Twenty-six years can be measured in projects, milestones, and achievements. But some of the best stories live somewhere else—in inside jokes that refuse to disappear, spontaneous team traditions, unforgettable trips, and small moments that somehow stay with us for years.

For AMC Bridge’s 26th anniversary, we asked our colleagues to share the stories they still laugh about, talk about, and carry with them. The result is a collection of moments that may never make it into project documentation—but say a lot about the people and experiences behind the work.

Anastasiia Hrynko, Project Manager

“Untie Yourself, Little Knot”

More than ten years ago, our then-director, Olexiy Kilyakov (editor’s note: now Director of Tech Sales), gave a training session for young specialists. Alongside work advice, he liked sharing little pieces of life wisdom.

One of them sounded completely absurd. During a conversation about navigating unexpected situations, he jokingly said that if you ever found yourself facing a busy road with broken traffic lights, you should stand calmly, look at the traffic, and quietly say, “Untie yourself, little knot.” Sooner or later, he said, the traffic would stop, and you would be able to cross.

Everyone laughed.

More than a decade later, I still catch myself repeating that phrase during especially chaotic days, when meetings, messages, and urgent requests seem to arrive from every direction at once.

Of course, it isn’t magic—but it reminds me that even the busiest moments eventually untangle themselves.

The Team Member Named “Somebody”

One of my favorite team jokes was born during a customer meeting.

The customer asked, “Can anybody fix this issue?”

Our team lead replied, “I assume somebody can.”

The meeting moved on, everyone switched to other topics, and nobody actually became responsible for the task.

Later, the customer asked, “Did somebody fix the issue?”

That was the moment we realized that “Somebody” had become a fictional team member.

Since then, whenever a task has no obvious owner and everyone secretly hopes someone else will take it, we simply say, “Looks like Somebody will handle it.”

Even today, “Somebody” is still part of our team.

The “Whining Meeting”

Our team has an unofficial meeting format that we jokingly call a “Whining Meeting.”

It’s just a regular status meeting—but with one important difference.

For a few minutes, everyone is officially allowed to complain.

About deadlines.

About bugs.

About unexpected requests.

About anything.

Oddly enough, after everyone gets a chance to get it off their chest, the meeting usually becomes much more productive.

You’ll never find “Whining Meeting” in any project documentation, but everyone on the team knows exactly what it means.

Business Trips Were Never Just About Work

Business trips at AMC Bridge were never just about work.

There was usually a pretty serious sightseeing agenda as well.

I still remember one trip where our biggest discussion wasn’t about the project—it was about choosing the right rental car, finding the best seafood restaurant, making it to the ocean before sunset, and somehow fitting everything into the schedule.

Looking back, I realize that those trips built friendships just as much as they built projects.

The Office Became Much Bigger Than a Building

One thing that still amazes me is how connected the company has remained.

Years ago, meeting colleagues meant coming to the office in Dnipro.

Today, colleagues are spread across Europe and beyond.

The funny part is that almost any time I visit a European city, there’s probably an AMC Bridge colleague nearby who’s happy to meet for coffee, dinner, or simply a good conversation.

The office has become much bigger than a building.

“Not If. When.”

If one AMC Bridge day could be turned into a movie, it would definitely be the day we learned how to arm the office security system.

After explaining the procedure, our director asked if there were any questions.

Someone asked, “What if something goes wrong?”

Without missing a beat, he replied: “Not if. When.”

He then calmly explained what to do when the rapid response security team arrived—and, most importantly, why you should stand perfectly still instead of running toward them trying to explain yourself.

It felt like an action movie disguised as office training.

A Wardrobe Full of AMC Bridge History

An AMC Bridge T-shirt could probably tell the best story about my time here.

Over the years, I’ve collected quite a few of them.

Looking at them feels like flipping through a photo album. The designs changed, the logos evolved, some shirts became faded, and somehow even the sizes changed with different stages of life.

Of course, there are hoodies, backpacks, mugs, umbrellas, blankets, and plenty of other souvenirs. AMC Bridge quietly becomes part of everyday life.

The only thing we’re still missing is AMC Bridge slippers.

I’d definitely wear those too.

Sushrut Mukund Kulkarni, Software Development Engineer

The Silent Masterclass

During one team call, a teammate launched into a passionate four-minute explanation of a bug fix, complete with animated gestures, confident expressions, and dramatic pauses.

After wrapping up, they asked, “Does everyone agree with this approach?”

The chat instantly exploded with: “You’re on mute!”

A stunned silence followed before they replied, “Wait... you didn’t hear any of that?”

We couldn’t help but laugh and answer, “Not a single word, but the presentation skills were outstanding!”

Since then, “Mute check!” has become the unofficial opening line of every meeting.

The Paddle Boat Race Nobody Planned

During one of our team outings, the weather gave us the perfect backdrop: cool rain️, a chilly breeze, and a wide-open pond. We had four paddle boats out on the water, each loaded with four people, though only two could pedal at a time. Midway through, someone called out a challenge, and suddenly a casual ride transformed into an all-out boat race!

The catch? Steering and pedaling required perfect coordination between the two people in the pedaling seats, while the other two cheered, shouted directions, and tried not to get splashed.

Legs were burning, water was spraying everywhere, and the competitive spirit completely took over as all four boats pushed for the lead in the choppy water.

It was totally unscripted, completely exhausting, and easily one of the best laughs we’ve had together as a team!

