracts that the company has won in recent months. The recruited staff will work for Singapore’s largest and most modern bank, which has won numerous awards in recent years, m.in. the titles of the best bank in Singapore and Asia in 2021 according to Global Finance or Euromoney. As Sebastian Drzewiecki, Poland Country Manager at SoftServe, explains, behind the development of the company’s operations in Gdańsk there are competitive advantages that help in the company’s growth: An important motivation in choosing Gdańsk as our next business and recruitment hub was access to the best talents on the market, a well-developed network of universities, as well as an excellent geographical location.

 

The advantages of the Tri-City are already appreciated by the company’s employees: It is a great place to work! – says Anastasiia Smolina, Intermediate Office Infrastructure Specialist at SoftServe. The top floor offers panoramic views of the sea. And on top of that, a beautiful garden where you can get inspired and relax even during your lunch break. I remember when Sebastian Drzewiecki introduced the office to our team, and I said: “If we choose the location of our office in Olivia Star, I’m ready to move to Gdańsk!”

 

Such dynamic development does not take place without the company’s social involvement. SoftServe has leased an entire building in Gdańsk’s Zaspa, to which it is relocating some of its employees and their families from war-torn Ukraine. Interestingly, this building was created in cooperation with the award-winning Design Anatomy design team, which is also responsible for arranging the spaces in Olivia Centre – both office and Olivia Garden or the observation deck at 32. floor of the building. The possibility of renting office space with apartments turned out to be crucial for the company’s development in such a difficult time as the war in Ukraine. As part of the assistance provided, the company offers not only places to stay in Poland, but also comprehensive assistance in the relocation process as well as legal, financial and logistical support. People are the greatest asset of our company – says Sebastian Drzewiecki. As the biggest benefit offered, SoftServe indicates the ability to work with the use of the latest technologies, in interesting and demanding projects. In addition, very transparent career paths and a special program supporting professional promotions, the possibility of changing projects or roles, our own university and numerous educational projects, as well as a unique, non-corporate atmosphere – adds Sebastian Drzewiecki.

 

SoftServe is a company founded in 1993 by students of the Lviv Polytechnic University. Currently, the company employs almost 13,000 people. people around the world (Europe, the United States, South America), and SoftServe Poland is a separate entity with its own customers, finances and infrastructure.

Charity for children from Ukraine

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Conferences, lectures, yoga and concerts have already taken place in Olivia Garden, but there has never been a magic show! On Thursday afternoon we were visited by Bill Herz, one of the most renowned illusionists in the world. Over the many years of his career, Bill has earned the title of “King of Corporate Magic.” No wonder – it has performed for almost all Fortune 500 companies.

 

Now she performs for charity for the youngest audience. Especially the one whose carefree moments were taken away by the war. For the past few weeks, Bill has been traveling around Poland, visiting cities where a particularly large number of Ukrainian families have found shelter. He is accompanied by writer R. Cooper, editor of The Atlantic, who describes the places he has visited in order to publish the final report in the next issue. Bill’s performance was co-created by his lovely wife, son, and assistant. They were in constant contact with the audience, and each of their lines was translated into Ukrainian by the translator Anya.

 

Over 120 people took part in both screenings. There were toddlers taking their first steps, preschool toddlers and adult schoolchildren. More than one face opened in surprise.

 

Our guests and artists were impressed by the garden, the viewing floor and the atmosphere. We, on the other hand, are impressed by Bill’s incredible energy, humor and magic.

 

Sail with us on May 8th!

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Do you love the vastness of the sea, extraordinary adventures and wind? You are in the perfect place, that is in Olivia:)

We invite all the intrepid. Beginners and experienced. Those who are simply driven by the spring weather and want to do unique things. Taking part in our spring cruises does not require sailing experience, but you can gain it and catch the bug for an activity that can change your life!

 

As always, we are coming to you with two proposals for cruises on the Bay of Gdansk. When? This Sunday, May 8th!

  • A full-day cruise to Hel. Another expedition on the Bay of Gdansk this season. SOPOT – HEL – SOPOT | 9:30- 18:00 | Buy a ticket
  • Sunset cruise. SOPOT – SOPOT | 18:30- 21:00 | Buy a ticket

 

What to take (apart from a good mood)?

  • A comfortable set consisting of a waterproof windproof jacket, long pants and full shoes will be perfect. Layering is the key to success.
  • Shoes: sporty, with white soles.

 

Do you have any questions? Write to Kasper!

Kasper Orkisz

kasper.orkisz@premiumyachting.pl

Tel. 501 094 461

Olivia Garden: what you need to know

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It is an amazing, tropical garden in the heart of the largest business center in Poland, i.e. Olivia Centre. Olivia Garden combines innovative thinking about the place of work and rest with the need to return to nature. The concept of the place is based on the belief that the quality of the space in which we work and stay directly translates into the quality of life and productivity. Therefore, we have created a place for you that allows you to work and play, while cultivating the innate relationship between man and nature.

