Immersive play to raise your game

Decisions that Count

Aces High equips teams with the clarity and composure to make better decisions, because the world needs leaders who can balance risk, reward and responsibility. 

Our mission is to empower people through immersive, insight-led workshops that turn pressure into performance and theory into action. 

At its heart, Aces High is about more than team-building; it is about giving people the confidence, self-awareness and connection to lead with integrity in an increasingly complex world.

We envision a world where corporates calculate the cost of each move - and world leaders balance risk & reward with responsibility - to make decisions that count.

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Our Ethos

Calculated Courage

We believe in bold moves, not reckless ones. There’s always room for rebel spirit - grounded in strategy, preparation and clear thinking.

Inclusive by Design

Everyone gets a seat at the table. Our experiences are safe and accessible, regardless of background, seniority or experience.

Serious Fun

Learning lands best when people are relaxed and energised. We create high-end experiences that are playful, memorable and impactful.

Impact that Lasts

A great event is just the start. We focus on practical tools and tangible outcomes - building skills for real-world application.

From the poker table to the boardroom table

It started in 2016.

I was pregnant, exhausted and sat in a smoky Moroccan casino at 4am. I had just beaten 200 men to win my first international poker tournament.

Teaching friends poker, I watched them grow in confidence - closing client deals and landing promotions. 

I had seen first-hand how poker strategy had given me an edge - from my days in banking to the world of tech startups - even helping me negotiate £1million in VC investment.

Seeing the parallels, I set about legitimising poker for the corporate environment - zero gambling, pure strategy. Far from bluff or bravado, it’s deep listening, reading the room, knowing your value.

In our first year, Aces High caught the attention of Richard Branson - who personally endorsed us across his socials. Within months we were featured in the Financial Times, BBC, Metro, The Standard - and CBS News coverage broadcast to 15 million US viewers. 

We’ve hosted offsites for global tech giants, international law firms, VCs, hedge funds, PE, family offices and more. And people love it…

Aces High was also recognised at the 2025 UK Startup Awards in the category of Business, Consulting & Management, winning the regional final.

At a time when teams are increasingly dispersed and disconnected, Aces High brings people together for in-person fun, communication and connection.

UK Startup Awards logo in black and white with bold text, awarded for corporate team-building and poker workshops in London

Ready to go all-in?

The Aces High Team

Expert facilitators and poker professionals

Ready to go all-in?

If you want to bring colleagues or clients together for a bonding experience that’s engaging, fun and genuinely transformative, we’d love to help. 

Book a call today and explore how Aces High can elevate your next corporate event.