Marcus Evans
Group News
Kuala Lumpur
Diwali cheer at our Kuala Lumpur office
Our office Diwali gathering was a delightful celebration of light, joy, and togetherness. Colleagues came together to enjoy festive treats, warm conversations, and a cheerful atmosphere that truly reflected the spirit of Diwali. It was a wonderful moment to pause, connect, and celebrate as one team.
San Diego
The San Diego team had a festive dinner at Casa de Reyes and kept the party going at Aero Club.
Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids Christmas Dinner 2025.
End-of-year festivities
Diwali
Chicago
Holiday party at SPIN Chicago
This year’s holiday party at SPIN was a hit. SPIN’s social layout allowed us to go around, ensuring everyone got to chat with colleagues they might not interact with every day. From dodging ping pong balls to an impromptu arm wrestle, the energy was electric. We also held our superlative awards, and congratulations to the following winners:
The MVP (Most Valuable Provider): For constantly bringing in snacks, treats, and homemade goodies that fuel our brains, lift our spirits, and keep us going – Terry Redmond
The Desk Picasso: Has the most decorated, organized, or unique workspace – Frank Gowder
The Thread Starter: Is most likely to respond to you on Teams or LinkedIn (maybe even text!) than on email – Megan Gilbert
The Human Megaphone: The one who is (accidentally) the loudest talker on the phone –Joe Blazen
The Church Mouse: The one who is the quietest but their presence is felt – Claudine Jordaan
The Office Bestie: The most welcoming and approachable person in the office – Ethan Tabel
The Headphone Hermit: The person who is almost perpetually wearing ear/headphones – Frank Gowder
The Fitness Fanatic: Always spotted at the gym, or discussing their latest weekend activity. Was also an MVP during our office activities – Eduardo Granados Munoz
The Office Clown: The funniest person in the office – Rehaan Mirza
Rookie of the Year: For making waves as a newcomer – Ethan Tabel
Christmassy Happy Hour at the Snowed Inn (Time Out Market)
We wrapped up the season by getting “snowed in” at the Time Out Market’s festive pop-up. Surrounded by Christmas decor and seasonal sips, it was the ultimate way to decompress and celebrate our wins from the year before everyone headed out for the holiday break.
New York
Celebrating the season with our team at our holiday party—great food, great company, and lots of festive cheer.
Greenwich
The Greenwich office X-mas party at Valbella.
Montreal, Laval & West Island
The Montreal, Laval, and West Island offices wrapped up the year with a series of celebrations that brought teams together across locations. The highlight was a holiday party held on December 5 at Loft108, where colleagues gathered to enjoy a warm and lively evening. With delicious food, music setting the tone, and plenty of positive energy, it was the perfect way to close out the year and celebrate shared successes.
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Alongside the holiday festivities, the DA team came together for a luncheon at Lucille’s, taking time to recognize the team’s accomplishments and reflect on a strong year. The SP team also enjoyed a team lunch at Siam, providing another wonderful opportunity to connect and celebrate successes before closing out the year. These moments of connection created a positive end to the year and set the tone for an exciting year ahead.
Barbados
‘Dazzle’ was the theme of our annual office Christmas party. We dined, danced and shared lots of laughs as we said goodbye to the past year, and hello to the new!
Tokyo
Ending the year on a high note—the Tokyo team had a sumptuous Japanese sukiyaki, watched the elegance of a classic Kabuki performance, and then totally went all out singing at a live band karaoke to cap off the night. Cheers to a successful year full of great memories, and here’s to even more fun, wins, and good times in the year ahead.
Karachi
An evening filled with great conversations, delicious food, and even better company. Grateful for the moments we shared and the memories we created at our annual dinner. Here’s to celebrating milestones, teamwork, and many more years together ✨
Islamabad
A night of recognition and appreciation
Celebrating success and strength with vibrant colours, soulful qawwali, some inside jokes, plenty of laughter and unforgettable moments with the team leaving an enduring impression and a lasting legacy.
Hyderabad
Our annual end-of-year celebration brought the Hyderabad team together for an evening of fun, recognition, and appreciation. With awards, hampers, and memorable moments, it was especially meaningful as it was our first annual celebration in Hyderabad.