 

What should you remember?

 

Plants

  • In Olivia Garden you will find 4000 plants of as many as 150 species.
  • Including 40 gigantic, over 7-meter tall trees and as many as 800 plants that ionize and purify the air.
  • We planted there the greenery of 4 continents: Africa, South America, Australia and Asia.
  • Including fruiting trees, plants with fragrant flowers and aerial roots, plants growing straight out of the Amazonian river, full of life.

 

Space

  • There is a relaxation area here.
  • A stage with a grandstand.
  • TIKI bar with an exotic menu.
  • A tree house, or mezzanine, where you can rest above (and not under) palm trees.

 

Bar TIKI

In Olivia Garden there is a Tiki-themed bar. Our inspiration was the Polynesian style, with an exotic character. But it’s not just the drinks that the bar is famous for. For example, you can eat a delicious lunch and drink aromatic coffee.

 

Explore the menu of the TiKi bar

 

We also invite you to:

  • Ramen Day, every Wednesday
  • Bao Day, every Thursday

 

Opening hours

Olivia Garden is open all week.

  • Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
  • Saturday 11:00-21:00.
  • Sunday 11:00-20:00.

 

Temperature

We aim for temperatures between22 and 26 degrees all  year round. This is facilitated by the ventilation system and recuperation – i.e. the use of heat and humidity while maintaining access to fresh air. So remember to wear something lighter under your sweater in autumn and winter.

 

Tickets

Employees of Olivia companies use the garden Charge. All they need to do is have on their phone My Olivia app. Through it, they will not only book their free ticket, but also buy it for their family or friends.

 

Buy your ticket online

 

Tickets can also be purchased at the Olivia Star TOP reception on the ground floor of the Olivia Star building – entrance to the reception from the Olivia Prime side (from the Gdynia side).

The Olivia Star TOP reception is open all week.

  • Monday-Friday 12:00-22:00.
  • Saturday 11:00-23:00.
  • Sunday 11:00-20:00.

 

Car park

Our Guests and Residents can use public car parks A, B, C, E. Between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., a fee is payable according to the car park price list.  After 5:00 p.m., parking lots A, B, C, E are free of charge. Owners of the My Olivia application can make payments via their phone.

 

 

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April trips. Come with us!

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In spring, the warmer the wind blows. Spring, an enchanted world. Exactly! Get to know it with us and the Tri-City Recreation Group.

Check out the itinerary of the April trips. Here they are:

  • April 7: Wandering in search of the Devil’s Stone
  • April 14: Wandering in Search of the Dragon Egg
  • April 21: Guided walk around Gdansk: bridges over the Motława River
  • April 28: Beginning of the cycling season, a trip to the Tri-City Landscape Park

Of course, you will find details and links to sign up soon on the event website. See you!

A concert of hope. Heart with Ukraine

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The charity concert “With a heart with Ukraine” is behind us. Thank you for taking part in it in such large numbers and for donating so much to our fundraiser “Layette for a Baby” (we would like to remind you that each donation over PLN 30 was an admission ticket to the event). All proceeds from the tickets will go, as promised, to the Gdańsk Helps Ukraine Regional Coordination Centre for layettes for small children.

The originator of the concert is Wiktoria Batarowska , who lives permanently in Poland and comes from Zhytomyr. On a daily basis, she is the conductor of the Olivia Centre Choir, in which employees of Olivia and companies that have their offices in our business center perform. It was Wiktoria’s energy and persistence that allowed us to gather almost a hundred outstanding Ukrainian and Polish artists on one stage.

The concert was attended by: Zoya Rozhok, soprano from the Ukrainian National Opera; Sviatoslav Kondrativ, a well-known Ukrainian violinist and composer; Viktor Korunnyy, French horn player, soloist of the Lviv Philharmonic; Artem Storozhuk, a graduate of the Academy of Music Pyotr Tchaikovsky in Kiev and Liana Kasyun-Korunna, a Ukrainian pianist, graduate of the Lviv Academy of Music.

The artists were accompanied by Polish musicians and singers: the Cantores Veiherovienses choir conducted by Tomasz Chyła and the Olivia Centre Choir. We heard: Emilia Osowska – mezzo-soprano, Krzysztof Pawłocki – guitar ( Les Femmes); Art’n’Voices team; mezzo-soprano Marta Jundziłł, alto countertenor Jakub Borowczyk; flutist Magdalena Burkiewicz; Martyna Chomuszko – piano and pianist Maciej Baczyński.

The concert began with the performance of the Prayer for Ukraine by all the artists. “Great and only God, save Ukraine,” is how the song begins. The music was composed over 130 years ago by Mykola Lysenko, the founder of the Ukrainian national opera.

“Many of the artists performing tonight share with us not only their talent, but also their personal concern for their loved ones who have stayed on the other side of the border. But most of all, hope – said Małgorzata Szumała from Olivia Centre, the host of the concert. ” Let us remain with Ukraine in many ways, not forgetting that thedeeper the night, the closer to dawn.”

