What does luxury look like, and why does it matter? For us, luxury is anything that’s desirable, but feels just out of reach in terms of spending one’s own money on it. That’s what makes an incentive effective. And that’s what we have assembled here — an assortment of noncash incentives for diverse tastes. Entice the travelers, the foodies, the coffee fiends and more to hit a quota or some other stretch goal.
Tangible incentives are vivid and full of sensory-rich specifics, so they are stored in the emotional right side of the brain and “pulled up” often in anticipation.
“We’ve come a long way from the gold retirement watch,” states a report from Blackhawk Engagement Solutions (bhengagement.com). “People weigh an incentive’s value against how hard it is to earn. Choose employee rewards that inherently have higher value, and you can inspire higher performance. Keep in mind that indulgences, especially those that don’t have to be justified, are more valuable.”
Welcome to the new look of luxury.
Spinner trunk
If you’re going to travel, travel in style. The Bellagio Collection from Bric’s combines timeless elegance with all of the functionality required by the modern traveler. The elegant and lightweight 21-inch spinner trunks are made of durable Makrolon polycarbonate and enhanced by fine, full-grain Italian Tuscan cow leather trim with contrasting stitching accents. For more information, contact Chris Harrison of KleerWest, LLC at Chris@KleerWest.com.
Be the barista
The Swiss-made JURA Z6 automatic coffee center breaks new ground as the most advanced model offering a true bean-to-cup experience that’s freshly ground, not capsuled. A world first, the Pulse Extraction Process (P.E.P.®) optimizes extraction time to guarantee professional quality, barista-style coffee. It brings out every nuance of aroma, with a thicker layer of velvety-soft, long-lasting crema on top. Coffee lovers can customize their brew to 10 different intensity levels. For more information, contact Becky Sawicki at JURA Inc., 800-220-5701 or email Becky.Sawicki@us.jura.com, or visit jura.com.
Marquis Brookside stemware
The Marquis Brookside stemware collection confidently expresses a timeless and relevant design that will leave a lasting impression on your reward recipients and their guests. These sets are comfortable in any setting, from traditional to contemporary and in between. Available in sets of four: all-purpose glasses, white wines, champagne flutes, iced beverage glasses and double old-fashioneds. For more information, contact WWRD US Special Markets at 800-933-3370.
A tote that makes a fashion statement
Made of supple vegan leather, the spacious Vera Bradley Northbrook Composition Tote in Dove Gray is great as a work bag. The front block design cleverly disguises a hidden magnetic slip pocket, while a second pocket sits just inside the bag’s recessed zip-top opening. Inside there is a zip pocket and three slip pockets and the metal feet protect the bottom of the bag. For more details, contact Jody Running of Top Brands at 800-431-2127 or email jody@top-brands.com.
Extraordinary recognition
When your recognition requires being beyond ordinary, look to Pelucida Glass to provide the extraordinary. Custom designed awards, trophies, accessories and business gifts. For more information, contact Jeffrey Brenner of Pelucida Glass LLC at 802-548-4572 or email jbrenner@pelucidaglass.com or visit PelucidaGlass.com.
A foodie’s best friend
Mentioned by name in Anthony Bourdain’s memoir, “Kitchen Confidential,” Global knives are the choice for chefs around the world. The sleek, seamless knives are made in Japan and constructed from a single piece of CROMOVA stainless steel to eliminate food traps and provide unmatched agility. This 10-Piece Set Includes: 8-inch chef’s knife; 5¼-inch chef’s knife; 7-inch santoku; 6-inch serrated utility knife; 8¾-inch bread knife; 4-inch paring knife; 3½-inch paring knife; 8¼-inch carving knife; and 10-inch honing steel. For more information, contact Paul Burnette of 20/20 Special Markets at 513-561-9920 or email pburnette@2020specialmarkets.com.
Signature massage chair
Brookstone, in partnership with Inada, the creator of the first automatic Shiatsu massage chair, has introduced a dual 3D massage system that makes short work of tight muscles. While one set of massages is soothing the upper back, the second set is easing strain and tension in the lower back. It’s like having two masseuses at once. Users can create their own custom massage by choosing the type, speed, roller width and body zone. For more information, contact Rob Ludwig of Brookstone Stores, Inc., at 800-964-4387 or email CorporateSales@Brookstone.com, or visit brookstone.com.
