With the World Cup in full swing, and Miami serving as one of the host cities, soccer fever has officially taken over the office.
The transformation has been hard to miss. Decorations have been steadily going up around the office, turning ordinary hallways and common areas into a celebration of the beautiful game we all become fans of every four years. The crown jewel, without question, is the mini soccer field on the 23rd floor. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just passing through, you’ll almost certainly have to repress the urge to take a penalty kick when you come across it.
The summer associates have been especially fortunate beneficiaries of all the excitement. We were lucky enough to receive our own World Cup merch bags filled with a hat, scarf, miniature soccer ball, and more. But the festivities haven’t stopped there. The firm has been running raffles for game tickets, giving lucky winners the chance to experience the tournament in person. Unfortunately, I have not yet been selected, but I am not giving up!
This week, the summers also took on a labor of love: we spent a full hour decorating fellow summer Nicole Shaked’s office in full World Cup spirit—our entry in the firm’s office decorating competition, where the best room takes home a prize. Nicole assures us that we all stand to gain from the prize, but I personally think she may have enlisted us to her own exclusive benefit – time will tell! Jokes aside, if you find yourself with a free moment, make your way up to the 24th floor and appreciate our handiwork in person.
Between the decorations, the merch, the raffles, and the general air of friendly competition, World Cup fever has made for an unforgettable few weeks at Bilzin. It’s just one more reminder that the summer program here is about more than the work—it’s about being part of a community that knows how to celebrate together.