Business Awards

Quality Custom Made Trophies

2012-02-14T12:43:00.000-08:00

In today's economy we completely understand that people are looking to get the most out of their money. That is why we always guarantee our custom made trophies because we want our customers to know that we stand behind all that we do. We do not ever provide executive awards that are less than top notch quality.

Also, please consider the value of adding some variety to your portfolio. The worst thing you can do is to try and do the same thing over and over again. We want to encourage all of our readers as well as our current customers that there is a lot of value to trying new things. Don't ever settle for less than top quality. We stand behind all that we sell. Give us a call today and we can explain why we offer the best trophies.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Selects Bennett Custom Corporate Awards

2012-01-05T16:25:00.000-08:00

Bennett Awards recently developed and produced a new set of custom corporate awards for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. These custom recognition awards were created for the US Chamber’s “Hiring Our Heroes” initiative, which honors private sector organizations for their efforts to find meaningful employment for military veterans and service members, and their spouses.

This is the first year that the US Chamber has presented these custom business awards. In total, five unique recognition trophies were presented, across a variety of award categories, including overall military hiring, small businesses, women veterans and military spouses, post 9-11 veterans, and “Wounded Warriors”. Recipients of these distinguished recognition awards included PepsiCo, CVS, Union Pacific, API Group, and RecruitMilitary.

Bennett Awards worked closely with the US Chamber to create a unique, distinctive custom corporate awards design for this initiative. These custom sculpture awards feature a realistic figure in the shape of combat serviceman on patrol. The sculpture awards are cast in bronze, and feature a golden brown patina. These business award statues are mounted on hand-crafted personalized wood bases. Attached to the these bases are engraved plates with customized engravings that include the US Chamber logos, the name and purpose of the corporate award, the recipient name, and the date of presentation. A detailed view of these custom corporate achievement awards can be seen by clicking the following link: "U.S. Chamber of Commerce ‘Hiring Our Heroes’ Custom Corporate Awards".

Ted Koppel Receives Bennett Custom Recognition Award

2011-11-08T08:22:00.000-08:00

Television news veteran Ted Koppel recently received a unique, custom Bennett recognition award from Washington State University (WSU). WSU commissioned Bennett Awards to create a new custom executive awards design for their 2011 Edward R. Murrow Award for Lifetime Achievement in Broadcast Journalism. Koppel received this custom achievement award at the 37th Edward R. Murrow Symposium, held September 23, 2011, at the Beasley Performing Arts Coliseum on the WSU Pullman campus. Koppel also presented the keynote address at this symposium.

Bennett Awards worked collaboratively with WSU to create a new custom trophy info design for this prestigious achievement award. The custom awards design features a sculpture award in the shape of vintage broadcast microphone. At the top of the microphone is the signature of Edward R. Murrow. The sculpture trophy was cast in bronze, and mounted on a black marble base with customized, gold-filled engraving of the award name, year of presentation, recipient name, award purpose, and presenting organization.

Koppel is a 43-year veteran of ABC news, and is best known for his work as the anchor of ABC’s Nightline series. Koppel has won every major American broadcast industry honor, including 41 Emmy Awards, eight George Foster Peabody Awards, 10 duPont-Columbia Awards, 10 Overseas Press Club Awards, two George Polk Awards, and two Sigma Delta Chi Awards.

Sculpture Awards - A Unique Option for Business Awards

2011-09-29T12:54:00.000-07:00

Many different types of awards are used for corporate awards. Trophies, plaques, penholders, gift certificates, trips, etc., have all been presented to employees by their organizations to reward exceptional performance. One of the key challenges facing companies, however, is the fact that many of these corporate awards are “tired”, and have been overused by their organizations. Employees have received the same old corporate awards so often that they are no longer excited to receive these. Many of the common plaques and trophies they receive end up stashed away in their desk drawers or cupboards.

Another issue is that many of these recognition awards are low-end awards that do not accurately reflect the stature, image and integrity of the presenting organization or occasion. In fact, some low-end awards can actually create a negative impression on the overall image of the event or presentation.

In response to this, many organizations are beginning to look for corporate awards that accurately reflect the prestige of their company, and add to, rather than subtract from, the image of their event. They are seeking corporate awards that project a high-quality image, and enhance the message they are trying to deliver by presenting the award.

Many of these companies are turning to custom sculpture awards as a differentiated, high-quality, unique option for their corporate awards. Unlike common plaques or trophies, sculpture awards are true pieces of art that have been hand-crafted by talented artists. These awards are beautiful, timeless pieces of art that recipients will proudly display in their homes or offices. This approach avoids the “cookie cutter” problem so often found in existing award choices - all of these sculpture awards have their own unique personality and style that can be ideally paired with the presenting organization, event, or award recipient.

There are many, many different pre-made designs of sculpture awards that can be chosen for your corporate awards needs. These designs come in a variety of styles. Some are realistic representations of an idea or theme – a realistic figure holding a star, for example. Others are more impressionistic or abstract designs that convey a message. Companies can choose the type of the sculpture award design that best fits the personality and brand image of their organization or event.

Sculpture awards are generally available in different types of materials. Two of the most popular materials are bronze and pewter. Bronze sculpture awards can either be finished in a high-polish bronze finish, or the bronze can be colored in a patina finish. Pewter sculpture awards are available in either a natural pewter finish or with gold or silver plating.

In addition, these unique sculpture awards provide additional options for customizing your corporate awards. The marble bases of these unique awards, for example, can be engraving with an inscription of the customer’s choosing. This engraving can include the name of the presenting organization, a corporate logo or motto, the name of the recipient, the data of presentation, etc.

