If you’ve read the cover story in this issue, you know that a holistic approach to workplace recognition is important to maximize a program’s impact. It’s not just what rewards you present, but how you present them. A survey of more than 400 incentive program participants found that between 40 and 70 percent of a participants’ preferred award experience was determined by non-award presentation factors such as who gives the award, how it’s communicated and what professional impact it carries.
At the same time, the whole point of using non-cash incentives and recognition items is to provide your recipients with rewards that will have lasting value to them and enhance the relationship between employer and employee. To achieve that, you must reward with merchandise and experiences that appeal to your diverse work force.
“A key lesson for businesses from this study is that every type of reward — merchandise, gift cards and travel — all outperform cash,” says Incentive Marketing Association Executive Director Donna Chrobak. “Assuring a positive and personal total reward experience has a major impact on participant motivation and behavior, which ultimately affects employee performance and talent retention.”
This collection of products and gift cards from our advertisers is a good start toward assembling an enticing array of incentive options.
Maze Dinnerware Collection
World-renowned chef Gordon Ramsay exemplifies performance and presentation epitomized by his Maze Dinnerware Collection. This stylish tableware is contemporary and stylish, yet durable enough for everyday use. Available in white for continuity programs (shown) and many other colors to choose from where a color is wanted. Also, bakeware as well in the collection. For more information on continuity pricing and all, contact WWRD U.S. Special Markets Department at 800-933-3370.
Mirrorless EOS M3
Designed to inspire, the EOS M3 digital camera brings true EOS performance and image quality to a compact, stylish and elegant package. With its large 24.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor and DIGIC 6 image processor, the camera captures high-resolution images and full HD movies suitable for almost any application. For more information, contact Canon Special Accounts at 866-50-CANON or visit usa.canon.com/corporategifts.
Give more this holiday
Give more this holiday with a SuperCertificate® from GC Incentives. The SuperCertificate® gives you a way to personally connect with the people who grow your business that is meaningful, memorable and enjoyable. It’s a great experience for you to give and allows your recipients to choose their own gift cards from hundreds of popular brands. Call 877-737-0200 or visit gcincentives.com to give more with your corporate holiday gifting program.
Turn the ordinary into extraordinary
When you want to take the ordinary to extraordinary, look to Pelucida Glass. Custom awards and unique pieces for your sales, marketing and gift needs. To discuss your next project, contact Jeffrey Brenner at Pelucida Glass at 802-548-4572 or email jbrenner@pelucidaglass.com, or visit pelucidaglass.com.
Vapor Lite collection
Introducing our lightest hardside travel collection. Designed for travelers who value TUMI for its time-tested endurance, TUMI Vapor® Lite is constructed from a special, multi-layer polycarbonate alloy formulation, created to increase the strength and durability of the case versus standard polycarbonate cases prone to cracking and denting with frequent use. For more information, contact Tumi Special Markets at 800-669-3181 or visit TumiSpecialMarkets.com.
La Cuisine Set
La Cuisine’s six-piece round cast iron casserole set can be used to create mouth-watering dishes cooked on all cooktops and ovens, including induction. The non-toxic, matte black enamel interior surface is scratch-resistant, stain-resistant, heats food through evenly and remains hot until served and improves through continued use. A great recognition idea for the foodies on your team. For more information, contact Eric Anderson of PMC/Almo at 262-203-5440 or email eanderson@almo.com, or visit pmc.almo.com/index.asp.
Coutura Solar Perpetual chronograph
The stunning look of this Seiko watch is matched only by its precision performance. Designed with a stainless steel case and bracelet with gold accents. Powered by light energy using solar cells with high-performance electricity generation. No battery change required. Energy-efficient solar movement with six-month power reserve once fully charged. The gray dial, protected with a sapphire crystal, features three subdials, luminous hands and markers, leap year, month, day and date indicator, and power reserve indicator. For more information, contact Seiko Special Markets at 800-545-2783 or visit SeikoUSA.com.
Foot Locker and Champs
Foot Locker and Champs Sports gift cards are your one-size-fits-all incentive, recognition, engagement and promotional reward solution. Gift cards are redeemable at Foot Locker, Lady Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker and Champs Sports. Available in traditional plastic format as well as a virtual eCard format, in either U.S. or Canadian dollars. All of our cards are redeemable in-store and online, never expire and never have fees applied for non-use. For more details, call 800-690-5996 or email GiftCards@footlockergiftcard.com, or visit FootLockerGiftCard.com.
Mini instant camera
Step up to Fujifilm’s top of the line Instax Mini 50S instant camera. Sleek compact design in a high-gloss piano black finish. Instant prints on the spot for any business function. Bundle includes 20 exposures of film and batteries. Contact Joyce Harrison at 800-869-8600, Ext. 535809 or visit fujifilmincentives.com.
Memorable gifts
Omaha Steaks has a wide variety of gourmet selections that make an excellent choice for employee and client holiday gifts. Customization and certificate options also available. For gift ideas call 800-228-2480 or email B2B@OmahaSteaks.com, or visit OmahaSteaksB2B.com/SMMHoliday.
Give rewards they’ll remember
Best Buy gift cards turn rewards into technology your team will remember long after their gift card is spent. Plus, you’ll love the volume discounts, no program fees, and customizable fulfillment options. For more information, call 877-370-1234, e-mail CorporateGiftCards@BestBuy.com, or visit CorporateGiftCards.BestBuy.com.
Create the sales lift you need
Most incentive programs motivate only the top 20 percent of salespeople, but the reality is your biggest lift and highest potential comes from your other 80 percent. When you need to increase sales quickly, focus on driving participation and sales from 100 percent of your sales team with GoalQuest. Learn more and download a free eBook, “Driving Performance with Self‑Selected Goals,” at SalesandMarketing.com/GoalQuest.
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…for amazing style, incredible savings and easy shopping – all wrapped up into one gift card. With a Kohl’s Gift Card, you get more for every dollar while saving on great brands. Plus, gift cards are accepted in store and online, and they never expire. For more details, contact Jennifer Fraedrich at 262-703-6896 or email jennifer.fraedrich@kohls.com, or visit kohls.com/corporategiftcard.
Flexible travel certificates
Travelink, American Express Travel’s custom Gift of Travel Certificates are a fully-managed travel incentive program offering no blackout dates, flexible to use for travel anywhere in the world, and for any travel type such as cruise, flights and ground transportation. For more information, visit Travelink.com/GOT or call 888-261-5521.
Royal Princess earrings
Antwerp Diamonds and Antwerp Silver continue to deliver simple and elegant style stud earrings with square shape diamonds or cubic zirconia on the EPR24 series. Increase your rewards, loyalty and incentive markets with complete fulfillment from our Dallas warehouse. For more information, visit antwerpdiamondsincentives.com.
