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A company kickoff has a specific energy. Teams that mostly see each other on video calls are suddenly in one room, and the evening works best when something gives them an excuse to mingle. For Checkr’s 2026 CKO at Carne RiNo, MiHi built that excuse out of a character-driven AI booth, a quick quiz, and a printing station that kept the line moving. Checkr is a repeat client, and this build took the idea further than the last one.
A Kickoff Venue in Denver’s RiNo District
Carne RiNo sits in one of Denver’s most design-forward neighborhoods, where converted warehouses and street art set the tone. A corporate kickoff in that setting leans casual and creative, which gives MiHi room to go playful with the technology instead of keeping it buttoned up.
Why the Neighborhood Shaped the Concept
RiNo audiences tend to appreciate things that feel a little different. An AI booth that turns guests into a robot character fits that mood better than a standard backdrop and prop table would have.
Working Inside a Restaurant Space
Restaurants are not built around photo activations, so placement matters. The client or venue supplied the prop table, which let MiHi tuck the setup into the floor plan without bringing in extra furniture.
Rosie the Robot, Predesigned FaceSwap
The main attraction was the Predesigned FaceSwap package themed around Rosie the Robot. Predesigned means the character look was built ahead of time, so guests step up, pose, and see themselves transformed within moments. There is no waiting on creative decisions at the event itself.
An Additional AI Character
The setup included an additional AI character beyond Rosie. A second option gives guests a reason to go back for another round, and it keeps the photos in the gallery from all looking the same.
AI for Groups on the Second Screen Option
A second photo option on screen was built for groups. Kickoff guests tend to travel in packs, whether that is a team, a department, or a handful of people who just met at the bar. Group mode let them be rendered together in one frame.
Props Without the Clutter
MiHi supplied props for the booth, giving guests something to hold during the shot. With an AI transformation doing most of the visual work, a small set of props adds personality without crowding the final image
The QR Quiz and Data Capture
One of the more useful pieces of this build was the QR code with data capture and a fun quiz. Guests scanned a code, answered a few quick questions, and the booth collected their information along the way.
Turning Play Into Useful Information
For a company event, a quiz that doubles as data capture is a smart way to learn something about the room without handing out a survey. It feels like a game to the guest and gives the organizers real information afterward.
Keeping the Quiz Light
The tone of the quiz stayed fun on purpose. A kickoff is not the place for a long form, so short, playful questions kept participation high and the line moving.
An Attendant, a Hotspot, and Virtual Event Production
An engaging attendant ran the booth, walking guests through the AI steps and nudging people toward the quiz. AI rendering needs a stable connection, so a dedicated Hotspot kept the booth online without relying on the restaurant’s network.
Virtual Event Production
This engagement also included Virtual Event Production, which suggests the experience reached beyond the room itself. For a company with teammates joining remotely, that extra layer helps the kickoff feel like one event instead of two separate groups.
Details Outlined in Contract Notes
The finer points of this custom AI build were laid out in the contract notes, which is the usual approach for AI work where creative direction and logistics are agreed for each client.
Printing at the Booth
Guests walked away with a 4×6 single print thanks to the AI Booth printing add-on, which brought a Type-C Share Station, a printer, a table, linen, and a print station. Unlimited onsite printing meant nobody had to ration their turns, and every print used an overlay chosen from MiHi’s LookBook.
The Backdrop
The backdrop was the Friday Night Lights and Virtual Reality Tension, a bold, tech-flavored look that suited the AI theme and gave the prints a distinct feel.
Digital Sharing and the Online Gallery
Guests also received their images through digital sharing along with custom email and SMS messaging. Every photo was later compiled into a post-event online gallery the Checkr team could revisit and share.
Event Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Event Type | Corporate Event |
| Event Name | Checkr CKO 2026, Rosie AI and Quiz |
| Organization | Checkr |
| Venue | Carne RiNo, Denver, CO |
| Package | AI Booth, Predesigned FaceSwap, Rosie the Robot |
| Setting | Indoor Event |
| Output Size | 4x6, Single |
| Backdrop | Friday Night Lights / Virtual Reality Tension |
| AI Features | Additional AI Character, AI for Groups |
| Engagement | QR with Data Capture and Fun Quiz |
| Connectivity | Dedicated Hotspot |
| Printing | Type-C Share Station, Printer, Table, Linen, Print Station, Unlimited Onsite Printing |
| Extras | Virtual Event Production, Engaging Attendant, Props by MiHi |
| Prop Table | Provided by Client/Venue |
| Client Status | Repeat Client |
Checkr’s kickoff needed something that got people talking and gave the team something to do together. A character-based AI transformation did the first job, the group option and quiz did the second, and unlimited printing made sure everyone left with a keepsake. As a repeat client, Checkr also got an experience that built on what had worked before.
If you are building a kickoff or team offsite, think about the moments you want to create between the formal sessions. An AI booth with a clear theme gives people something to share and compare, and a quiz can help you learn about the group at the same time.
Questions Worth Settling Early
Decide how many characters you want, whether group portraits matter, and whether the quiz should capture contact details or just run for fun. Confirm how guests will receive their images before the event.
Where This Style of Activation Fits
This approach works well for large corporate events like kickoffs, launches, and conferences, and it adds a fresh twist to lively social events where guests are looking for something new. MiHi Photo Booth can help design an AI concept around your team and your goals.
What does predesigned mean for an AI FaceSwap booth?
The character look is created ahead of time, so guests can step in and see their result right away. It keeps the line short and gives MiHi a reliable look to deliver at a busy event.
Why add a second AI character to the booth?
A second character gives guests a reason to return and try a different look, and it adds variety to the finished gallery.
How does a QR code with data capture work at an event like this?
Guests scan a code with their phone, answer a short quiz, and their responses are collected for the organizers. It feels like a game, and it produces useful information afterward.
Can an AI booth be used at a restaurant venue?
Yes. With a dedicated hotspot and a compact setup, a booth like this can fit into a restaurant space, and the venue or client can supply the prop table to keep the footprint small.
What does Virtual Event Production add to an in-person kickoff?
It extends the experience to people who are not in the room, so remote teammates can feel part of the same event instead of watching from the sidelines.