HR Operations Holiday Hour - 2025

Winter Travel Favorites

100

According to Travel & Leisure, what is the top domestic travel spot for winter in the U.S.?

Jackson Hole, WY

200

According to Travel & Leisure, what is the 2nd top domestic travel spot for winter in the U.S.?

ST. LOUIS, MO. GO CARDS!!!

it really is....Best Winter Destinations in the US: Ski Resorts & Beaches Article from T&L

300

Despite its beach reputation, this country’s winter ski season runs from June to August-ish.

Australia

400

According to Travel and Leisure, which European country is the best place to be for New Years celebrations? Bonus points for the city.

 Edinburgh, Scotland

500

According to Travel and Leisure, which European country is the best place for winter skiing? Bonus points for the city.

Lucerne, Switzerland

Language, Interpretation and Translation History

100

This ancient civilization used hieroglyphs

Egyptians

200

This invention in the 1400s massively increased the need for translation

The printing press

300

This organization helped standardize professional interpretation globally

The United Nations

400

The alphabet most modern Western alphabets are based on

Phoenician

500

The earliest known writing system, dating back to ~3200 BCE

cuneiform

Propio

100

When was Propio founded?

1988

200

Who was Propio's Founder?

Joe Fackrell

300

If you've taken a volunteer day with Propio this year, this is free win!

CONGRATS.

400

Name 3 members of our executive team.

Marco, Joe, Chris, Stefani, Carson, Donnie, Dylan

500

Name 1 of our guiding principles. 

• Think like a client
  We believe in genuine relationships and satisfying partnerships, which is why we approach every encounter with our clients’ perspectives in mind.
• Think like an interpreter
  We are only as good as the professionals who represent us. We make sure to treat our interpreters well, and with the respect they deserve.
• Innovate and deliver
  Creative problem solving, cutting-edge technology, strong processes, and outstanding execution help set us apart as the partner of choice.
• Help others
  We provide value by identifying needs and finding effective ways to meet them, and we’re always on the lookout for opportunities to do just that.

Holiday Food around the World

100

In what country is do the winter holidays resemble Valentine’s Day - including candy giving?

South Korea

200

Fatta (Lamb and Rice Dish) is a beloved dish eaten during the holidays in this country.

Egypt

300

What country eats Braai instead of (example) roast turkey during Christmas?

South Africa

400

What are sufganiyot? Hint: they are eaten during Hanukkah.

jelly-filled doughnuts

500

Kutia (Sweet Wheat Porridge) is served as a traditional Christmas food in what country

Ukraine

Business News Around the World

100

In 2025 this Asian country surpassed Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy.

India

200

Deals in this technology sector, including acquisitions by Google and Meta, dominated global business headlines in 2025

AI

300

A new report says this market is booming due to AI, globalization, and content localization demand.

language services

400

This language services giant recently acquired CyraCom International Inc., expanding its interpreting and translation offerings.

Propio!!

500

This major tech company acquired real-time translation startup EzDubs to enhance live translation services.

Cisco