noun
pep rally; kick-off meeting
A gathering to boost morale and determination before a project, campaign, or event. Common in business, political, and sports contexts.
新年度の始まりに、社員全員で決起大会を開いた。
At the start of the new fiscal year, we held a pep rally with all employees.
選挙前に候補者の決起大会が行われた。
A kick-off rally for the candidate was held before the election.