Top 10 Corporate Gifts: Crowd-Favorites from Our Spring Trunk Show 2024

Mira Peterson
6/7/2024

We hosted our second trunk show at the swanky, members-exclusive spot, The Battery Club in San Francisco, to showcase an abundant lineup of the trendiest corporate gifts from our top promotional product vendors. Get ready for a rundown of the crowd’s favorite picks, standout goodies, and all the juicy details!

Our trunk shows are designed to inspire, build relationships, and ensure our clients get an early look at innovative and stylish products that perfectly fit their needs. This year featured 14 of our most in-demand vendors: W/GOOD, Gemline, Fellow, Marine Layer, Sock Club, Fossa, ETS Express, Hirsch, Sweeter Cards, Sanmar, AceHigh, Timbuk2, Anecdote Candles and In the Make. Clients were taken on a journey, hopping from vendor to vendor, engaging in deep dives about project capabilities, and immersing themselves in tactile experiences with exciting new releases or timeless favorites perfect for corporate gifts.

Experiencing the quality, craftsmanship, and versatility up close sparks inspiration and opens up new creative avenues for their projects. It’s not until our clients can see and touch them firsthand that they truly grasp the endless potential for their brand initiatives.

Exclusive Access And Founder Meet & Greets:

Attendees got the first look at new and limited-edition products, giving them a unique opportunity to purchase items before they hit the broader market. Every vendor showcased an impressive mix of corporate swag, featuring fresh arrivals and all-time favorites. But the presence of brand founders Julie Maskulka of Anecdote Candles, Kenya Marquez and Brenton Louis of In the Make, Patrick Fitzgerald of W/Good, Michelle Chen of Fossa, and Stacy Stahl of Sweeter Cards brought an extra layer of excitement and expertise to the event. Clients had the unique opportunity to engage directly with the visionaries behind these exceptional gifts for employee gaining more insight and value one-on-one.

Here are the Top 10 company swag ideas that piqued our clients' curiosity and became instant crowd favorites:

1. Fellow *NEW* Rocky and Ruby Wine Tumblers

Step into the world of sophisticated sipping with Fellow's latest launch! Unveiled at our trunk show, these wine tumblers redefine elegance and functionality. Crafted to keep your favorite vintages refreshingly cool, they blend sleek design with premium insulation.

2. Mercer + Mettle Claremont Duffle

With its premium materials and thoughtfully crafted compartments, it effortlessly blends practicality with elegance.

3. Sweeter Cards Chocolate

Completely customizable with any design needs, Sweeter Cards are crafted to surprise and delight. This ingeniously designed card doubles as a chocolate holder.

4. Brumate Togosa Wine Chiller and Leakproof Pitcher

Keep wine chilled and margaritas flowing with this unique combo. Perfect for any occasion, whether it's team-building, game days, or offsite retreats.

5. Fossa Sun Hoodie

Environmentally friendly with a high percentage of recycled content, this summer-ready hoodie wicks moisture and shields UV rays at UPF 50.

6. Firefly LED Multi-Cable

An attention-grabbing LED display that stands out, this versatile charger has a rapid 10-watt delivery speed and nearly 3 1/2 feet of length, making charging devices quick and convenient.

7. Igloo Kooltunes Speaker Cooler

The classic cooler now features dual built-in speakers for up to 10 hours of playtime on one charge. With Bluetooth 5.0, it pairs wirelessly, and its IP56 rating ensures water and dust resistance.

8. Rhone Commuter Polos

The Rhone Commuter Polo is a versatile, casual addition to any wardrobe. It's easy to style and easy to love.

9. Sock Club Athletic Quarter Crew Socks

Sock Club’s latest sock is perfect for warmer weather. Created for comfort and performance, these socks can be customized with any brand design.

10. Corkcicle Sling Bag

A stylish solution for carrying essentials. This sleek bag combines functionality with fashionable taste.

On top of being surrounded by awesome custom promotional products, clients enjoyed Insta-worthy experiences with Abby Young Styling’s Color Analysis, where clients could make a pit stop to discover their most flattering hues. We kept the atmosphere of enthusiasm going with all-day instant-win chances and hourly raffle prizes. Plus, everyone could go home with a goodie bag valued over $350!

Our CreativeMC trunk shows make a lasting impression that online browsing just can't match. We make it a day where everyone has a great time filled with hands-on experiences that ensure our clients choose their branded merch with confidence.

Summary

  • We hosted our second trunk show at the swanky members-exclusive spot, The Battery Club in San Francisco, to showcase an abundant lineup of the trendiest products from our top vendors. 
  • The show featured 14 of our most in-demand vendors: W/GOOD, Gemline, Fellow, Marine Layer, Sock Club, Fossa, ETS Express, Hirsch, Sweeter Cards, Sanmar, AceHigh, Timbuk2,  Anecdote Candles and In the Make. 
  • Attendees got the first look at new and limited-edition products, giving them a unique opportunity to purchase items before they hit the broader market. 
  • Clients had the unique opportunity to engage directly with a few Founders behind brands Fossa, W/Good, Anecdote Candles, In the Make, and Sweeter Cards, gaining more insight and value one-on-one. 
  • From slick gadgets to handcrafted gems, we share the Top 10 Corporate Gifting Picks that piqued our clients' curiosity and became instant crowd favorites.

See You Next Year!

Wrapping up our fast-paced exploration of our top trunk show picks, we're thrilled by the best corporate swag we presented and the enthusiastic response from our attendees. A big shoutout goes to our Spring 2024 Trunk Show collaborators: Sock Club, Timbuk2, Fellow, Fossa, Hirsch, Sweeter Cards, ETS Express, Acehigh, Sanmar, W/Good, Gemline, Anecdote Candles, In the Make, and Marine Layer.

Our team is already gearing up for the next epic rendezvous of style and innovation: Spring Trunk Show 2025! Thank you for joining us on another trunk show adventure and we look forward to welcoming you back soon for more exciting discoveries! 

From slick gadgets to handcrafted gems, every product was a testament to the boundless creativity out there. We're already gearing up for the next epic rendezvous of style and innovation. Thank you for joining us on another trunk show adventure and we look forward to welcoming you back soon for more exciting finds!


Want to attend our next CreativeMC Trunk Show? Send us a note at team@creativemc.com

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