Honor them with custom awards that leave a lasting impression

By Jessica Martin

Awards are the go-to way to express gratitude and respect, and for good reason. It’s important to make sure hard work, loyalty and dedication don’t go unnoticed. Our go-to merchandiser for custom award and recognition products, Jacki, has the inside scoop on how to make your next presentation engaging and memorable. Our huge array of premium crystal, economical plaques, certificate holders and ribbons is certain to meet your needs and budget.  

Impressive custom crystal awards 

Quality crystal awards are a high-end way to recognize achievements. The Apex Crystal Tower “stands tall, providing a vivid display of the recipient’s name,” Jacki said. “With distinctly styled edges, the Iceberg Crystal Award is an elegant award to display years of service, retirement and work anniversaries, leadership recognition, and other award-worthy accomplishments.”  

The sleek Sedona Crystal Award sits on a brushed aluminum base. Its minimalist design lets their achievement take center stage. The Harmony Crystal Award is unique and attention grabbing. It has a clear crystal back panel and a colored, peaked front panel. Jacki said, “Different panel colors are offered to best match your theme, branding or a recipient’s favorite color.”  

Eye-catching choices 

“Starfire glass and acrylic awards are gala worthy and a perfect way to show your appreciation for a job well done,” Jacki said. The Admiral Starfire Award features a curved, colored accent for the ultimate look of sophistication. The Splendor Acrylic Award is made from acrylic and designed with crisscross detailing along the bottom. “There’s a beautiful gleam when light hits it,” Jacki said. 

The modern Babylon Starfire Award has beveled edges that add depth plus a beechwood base that will fit in wherever they decide to keep their custom award. Show appreciation for notable contributions with the Superior Starfire Award. The beveled, curved edge pairs beautifully with the polished chrome base. 

Budget-friendly options 

A Paper Certificate Folder is ideal for displaying achievements. “Whether it’s for a course completion, training recognition, or professional school or club photo, this folder can accommodate most standard-sized certificates or photos,” Jacki said. For associates who’ve been with you for many years, the Juno Wood Plaque is a polished and professional way to mark their dedication.  

For education-based achievements, the Double Award Folder gives graduates the elegance their certificates deserve. “Place meaningful university graphics on one side of this Padded Certificate Holder,” Jacki said, “which has a placeholder for when a graduate receives their official degrees in the mail.” When given out during commencements, the custom certificate holder is a tangible representation of commitment and accomplishment. 

Classic memorabilia 

A Lapel Pin makes a great event souvenir, team memorabilia item, company anniversary keepsake and more. “Use it to create a themed pinning ceremony. Or distribute it at a company banquet or community group meeting when a yearly milestone is hit,” Jackie said. “Or use it for a cause. When participants sign up, pledge or join a movement, send them a pin as a thank-you or welcome.” 

Awards often become keepsakes. The Pinked Ribbon is great for recognizing a competition participant or winner. “Flip out a memento they can keep close as a lucky charm: a Challenge Coin,” Jacki said. It’s perfect for commemorating dedications, launching a new mascot or league, and more. 

The peaked Starfire Paperweight holds its own when it comes to beauty and usefulness. This iconic custom award doubles as a paperweight to keep loose papers from shuffling around. 

Promo awards express gratitude with thoughtful recognition 

Acknowledging accomplishments and milestones can help boost engagement and increase productivity. Custom awards and trophies are perfect ways to show your appreciation while giving recipients something to hold on to and look back at.  

Jessica Martin

Jessica Martin is 4imprint’s merchandising planning manager with over 20 years of retail experience, 15 years of merchandising expertise and more than a decade in the promotional products industry. She ensures the right products get into customers’ hands through deep customer insight, trend awareness and seasonal analysis. Jessica is a key connection point between vendor relations, purchasing, and 4imprint’s end users, supporting programs across the Blue Box^® sample program, digital marketing, print and TV campaigns.

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