Finally, if a company does not find an existing sculpture award that meets their needs, they can commission custom awards that are designed specifically for their requirements. These companies will work with our account managers and artisans to develop a corporate awards designs that is a perfect match for their corporate image and intended use.

To summarize, sculpture awards are a unique, classic vehicle for presenting corporate awards that enhance the prestige and impact of your next presentation or event.

Value People, Value Your Employees

2011-08-17T14:13:00.000-07:00

When you ask someone what it was like to work for a specific company, they will always think about what that company made them feel like. If they worked them really hard and never showed them any appreciation, then that person will probably tell you that working for that company really sucked. However, if they worked for a company that showed them a lot of gratitude and made sure that they knew how much they valued them as an employee, then that person will tell you that they really enjoyed working there and that they think that is a great company.

For that reason, as a business owner you must make sure that your employees know that they are appreciated for what they do. It can take a lot of extra work to put forth that effort, but it will completely change the atmosphere of company. One way you can make this change is by offering some people custom awards that accent specific achievements they have done in the past. Also, if you are wanting to make sure that your SEO or boss knows that you appreciate him/her then check out some executive awards that can really make an impact.

What Do Awards Say?

2011-08-10T13:44:00.000-07:00

When an employee receives an executive award, an honor from someone much higher up in the company, they receive many messages at once. First and foremost, by receiving a business award they understand that their work is valued by the business, the congratulations of which only stands to benefit everyone. If it is a quality award, beautifully made, and out of the finest materials, they understand that their company values quality, not to mention class. If the materials are durable and lasting, like bronze or pewter, the employee understands that the awards is meant to be honored for a substantial time, because it is a substantial honor. They can better understand even the aesthetic taste of the company by the basic appearance of the award and the attractiveness of its design.

The final message that employees receive when corporate awards are presented to them is that executives have taken notice, the value of which should equal the award, if indeed the executives do want to acknowledge that they employee is on the right path. And if the award clearly represents value and honor, and a high degree of recognition from the heads of a company, the employee will likely be motivated to continue working hard until they have reached the same caliber of their superiors.

Companies like Bennett Awards can help executives find guidance in making their awards a success. Here, quality and satisfaction are both guarantees, with plenty of beautiful and valuable options and varieties of awards. Selecting, customizing, or even designing an award completely from scratch, are all made possible and affordable. With these awards, you can make sure your recognition is saying the most accurate and effective messages for successful employees.

Why Corporate Recognition Awards?

2011-06-17T16:35:00.000-07:00

In our soft economy, when employees should arguably feel lucky to have a job in the first place, managers might wonder why they should bother with corporate achievement awards at all. Bob Nelson, best-selling author and expert in the field, explains that while money is important to employees, it is thoughtful recognition that really motivates them to perform at higher levels, which a unique award would certainly achieve.

In his book 1001 Ways to Reward Employees, Nelson explains that "part of the power of such rewards comes from the knowledge that someone took the time to notice the achievement, seek out the employee responsible, and personally deliver praise in a timely manner." Such recognition motivates employees to continue working at such admirable levels, knowing that it won't go unrecognized.

But how does a company or a manager go about such recognition, in an appropriate yet cost-effective manner? A basic plaque may be too insignificant, while an elaborate vacation or trip may not make sense for budgetary reasons. Nelson suggests that "managers need to think about what their employees need and what's important to them." An elegant awards trophy may be the perfect solution. For example, the unique trophies offered at Bennett Awards are actually intended to be sculptures, providing recognized employees not only with significant acknowledgment of their achievements, but with a beautiful and timeless piece of artwork as well. Considering that these recognition awards will probably end up being proudly displayed in the employee's home or office, they may just even end up motivating fellow co-workers as well.

Give Your Client an Award

2011-04-28T13:31:00.000-07:00

Want to win the heart of your clients? Give them an award. Reward them for being such a great company to work for and give them a specially made trophy. Everyone has heard of getting an award from your employer or maybe giving executive awards to people that are in charge of big decisions, but imagine how surprised they would be if you honored your clients with a one of a kind award that recognized them for a specific reason.

It's likely that just from reading the headline of this blog post you had already thought of a client that might deserve such an award. Perhaps there is a person that is particuarly great to work with and they always provide great answers and they work well with your team. Such a great partnership should be recognized and honored.

There is a lot of trophy info on the internet but at Bennett Awards they create a custom award that is specifically made for your purpose. They also offer unique trophies. These beautiful works of art are nothing like what you would find at your local hobby and trophy shop. The high quality workmanship is something that will last for years and years to come and you won't find these trophies stuck in someone's garage. They will be displayed in a place of honor both for their beauty and the excitement of being honored.

Employee Recognition

2011-03-29T11:18:00.001-07:00

Looking for a creative way to boost the morale of your employees? We've got a great idea for you to help keep their spirits up and a way to make the moment last for years!

Hosting a company wide event like a singing competition or a most creative musician contest is a great way to bring out all of the creative minds in your corporation. With today's technology, music is no longer limited to just those that can play an instrument. There are many ways people can create music without having to own or learn how to play a single note. Using something like an iPad or even playing a song and simply dancing or mouthing the words would be just as entertaining and it would include everyone in the event.

So after you've got everyone entered the final step is to enjoy the event and award a winner. The big moment is when you present the winners with unique trophies like the shown on the left. There are many places you can get some great custom trophy info and a quick search on the internet would reveal a lot of result, but we highly recommend Bennett Awards as a great place to buy truly unique trophies.

A fun, friendly contest is just one of the ways you can show some employee recognition at your place of business and with some great unique trophies you can make the moment last for years because these awards will be displayed for everyone to see.