What to Expect at a GTG Team Event: A Behind-the-Scenes Look

Holly Hartman
May 4
2 min read

Plan Less, Connect More

Planning a team-building event can feel like just another thing on your already-full plate. You want something that’s fun and engaging—but also meaningful, inclusive, and easy to run.

That’s why Good Tabletop Gaming (GTG) exists. We simplify team building by bringing curated, screen-free tabletop game experiences directly to your workplace or event. From the moment you reach out to the moment the dice hit the table, we’ve got you covered.

Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to book and experience an event with us.

Step 1: Discovery & Game Curation

We start with a simple discovery conversation.

You tell us:

Your team size and structure
The energy you’re hoping to create (fun, relaxing, collaborative, etc.)
Any specific goals (onboarding, morale, communication, team bonding)
Time constraints and preferences

From there, we curate the perfect mix of tabletop games tailored to your group’s needs—no guesswork required.

Whether your team is full of creatives, analysts, introverts, or extroverts—we pick games that work with your team, not against them.

Step 2: We Bring the Games (and the Guide)

On the day of your event, we arrive with:

A hand-selected library of board games, party games, and collaborative challenges
Any game accessories needed (cards, dice, scoreboards, timers, etc.)
A professional facilitator who leads the entire experience

You don’t have to explain rules, wrangle coworkers, or manage time—we take care of the flow, energy, and engagement from start to finish.

Step 3: Guided Game Play, Zero Pressure

Our facilitators are trained to:

Read the room and adjust pacing
Gently include everyone (even the skeptics)
Keep gameplay smooth, upbeat, and fun
Offer coaching or hints when needed—without taking over

We foster low-pressure play that encourages laughter, strategy, creativity, and connection. And if a game isn’t clicking? We pivot instantly. No awkward pauses or frustrated players.

Step 4: Real Connection Happens

Something magic happens around a table. People drop their titles. Barriers lower. Conversation flows.

That’s the power of intentional play—especially in a world dominated by screens, pressure, and performative workplace culture. At a GTG event, your team has the space to just be human together.

And yes—people really do thank us at the end.

Step 5: Easy Wrap-Up, Real Results

After the games are done, we clean up and wrap the session with any final insights or takeaways. Many clients request brief feedback surveys (we can help with that too).

What you walk away with:

A more connected and energized team
An event people actually enjoyed
A trusted partner for future team-building needs

👥 About the Facilitators

Good Tabletop Gaming (GTG) is led by Matthew Bielanski and Holly Hartman, two experienced facilitators who bring professionalism, play, and people-first values to every event.

🎲 Matthew is a lifelong gamer and seasoned Game Master with over 20 years of experience running RPG campaigns, organizing game conventions, and hosting strategic corporate play sessions.
🌟 Holly is a multi–award-winning community builder, certified group facilitator, and leadership expert with over 250+ hosted events. She’s known for blending fun with strategy, inclusion, and intentional design.

Together, they turn simple game nights into culture-shifting experiences that help teams reconnect—no screens, no stress.