What is Monumental Ideas?

Monumental Ideas is a consultancy that helps teams and organizations spark innovation, unlock talent, and solve complex challenges. We do this through high-impact workshops (which we call playshops) and strategic consulting engagements designed to turn ideas into results.

What are playshops?

“Playshops” are our signature workshops—dynamic, immersive sessions built to inspire strategic thinking, creativity, and collaboration. Unlike traditional workshops, playshops are fast-moving, energizing, and structured to break people out of stale patterns and into new possibilities.

Who are playshops for?

Our playshops are designed for:

• Teams that need a quick start or are stuck in a rut

• Leaders looking to unlock fresh ideas

• Organizations navigating change

• Anyone facing a blank page and needing a breakthrough

We work with startups, global brands, nonprofits, and cross-functional teams of all shapes and sizes.

What kind of problems do you solve??

We help clients:

• Generate breakthrough ideas

• Reimagine brand positioning or messaging

• Develop new products, campaigns, services, or experiences

• Align teams around strategic priorities

• Break through organizational gridlock or inertia

If it involves ideas and forward motion, we’re built for it.

How long are the playshops?

Playshops can range from 90-minute sprints to full-day sessions. We’ll recommend the best format based on your objectives, schedule, and team size.

Are playshops virtual, in-person, or hybrid?

All of the above. We’ve designed and delivered playshops in every format:

• In-person (on-site or off-site)

• Hybrid (with in-person and remote participants)

• Virtual (Zoom, Teams, etc. for established clients and follow-up to in-person)

Each format is built for engagement and impact.

What makes Monumental Ideas different?

We blend 30+ years of experience in branding, innovation, and organizational transformation with a fresh, fast-moving approach. Our secret sauce is structured creativity — methods that are playful and productive. We don’t just talk about ideas. We help you make them happen.

Do you work with individuals or only teams?

While most of our work is with teams and organizations, we also coach individuals navigating big decisions, creative blocks, or major transitions. If you're a leader looking for clarity and direction, we’re here for that too.do you create custom playshops?

What industries do you work with?

We’ve worked with clients across:

• Automotive

• Agencies and in-house marketing teams

• Banking & Financial

• Consumer goods

• Healthcare

• Nonprofits

• Professional services

• Tech & SaaS

• Travel & Tourism

Innovation is industry-agnostic. If you need ideas, we can help.

Do you offer speaking or keynote sessions?

Yes! Monumental Ideas founder, George Chalekian, speaks at events, conferences, and internal gatherings on topics like creativity in business, unlocking team potential, and idea generation under pressure. Get in touch to learn more.

How much do playshops cost?

Pricing depends on the format, duration, and level of customization. We offer flexible options for teams of all sizes and will always provide clear estimates up front.

How DO WE GET STARTED?

Start by reaching out through our Contact page. We’ll schedule a quick call to understand your needs, then recommend the right playshop or solution for your goals. No obligation. Just a conversation.