THANK YOU FOR YOUR PRESENCE!

AND WE INVITE YOU TO THE OPENING OF THE EXHIBITION: THE CONCERT “HEART WITH UKRAINE”. NON-OBVIOUS STAFF.
WEDNESDAY, 6.04, 6:30 P.M., OLIVIA STAR LOBBY

The Power of Olivia’s People

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#Razem can we do more #Sercem with Ukraine

 

When planning events and campaigns for the current year, we did not know that we would have to face the need to organize rapid aid for war refugees from Ukraine. We were accompanied by feelings of uncertainty, sadness, and the incredible strength of our community!

 

We have been working intensively since the first days of the war. In response to the demand reported by the Polish Red Cross, we started collecting donations, brought the articles, sorted them, and finally, thanks to the courtesy of Omida, we transported them to the PCK warehouse, from where they were handed over to people in need. Together, we collected almost a ton of needed donations!

 

At the same time, we launched a fundraiser to equip nursing rooms for babies and mothers. The war in Ukraine has driven thousands of women and children from their homes. Many of them, in search of safety, reach our city, Gdańsk. Together, we collected almost PLN 12,000 to equip nursing rooms for the youngest war refugees from Ukraine! With the money raised, we bought and delivered comfortable baby feeding chairs, changing tables, cabinets, travel cots, soft blankets and a lot of necessary care trinkets to Gdańsk Helps Ukraine points.

 

You have trusted us. We received phone calls and e-mails asking what was needed, where to donate money and how to get personally involved in volunteering. And we responded. Everyone tried to help as much as they could: with their knowledge, talent, free time, helping hands. At that time, on the initiative of the Olivia Centre Choir, we started working on a charity concert “Heart with Ukraine”. We engaged artists, created a script, and organized a safe space. It was a touching and unique event – on March 28, 2022, on the stage of the 34. Almost 100 Polish and Ukrainian artists performed. Thanks to your generosity and commitment in the purchase of tickets for the “Heart with Ukraine” concert, we have collected over 180% of the necessary amount! We used it to buy layettes for Ukrainian babies and their mothers. Thanks to you, babies and their caregivers will have everything they need to be cared for and wrapped.

 

That’s not all! In cooperation with the City of Gdańsk and the UP Foundation, we have opened a charity shop called TAKE&GO, where war refugees from Ukraine can stock up on the most necessary things free of charge. Natka and Natka Bistro decided to donate vouchers for lunches to volunteers who are on duty at the point 6 days a week. The store is located on the ground floor of the Olivia Four building and is open every day, from Monday to Saturday, from 12:00 to 18:00. You can stock up on cosmetics, household chemicals and school supplies. If you feel that you want to support this initiative by providing articles in this field or in the form of service, we invite you to contact the coordinator Karolina Weiner at: karolina.weiner@upfoundation.pl.

 

Thank you for your trust, commitment, open hearts and helping hands. Although our initiatives for Ukrainian war refugees are noble and necessary, we fervently desire that as soon as possible… turned out to be unnecessary.

 

 

 

Eco Olivia: circular paper economy

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We are the first business center in Poland where Tork PaperCircle is implemented – an innovative recycling service for used paper towels. Tork PaperCircle is the world’s first project to recycle recycled paper towels. It enables the implementation of circular economy in public facilities, which is crucial in terms of rational resource management.

 

Paper towels are currently the most popular method of drying hands, but only 1% of them are recycled today. After the implementation of Tork PaperCircle in Olivia, exactly 100% of the towels will be recycled and can be reused. The scale of the undertaking is considerable; Employees of companies with offices in similar facilities use more than 11 million paper towels annually. From now on, all towels that end up in the containers will be transported to Essity’s local factories and processed into new paper products.

 

This type of waste management has another important dimension. Thanks to its implementation, the reduction of CO2 consumption generated in connection with paper production will reach 40%.

 

– Olivia is eager to implement any innovations that are conducive to environmental protection, circular economy or improvement of the natural environment – says Bogusław Wieczorek, Plenipotentiary of the Management Board of Olivia Centre. – Tork PaperCircle is our next eco-friendly project. Recently, we have prepared a nesting house for the peregrine falcon, which has set its sights on the top of our tallest building, Olivia Star, and regularly lives there. Environmental responsibility is close to our hearts already at the design stage of each building; each of them is subject to strict BREEAM certification, obtaining grades ranging from Very Good to Excellent. -Adds.

 

“It is very important for us to promote such a policy among residents, hence the annual Olivia Eco award for companies whose projects contribute to the improvement of the natural environment. This year, the title was awarded together with the United Nations Global Compact. The awareness and activity of our residents in this area is impressive: in 2020, ABAX planted 100,000 trees, and in 2021, ZR Trade implemented a #ZeroWasteWorking project, assuming the introduction of good practices in everyday work, which not only contributed to more efficient management of resources, but also to the perfect integration of employees – says Bogusław Wieczorek.