Hampton Roads Corporate Gifting Case Studies
We pride ourselves on having helped many businesses over the years give their clients custom gifts with style. Here are three case studies of gifts we particularly enjoyed putting together.
1. CASE STUDY: Dollar Tree
Dollar Tree's Corporate Event Planner reached out wanting customized gift boxes consistent with the area. She requested gender-neutral, local items that would introduce potential residents to the Virginia Beach. We got to work creating a custom illustrated map of Virginia Beach with local icons that became the focal point of the gifts. Then we sent four different options with the best of Virginia Beach and with different price points for them to consider. They selected the option they liked best and we got busy creating over 400 gift bags for them!
Inside the Gift Bags:
Sugar Cookies with Dollar Tree Logo
Three Ships Coffee
May's Parlor Cookies
Virginia Peanuts
Forbes Salt Water Taffy
Local Honey
Terrapin Granola
Sea glass candy in their logo colors
"Welcome to Virginia Beach" illustrated map with description of what was in each gift bag on the back
“As always great feedback on the gifts! Love the customized map...nice touch. We've gotten a great response from the gift bags and everyone loves them!" - Dollar Tree
2. CASE STUDY: Opus Wealth Management Strategies
Do you have clients who are perfectionists? Scrambling to think of what you could give them that they won’t toss in the bin? Take our advice. When assembling a gift for your clients, make sure to include the following:
1. Treat of some sort
2. Keepsake item
3. Everyday item that already fits into their lifestyle
For example, Opus Wealth Management Strategies in Norfolk, VA recently asked us to create luxury corporate gifts for a happy hour raffle for a group of dentists. We quickly assembled some ideas that felt like game night essentials or holiday hosting gifts. Because the dentists are primarily male, we assembled gender-neutral gifts that would appeal to men.
For the “treat”, we added locally crafted bourbon chocolates from Cocoa Nouveau and Tarnished Truth Whiskey. The Road Soda recipe book and locally hand-crafted bottle openers easily make for keepsakes; while the Three Ships coffee, Palo Santo and matches are practical, yet special, everyday items.
To make the boxes extra unique, we sourced almost exclusively locally made products in their boxes. The gift items were arranged in handcrafted wood boxes and, for the finishing touch, we incorporated their business logo and contact info on a tag that we then attached to the gifts.
“I love the spotlight on local favorites.” - Opus Wealth Management Strategies
The finished product:
3. CASE STUDY: Benson Homes
This is the second year we’ve created holiday gift boxes for Benson Homes' clients. It’s so fun to put together something different each time to wow their recipients. Benson Homes is a custom remodeling and design firm in Virginia Beach and they wanted to support other local businesses in their gifts. We went with Cocoa Nouveau salted caramel chocolates, Jars Of Dust ornaments, and Mediterranean Fig Candles made by Coastal Candles. All locally made with an emphasis on quality. The handcrafted wood box, greenery, and logo on tags were special touches that completed their boxes.
We've also created gift boxes for them to give to the neighbors of the client's they are about to remodel their home. This is a great marketing strategy for them that produces not only happy neighbors for their clients but also leads for future projects.
“Wanderful Boxes helped us created custom gift boxes for our clients. They were beautiful, one-of-a-kind, and reasonably priced. Our clients loved them! We loved working with the owner, Sara, as she had so many great ideas and worked with us to create exactly what we wanted. If you're looking for a gift to impress your clietns, or really for any occasion, shop Wanderful Boxes! - Benson Homes
Curious what our corporate gifting process looks like?
1. INQUIRY:
Fill out our custom gift questionnaire.
2. COMMUNICATION:
We will reach out by e-mail to discuss your needs and what it will take to fulfill them.
3. DEPOSIT & QUESTIONNAIRE:
Pay the deposit and fill out our questionnaire! Want to incorporate your company logo? Have a handwritten note? We can do that. All those questions will be asked during this process.
4. DESIGN:
We will assemble some ideas and send to you for approval. We will create all the boxes ready for delivery.
5. ASSEMBLY & DELIVERY:
Once the design is finalized, we begin working on your box(es)! We can ship anywhere in the U.S. and do some local deliveries if you’re located in Virginia Beach, VA.
6. FINALLY:
Your recipients will be in awe of your gifting prowess and you will be a rockstar.