Companies are putting employee engagement as a top priority in 2020 – from how to communicate to employees to what makes helps increase their productivity. Feeling valued is one of the top factors that keep employees engaged and there are multiple approaches to this strategy.
A business can show value with rewards and recognition for a job well done. Enter the employee gift.
What defines a great employee gift is that:
- it’s of high quality and premium value
- speaks to the person’s interests
- it entertains and/or offers convenience
- it’s unique or on-trend
- it’s personalized (imprinted with their name or a thoughtful message)
According to an article by Screen Cloud, highly engaged team members result in 21% greater profitability which further reinforces the need for managers, HR, and other company executives to innovate how they can show appreciation for employees.
2020 is a year for tech, eco-consciousness, travel, home and self-care gifts. This top 20 list offers trendy employee gift ideas that check the boxes for the year’s forecast. Let’s get started.
1. Ronan 2-piece Gift Set – everyone is all about wireless tech these days. This gift set includes a wireless Qi charging mousepad and a wireless optical – both gorgeously designed with a wood grain finish. This trendy employee gift idea also comes with a custom printed gift box to complete the presentation.
2. Bliss Wine Bottle & 2 Tumbler Gift Set – Wine tumblers and vacuum wine bottles have also become hot items for business gifting. Choose from 3 different variants and laser engrave their names or the company logo on all three pieces.
3. Nomad Must-Haves Messenger – This gift set works for conferences and for employee appreciation month. Add a custom patch that’s attached to the bag’s flap. You also get a custom journal and pen and a USB connector.
4. Aero Auto Open Wireless Charging Phone Mount – This combines tech and travel. The Prim Wireless Phone Mount includes detachable wireless charging pad. Simply clip into a car vent and connect the micro charging cable via USB port to provide power. Once the phone is clipped in charging starts automatically.
5. Maui Pacific Cooler Tote – Looking for a practical but quality employee gift? This tote is it! Carry this all-purpose cooler tote everywhere, from the beach to the farmers market. Insulated main compartment with zippered closure. Expandable front pocket with bungee sides. Micromesh front pocket for storing accessories while sifting out sand.
6. 17 Oz. Double Wall Stainless Steel Insulated Vacuum Bottle – Don’t just give your top-performing team member any drinkware. Give them this chic vacuum bottle. The sturdy double-wall, vacuum insulated stainless steel construction ensures that your drink remains cold for up to 24 hours & hot for up to l2 hours. The cylinder box completes this trendy employee gift.
7. Flyington™ Selfie Drone – Wrap a full-color imprint on this mini drone. Gift employees with something fun and exciting and this tech toy may just be what you need. Made to go above and beyond, this drone takes you on a ride of a lifetime. Remotely controlled through an app on your smart device, it does so much more than just fly. It takes real-time pictures (including selfies) and videos, features aerobatic flight, real-time camera transmission, and phone-tilt control.
8. NEOSKIN reg; 2-PIECE GIFT SET – Keep it simple yet sophisticated with a premium engraved pen. The Carène has a dynamic style enhanced by the elegance of its trims. Features premium black ballpoint ink and premium gift packaging. You may also want to check out these personalized Montblanc Pens.
9. Tile Mate – They’ll love this premium piece of tech. Never lose anything again with the tiny TILE Bluetooth tracker. Just attach a Tile to everyday items such as your phone, luggage, keys, bike or anything else that matters to you. Keep track of them in the TILE app.
10. Field & Co.® Sherpa Blanket – The Field & Co.® Sherpa Blanket features a classic look with timeless style. Super soft and cozy, a perfect luxurious comfort. Combines soft velour and Sherpa backing with Field & Co.® vintage branding elements and details.
11. Bath Bomb Kit – Transform your bath into a place of sanctuary and contemplation with this gorgeous-smelling collection of scented bath bombs for a powerful aromatherapy for the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation! Includes 6-assorted bath bomb scents along with branded gel eye mask tucked inside mailer box. Full color card insert, box label and drop shipping available.
12. 3-piece Fabrizio Gift Set – This gift set includes a Fabrizio Super 16,000 mAh power bank, Addi-Fabrizio Bluetooth speaker and Fabrizio stylus/pen. Great for the holidays, meetings, company milestones, and even incentives.
13. Promo Revolution – 16 oz Stainless Steel Tumbler w/ Plastic Liner & Metal Straw Gift Set – Take your favorite beverage on-the-go with this convenient 16 oz. Stainless Steel Vacuum Tumbler with plastic liner and Stainless Steel Straw! You can use it as a travel mug on your way to work or with the straw for a day at the beach! This set includes Goldfish (1.5 oz) & a single serve 4C® Sugar Free Tea 2 Go®Iced Tea Packet (Assorted Flavors). Your gift is placed in a cello bag with an elegant, satin twist tie bow.
14. 11 oz. Black Candle with Gift Box – Elegant luxury custom candle gift. This high-quality, crystal clear 6 oz. candle glass is decorated with your logo, then hand poured with scented soy-blend wax. Each candle contains clean-burning, eco-friendly cotton wick, which creates a beautiful glow. More custom soy candles here.
15. Cambridge Wireless Charging Portfolio – This could be the ultimate padfolio for the team. Features a removable UL Listed 5000 mAh power bank for charging on the go. Interior includes a wireless charging dock; a pop-up USB port for non-wireless charging tech products; a replaceable 60 sheet lined ivory notepad with date fill-in section.
16. Quartetto Espresso Mug Gift Set – Coffee is a universally loved gift in the workplace. Employees will appreciate these contemporary, chic espresso mugs! These boxed espresso cups feature a matte black finish, an etched logo on every cup, an elegant high end presentation box with a magnetic closure and printed logo.
17. Tenfour™ 2.0 10,400mAh Power Bank – Can’t go wrong with a high-power power bank in 2020. Practical and stylish, this high-capacity power bank is ready to charge you up. Loaded with three USB outputs, a 3.1 amp charging speed, and a 10,400mAh battery capacity, it charges up to three devices at once to completion with room to spare.
18. Garth Wine Opener Set – Garth Wine Opener Set is a complete wine set for the true wine collector. This set includes wine corkscrew, wine stopper, foil cutter, wine bottle collar, wine pourer and extra replacement spiral. Rabbit-ear handles design corkscrew simply attach it to the bottle with one hand, pull the lever up and down until the cork comes out. More wine opener sets here.
19. Columbia® Ladies’ Benton Springs™ Full-Zip Fleece – This super comfy and warm brand name jacket can be an addition to your team uniform or a holiday gift for the crew for their hard work. More Columbia jackets here.
20. Igloo® Fundamentals Artisan Gourmet Cooler – Black-Dark Grey – This employee gift combines edible gifts and everyday convenience. Smart, practical and oh-so-stylish, this cooler is packed with goodies and destined to leave a lasting impression. Includes chocolate chip cookies, peanut crunch, sourdough honey mustard pretzel nuggets, apple cinnamon chips, berry nut mix, sweet and tangy mustard with dipping pretzels and caramel popcorn.
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