Kuala Lumpur
A night to remember: Our annual dinner
Celebrating together at our annual dinner was a truly special moment. Beyond the laughter, music, and delicious food, it was a reminder of the dedication, teamwork, and spirit that each of you brings every day.
I am grateful for every member of our KL office for your hard work, camaraderie, and the energy that makes our team so unique. Thank you for making the night memorable and for everything you contribute throughout the year. Here’s to continued success, shared achievements, and more moments of joy together.
Penang
The Penang office celebrated the New Year with a lunch gathering, bringing colleagues together to connect, unwind, and look forward to the year ahead.
Sydney
And that’s a wrap on 2025. A truly great year filled with meaningful work, growth, and collaboration with some amazing teams. Grateful for everything we accomplished together. The Sydney team celebrated with a team dinner.
Cape Town
Our Marcus Evans Cape Town year-end staff party was a truly memorable evening, bringing everyone together for a celebration filled with theatre, dining, and live entertainment. From the moment the curtains rose to the final applause, the night was full of energy, laughter, and great company. It was a wonderful way to reflect on the year’s achievements, enjoy each other’s company, and celebrate the hard work and spirit of our team in a fun and relaxed setting.
Amsterdam
The Amsterdam team had its annual dinner at the Ventuno Skylounge, located on the 21st floor of the Ruby hotel in Amsterdam. We celebrated the new year with wines, lovely food and live music. It was a great opportunity to catch up with everyone in a buzzing environment. Looking forward to a great year ahead.
London
London legal summits SP sales team Christmas lunch at Bar 190 – a famous location linked to the Rolling Stones in Kensington, West London.
Barcelona
Secret Santa at the office followed by the Barcelona Christmas lunch party.
Cyprus
Awards day
The Cyprus office marked the end of the year with its annual awards day, celebrating achievements across the team. John Farry delivered his end-of-year speech, following by the Secret Santa gift exchange.
New Year party
The Cyprus office rang in the New Year with their annual party, going full disco mode! A special shout-out to Leyana Daccache, our Best Dressed winner, who brought the disco magic to life.
Social – Other Events
New York
Our team came together for a potluck, with everyone bringing a dish to share in the spirit of Thanksgiving and teamwork.
Chicago
Putting around at The Puttery
It is cold season in Chicago and nothing breaks the ice like a little friendly competition so we took over The Puttery in the West Loop. We saw some impressive (and some highly questionable) golf skills on display.
Barbados
Independence Day
At the end of November, our yearly Independence office celebration was a time for reflecting on our Bajan pride, values and community spirit. We dressed in blue, yellow and black, and feasted on themed treats to kick off the celebration weekend.
Angel & Earthling game
This game brought a little extra magic into the office. Throughout the season, our secret Angel would quietly leave a thoughtful gift or token of appreciation at our desks, turning ordinary days into special moments... simple yet meaningful way to spread kindness and strengthen connections.
Mumbai
In December, our team enjoyed a fun-filled office outing to Imagica. The day was packed with excitement as everyone participated in various activities and experienced a wide range of thrilling rides.
The trip provided a great opportunity for team bonding, relaxation, and creating memorable moments together. We concluded the day with a delightful dinner at a beautiful venue, making the experience even more special.
Overall, it was a refreshing and enjoyable outing that strengthened team spirit and left everyone with wonderful memories.
Hyderabad
Work anniversary milestones & promotions
We proudly celebrated the first work anniversaries of Keerthi Raj and Anurag Mishra, recognising their valuable contributions, professional growth, and continued commitment to the business. These milestones highlight the importance of long-term collaboration and the role it plays in driving shared success. Alongside these achievements, we also recognised the well-deserved promotions of Aneesa Davids, Keerthi Raj Cherukuri, and Anurag Mishra - setting the year off with strong momentum, motivation, and a clear focus on internal growth.
Further reinforcing this positive start to the year, the second half of January also brought the announcement of Ubed Mohammad’s promotion to Managing Director - Global Talent Acquisition & Development, underscoring the company’s continued investment in leadership and talent development across the organisation.
 
Employee engagement initiatives
We continue to drive employee engagement through initiatives focused on collaboration, connection, and team building, fostering a positive and inclusive work culture.
Kommu Yojitha
Learning & Talent Coordinator | Hyderabad