Too many teams struggle with limited resources and outdated processes. At Recess Labs, we flip these stress-filled challenges into growth opportunities with systems that simplify, sustain, and scale without burning out the humans behind them.
Supporting community-driven missions with people-centred systems that build trust, grow sustainably, and scale impact.
With roots in public, private, and corporate education, we bring decades of combined experience in non-dominant branding, human-centred operations, and regenerative growth strategy for impact-driven teams.
When leaders and teams thrive, the communities they serve benefit too. That’s why we mix strategy, creativity, and a bit of recess spirit to help you move from intention to real impact, even when the dodgeballs come flying.
Our Services.
Tired of processes that drain energy or branding that no longer lands?
Looking for ways to grow while staying grounded in your mission?
Recess Labs is a full-service growth partner for community-driven teams and leaders — helping you build a solid foundation today and grow sustainably tomorrow. We blend the boring grown-up strategy with recess-level creativity, always prioritizing people and sustainability over urgency and quick wins.
Our Playful Process.
We believe play sparks creativity and keeps people engaged. With a curious, positive mindset, we turn projects into collaborative experiences that are effective and enjoyable — unlocking your team’s potential while keeping the work human.
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Building the Sandbox
We begin by getting to know your goals and unique quirks—think of it as a first date, minus the awkward silences. Together, we’ll surface pain points, spot what’s draining energy, and uncover opportunities. From there, we co-create a plan that feels true to your mission and doable in real life.
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Bringing the Play to Life
This is where ideas turn into action. We collaborate with your team (and anyone else in the mix) to bring the plan to life. Clear steps, shared ownership, and steady communication keep things moving without overwhelm.
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Tweak, Test, Repeat
Some projects wrap up here, others continue. For teams who want ongoing support, we stay alongside you — making thoughtful tweaks as needs evolve, so your systems remain steady and sustainable.
Case Studies
Playground Buzz
“I highly recommend Recess Labs to any organization in the social impact or results-driven space seeking to elevate their brand and digital presence. Sarah and Jamie’s intuitive understanding of their clients’ needs, facilitated through a seamless brand discovery process, along with their prompt responsiveness and exceptional execution from concept to final delivery, make them an absolute ‘dream team’ for achieving meaningful growth and engagement. Working with Recess Labs has been a resounding success from start to finish—an obvious choice for anyone aiming to elevate their brand presence and mission.”
Tyler J Summers
Founder, Nurturing Play
“Working with Recess Labs, particularly Jamie Turner, felt like having them as part of our internal team. Their strategic guidance, from visioning to implementation and monitoring, was invaluable. They deeply understood our needs and the challenges refugee claimants face, offering practical and impactful solutions every step of the way. Jamie and his team brought a level of expertise and commitment that allowed us to scale our Ready Tours program in ways we couldn’t have imagined. We couldn’t recommend Recess Labs more highly—they truly became indispensable partners in our work.”
Loren Balisky
Director of Engagement, Kinbrace
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Non-dominant branding, people-centred ops, and regenerative growth marketing systems for people doing good things.