Chai Break: The Unofficial Office Ritual

One thing that stands out to me at AMC Bridge is how easy it is to talk to people, share ideas, and ask for help. Seniors and leads are always approachable and ready to guide you, no matter your experience level.

The Pune office has one ritual that captures this perfectly: Chai Break. It’s not just about stepping away for a cup of tea—some of our best brainstorming sessions happen over a cup of chai.

Taking a few minutes away from our screens to chat with colleagues and leads, exchange ideas, or look at a problem from a different angle has helped us solve more than a few challenges. Sometimes, the best ideas really do come with a cup of chai.

Tetiana Korablova, Delivery Manager

Sushi, No KPIs Required

Long before the pandemic, we had an impromptu sushi-making session in the office kitchen.

No milestones were achieved, no KPIs were improved, but team morale was definitely delivered on time.

If My AMC Bridge Story Were a Movie...

Probably Forrest Gump.

The story starts in one world, then somehow passes through periods of rapid growth, unexpected challenges, a pandemic, and even a war.

Through it all, people keep moving forward, supporting each other, and somehow never losing their sense of humor.

The Most Life-Changing Onboarding

My future husband joined the project I was working on at AMC Bridge.

I thought I was just onboarding a new team member, but apparently it was a life-changing hire.

Vidyas Ugale, Software Development Engineer

My First AMC Bridge Party

It’s not exactly an adventure, but it’s definitely one of my most memorable experiences with colleagues.

Just a few days after I joined AMC Bridge, we had an office party. I had been with the company for only about 10 days, so I barely knew anyone yet. It turned out to be a great opportunity to get to know my colleagues better.

I spent the evening talking with people, meeting new colleagues, and even dancing with everyone. It was a lot of fun and helped me feel much more comfortable and welcomed as a new joiner.

It’s still one of the first AMC Bridge memories that comes to mind.

What New Colleagues Might Find Surprising

One thing that may surprise new colleagues about AMC Bridge is how flexible and approachable the work culture feels.

People are easy to reach out to, collaboration comes naturally, and there is room to balance work with personal life. It creates an environment where you can feel comfortable asking questions, sharing ideas, and doing your best work.

For me, that supportive and flexible atmosphere is one of the things that stands out most.

Mariia Diachkova, HR Manager

More Than Just “Happy Valentine’s Day”

One moment I still remember really clearly is Valentine’s Day just before the COVID-19 pandemic began.

We had a Valentine’s post where we could send wishes to colleagues across AMC Bridge offices, and somehow it turned into a whole team activity.

I remember our team spending what felt like half the day writing messages to each other and to colleagues in different offices. We were trying to make the wishes personal, funny, and warm—not just “Happy Valentine’s Day!” but little thank-yous, inside jokes, and messages of appreciation.

It was such a simple thing, but the atmosphere that day was really special. Everyone was smiling, comparing messages, thinking about who else they wanted to write to, and genuinely enjoying the chance to say something nice to one another.

Maybe it stayed with me because shortly after that, everything changed with COVID and remote work.

Looking back, I remember that day as one of those small, happy office moments that you don’t realize are special until much later.

Dhanshree Pawar, Recruitment Specialist

Small Gestures That Made a Big Difference   

I joined the company in February 2025. It has been more than a year and a half, and I still feel that I haven’t completely realized how special this place is. Maybe that’s because of the healthy and supportive environment we have here.

On my first day at AMC Bridge, I had to travel around 45 km to reach the office, and naturally, I was a little nervous. On top of that, I was the only woman among 17–18 colleagues.

But from day one, none of them ever made me feel nervous, uncomfortable, or left out. Whenever they went downstairs for a tea break, they would always ask me to join them. We would have those small tea breaks together, and those simple gestures helped me feel comfortable and welcomed.

What really touched me was that they took the initiative to make me feel included, even though I was the only woman on the team. It may seem like a very small thing, but those little gestures made a big difference.

Looking back, I feel that these small moments are what make a workplace truly special.

Thank you, AMC Bridge team, for making my experience here so memorable—and a special thanks to the AMC Bridge boys! ️

My Journey and the People Who Make AMC Bridge Special 

Another special part of my journey at AMC Bridge has been the people I’ve met along the way.

I was especially happy to reconnect with my wonderful colleagues, Pooja and Vishakha (editor’s note: Pooja Gadhe, HR Specialist and Vishakha Pathak, Recruitment Specialist). Interestingly, we had apparently worked together back in 2018 at a recruitment firm, and several years later, we found ourselves working together again at AMC Bridge.

Every day has been a new learning experience with them. Whether it’s a work-related situation or simply a challenging day, I know I can count on them, and their support has made my experience here much more positive and enjoyable.

I would also like to thank Alagar (editor’s note: Alagarraja Manavalan, Regional Manager, AMC Bridge India), who helped me a lot during my first days at AMC Bridge. Starting somewhere new can always feel a little challenging, and his guidance helped me settle in and feel more confident.

I’m also genuinely enjoying the work-life balance AMC Bridge provides. It gives me the opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute while still maintaining a healthy balance in life.

I’m especially grateful to my manager, Sultan (editor’s note: Sultan Hasanov, Recruitment Manager). The effort he puts into supporting and encouraging the team truly makes a difference.

And finally, a big thank you to Karthik (editor’s note: Karthikeyan Karamchandran, Director, India Operations) for being one of the backbones of AMC Bridge India and for always being there to support and encourage us.

When I look back at my journey so far, I feel grateful for the people I’ve met, the lessons I’ve learned, and the environment I’ve had the chance to be part of.

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