Rheem HR leaders built 11 bikes for foster kids during a charity bike build in Atlanta on Sept. 30, 2026. The 88 HR professionals met for Rheem’s Global HR Summit. Rheem Manufacturing makes heating, cooling, and water heating products for homes and businesses. Founded in 1925, it now runs more than 50 brands around the world.
A Charity Bike Build Puts Rheem’s HR Team in High Gear in Atlanta, Georgia
The summit took place at Le Méridien Atlanta Perimeter. It happens every two years. Rheem had to cancel last year’s summit, so the team had extra reason to make this one count. Its theme was “Better Together — Connect, Strengthen, Impact.” This was Rheem’s second event with us.
The bike build closed out day two of the summit. Kelsey Greenwood split the group into 11 teams. Teams competed in friendly challenges to earn their bike parts. Then each team built a bike together. The group chose the activity to put teamwork and collaboration into practice.
Kelsey called the group one of her favorites so far. They showed up with energy from the start. Their team cheers were the most creative and enthusiastic she has seen.
The team donated all 11 bikes to the Foster Care Support Foundation. The Georgia nonprofit gives free clothing, toys, and school supplies to children in foster and relative care. Founder Rachel Ewald accepted the bikes for the foundation.
Planning a summit in Atlanta? A charity bike build gives your team a hands-on way to live out its theme.
