Sharing A Gift Project

photo by Janis Nicolay

We've been working with Coca-Cola since 2003 when we first designed their very own tartan. The criss cross plaid pattern symbolizes family, community and unity- all words that reflect Coca-Cola.

So when the call came to design cuff-links for their Artic Home campaign, we were excited to roll up our sleeves with them. Photographs of actual polar bears were used for inspiration.  Gift cards sharing the story of the commission and the symbolism and reason for the commission was included- all for a great cause!

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Gratitude Attitude

Before you start your day, 

give a gift of thanks for waking up!

During your day, 

give a gift of gratitude- thank the person who helps you most often at work. 

Before you go to bed,

give a gift of thanks, by sharing one thing that made you smile during the day.

So who is willing to give it a try and share results?

Post your favorite gifts and what happened as a result- the powerful impact it made on your business and life. Giving a Gift a Day will make a difference in your life and in your company!

Read my inspiration for creating our Giving Project.

To giving gifts,

Janet

photo courtesy of Ludwig Interior Design

Is It Summer Yet?

Well even it it's not quite summer, the weather sure feels like it (finally!) 

and we can't wait to share our summer must have gifts!

Check out our current issue of Giving for fresh, fun ideas 

for your upcoming 

recognition occasions and events!

Mother's Day

1950s photograph of my mom


Happy Mother's Day Mom!
Love Janet

Sharing a Custom Gift Project

Teck Resources- a company who truly values recognition with meaning is always a pleasure to collaborate with. 


Their objectives for this project:  Provide gifts for local and international government officials and executives involved in the opening of a new copper mine in Chile. 
Gifts are to be made of copper and be suitable to display on a desk.
Gifts are to be unique reflecting Teck's genuine appreciation.


Strategy: We designed hand blown glass paperweights with real copper leaf floating inside. We also designed copper coins with artwork of the local Chilean church where the mine exists, the Teck logo, and the event information in both Chilean Spanish and English. The coins were added into the glass during the manufacturing of the glass pieces. 


The result: "Janet, that is why we call you. You are such a great resource and we can always count on you to design unique gifts. Thank you!"

This was a meaningful project to collaborate on and I was thrilled with the final results. 

What to Know Before You Give

In the current issue of Corporate Meetings & Events I share questions to ask before you invest in purchasing your gifts, awards and incentive solutions.

Share with me your ideas and suggestions by posting a comment here.

To modern meaningful recognition.
Janet

Influential Women

Once again I was thrilled to be the award sponsor for The Influential Women in Business Awards-
Business in Vancouver's annual event celebrating women leadership.

The awards are human glass figures, hand blown with outstretched arms symbolizing leadership and celebration. Each piece stands 11" high and is one of a kind. During the creative process, glass ribbon swirls of reds, pinks and purples are included which is a subtle and stylish way to reflect the event's branding.
The awards reflect the genuine appreciation of Business in Vancouver, make an impact when presenting on stage and in photographs, and are a unique award that stand out from the rest- just like the recipients.

 

Providing gift packaging that is sturdy, safe for travel and fashionable is an important detail as I want the gift giver's experience to be effortless and the recipients' gift experience to be a happy one from start to finish. (having to think about how to get the award back to the office in 

one piece would not continue the experience!) 

Thanks Lucy Cameron for the photos!

Initially when we looked at base options, I  felt using a mass produced glass base would take away from the sculpture look I was going for, so each base is also hand blown, then etched with the event, date, and recipients' names. Gift cards with Business in Vancouver's logo on the front and space for their personal message of gratitude inside is another detail that continues the experience for both the giver and recipients. The card also shares more information on the commission and the artist.



Read more about the inspiring women honored on
page 27 and 28 of BIV's March 20, 2012 issue

What occasion do you have coming up where you want the awards to reflect your genuine gratitude?