CEBU CITY -- VestaHomes and Ausland Cebu Construction Inc. put employee wellness at the hear of its team building activity held on September 26-28 at Hayat Sky Towers, one of VestaHomes’properties. The event was designed not only to build skills and camaraderie but to reinforce the company’s commitment to employees’ mental, emotional, and professional wellness.
Founder Joe Satar opened the program by grounding the gathering in the company’s core values and principles, underscored unity, accountability, and care for one another, and reminded employees that regular team-building rituals are part of VestaHomes’ commitment to balance and belonging.
He framed these activities as chances to rest, reconnect, and recharge so employees can return to work healthier and more focused with activities include wellness through movement, collaboration, and reflection.
Participants joined an energizing Zumba session to boost morale and promote physical wellbeing. Team-building exercises included trust-building challenges, problem-solving games, and collaborative workshops that emphasized communication and mutual support.
Breakout sessions allowed departments to reflect on work-related priorities and wellbeing strategies, and a recognition segment to honor contributions across the team.
Deeper reflections on values and the company’s past came from Satar in a recent interview, where he expanded on what he wants every employee to live by: “Care for each other, be hardworking, and do not let anybody tell you that you don’t know what you are doing. Do not accept no for an answer. Dig through, and make sure that you’re going to be on top,” emphasizing confidence, mutual support, and resilience as part of employee wellbeing.
Satar also spoke about teamwork and the company’s humble beginnings. “VestaHomes started in a very humble way out of a very simple warehouse back in Sydney 15 years ago. Back home, people were telling me that VestaHomes would not survive after 12 months,” Satar shared.
However, he reflected on the achievements of VestaHomes today, becoming an international firm, and attributed his success to his team. Vesta is an international company now, and would always create something that nobody else did.
“Our buildings and projects were not built by me. They were built by my team. We love and we always like to work with our team and build a future generation so Vesta can be always on the top,” he added.
He named La Menda Busay as the company’s first completed project and described Hayat Sky Towers as VestaHomes’ brand for short-stay, furnished apartments—a home away from home. “I wanted to have our team in this building so they can feel the hard work they have done to build this building. I wanted to tell our team thank you so much for your hard work. Now it is the time for you to enjoy,” he said.
The wellness message resonated with long-serving staff. Jerome Zerda, a draftsman who has been with the company for 10 years, reflected on how that culture of care has shaped his experience.
Now, VestaHomes is slated to open the following projects in the future: La Menda Nivel Hills at GMA Access Road in Busay, Cebu City; One- and two-bedroom units with amenities including a function hall, gym, scenic views, pools, and a game room. Ground floor opening is slated for March 2026.
La Menda Uptown in Barangay Hipodromo, Cebu City; Planned to feature one of Cebu City’s highest rooftop bars; Vesta Royale Heights in Barangay Kalunasan, Cebu City, and an exclusive subdivision development.
HIJO by Vesta in Tagum. Envisioned as a 330-hectare city within a city with man-made rivers, villas, a forest reserve, a seven-star hotel, a marina, and commercial and entertainment areas, and a proposed subdivision in Bohol is also planned, offering single-storey one- and two-bedroom homes as well as townhouses.
“We are creating history here. A legacy you cannot buy with money. The Philippines is not a third-world country. It has the potential to rival USA, Dubai, and Sydney,” Satar said and thanked architects, engineers, and employees for their contributions.
The two-day team building was more than a work
pause, it was a celebration of unity, growth, and shared purpose. With each new
project and milestone, VestaHomes continues to demonstrate that its strength
lies not only in delivering quality properties but also in building people,
communities, and lasting bonds. (Photos: VestaHomes/Abigail Caruana)
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