I doubt they're running from anything. I'm sure many still feel they are doing a good job. It's fairly common for companies in the private sector (not just private education) to hold one or two of these things a year. I've been to a couple when I worked back in the uk although never anywhere as exotic as Thailand. It's just a chance to get drunk and slap each other on the backs saying what a good job we've done scamming students and teachers! Keep up the good work! See you next year!