ETHOS Event Collective’s 4th Annual Holiday Gift Guide
- ethoseventco
- Oct 31
- 5 min read
Updated: Nov 10
Meaningful gifts that celebrate people, purpose, and community.
The holidays are more than a season of celebration. They are a time to show appreciation, strengthen relationships, and remind people that their work and partnership matter.
At ETHOS Event Collective, gifting is part of how we help brands build connection with purpose. Our Corporate Holiday Gift Guide brings together local products, artisan craftsmanship, and sustainable brands from the destinations we serve.
Each gift tells a story. A story of creativity, care, and community. From hand-poured candles to locally designed accessories, these are gifts that bring value and help strengthen professional relationships.
Why Corporate Gifting Still Matters
Corporate gifting has evolved. What once felt like an obligation is now a strategic way to build loyalty, recognition, and emotional connection.
According to a 2024 GiftSenda Customer Gifting Report, 82% of recipients develop a more favorable view of a brand after receiving a gift, and 66% remember that brand a year later. Gifting leaves a lasting impression because it connects emotion with experience, helping companies build relationships that stand out.
The right corporate gift can:
Reinforce your company’s values
Deepen relationships with clients and partners
Strengthen employee morale
Spark future collaboration
When chosen well, a gift becomes more than a box to unwrap and throw away. It becomes a reflection of your brand’s culture and attention to detail.
How ETHOS Curates Gifts with Purpose
At ETHOS, our gifting process follows Purposeful Planning™, our proprietary approach to designing experiences that align with your company’s goals and create measurable impact.
We begin by identifying what matters most to your organization: sustainability, community engagement, creativity, wellness or beyond. Then we select items that represent those values and showcase the local character of our destinations.
Our network includes:
Local artisans and small businesses bring authenticity and craftsmanship.
Women-owned and minority-owned brands that reflect inclusion and empowerment.
Eco-conscious companies that prioritize sustainability and responsible sourcing.
Social enterprises whose products directly fund community programs.
This process ensures your gifts do more than simply look good. They create a connection between your brand and the communities you serve.
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The 2025 ETHOS Corporate Holiday Gift Guide
A gift that carries purpose wherever it goes. Handcrafted by survivors of human trafficking through Rethreaded, this 45-liter duffel is both durable and meaningful. Made with high-quality reclaimed materials, it’s designed for travel, gym days, or weekend getaways. Every purchase supports job training and empowerment for women building new futures, making it a thoughtful choice for clients or team members on the move.
A touch of Caribbean artistry. Designed by award-winning artist Isy B, this locally made accessory bag blends island culture with modern style. It is functional, elegant, and meaningful — perfect for those who value design and craftsmanship.
Add some playfulness to your gifting. This Downtown Summerlin boutique supports local creators and imaginative design. The 3D Paint Backpack encourages creativity and family connection, a fun option for clients with children.
A modern gift for modern professionals. This Bluetooth-enabled diffuser lets users customize scents and schedules for stress relief and focus. Its sleek design captures South Florida’s commitment to wellness and innovation.
Hand-poured on the Monterey Peninsula, this beeswax candle fills the room with cozy fragrance and natural warmth. Crafted using sustainable ingredients, it’s a simple yet elevated way to brighten any home or office.
Toast to connection with these elegant glasses from a woman-owned Napa brand. Feast It Forward uses wine, food, and music to support charitable causes. Every toast becomes a reminder that generosity and celebration can go hand in hand.
A soft and sustainable gift with heart. Made from recycled materials, each plush supports Charlie’s Acres Farm Animal Sanctuary, funding care and education programs for rescued animals. Great for families, schools, or CSR-focused companies.
Bring people together with sweetness. This Orlando bakery, founded by women, is known for indulgent, handcrafted cookies that spark joy. Ideal for team celebrations, client thank-you's, or corporate event favors.
Luxury with intention. Handcrafted in San Francisco, this ethically sourced ring from Waffles and Honey Jewelry combines modern elegance with artisan quality. A beautiful way to celebrate creativity and conscious design.
A taste of the South. This sampler includes small-batch honey varieties made through sustainable practices. Each purchase supports pollinator conservation and celebrates the beauty of Savannah’s local ecosystem.
End the year with sparkle. This locally curated set includes premium champagne and celebratory touches inspired by Naples’ coastal style. A sophisticated option for executive or milestone gifting.
Good for people, pets, and purpose. Every bag of these biscuits helps create jobs for people with different abilities through local programs. A simple and heartfelt gift for clients or employees who love animals.
Corporate Gifting Trends for 2025
The way companies approach gifting is shifting. For 2025, the strongest trends focus on personalization, sustainability, and emotional impact.
Locally Sourced Products – Businesses are moving away from mass-produced items in favor of unique regional gifts that tell a story.
Gifts That Give Back – Buyers prefer brands that contribute to social or environmental causes.
Wellness and Mindfulness – From diffusers to candles, gifts that promote balance and self-care are in demand.
Experience-Driven Gifting – Some companies blend physical items with digital experiences like tasting kits or team workshops.
Eco-Friendly Packaging – Sustainable wrapping and reusable containers add value and reduce waste.
By aligning your gifting strategy with these trends, you show clients and employees that your brand understands what people care about most.
How to Measure the ROI of Corporate Gifting
As a destination management company that helps clients measure their return on investment, we’ve seen firsthand how purposeful gifting can create measurable impact.
Here are a few ways to track success:
Client Retention: Monitor renewals or repeat contracts after gifting campaigns.
Employee Engagement: Survey your team about morale and recognition after receiving gifts.
Brand Awareness: Track social media mentions or posts that feature your gifts.
Community Impact: Measure donations, local vendor support, or sustainability metrics tied to your purchases.
When gifts are aligned with your business goals, they become both a relationship tool and a brand investment.
Planning Ahead for 2025
A successful gifting strategy starts early. Here are steps to make next year’s process seamless:
Start in Q3: Order and personalize early to avoid shipping delays and ensure local vendors can fulfill your requests.
Set a Budget by Category: Divide your gifting into tiers — internal team, clients, and executive — to maintain consistency.
Include Story Cards: Share information about the brand or nonprofit behind each product. It turns a simple item into a conversation piece.
Track Preferences: Keep notes on past gifts and reactions to personalize future selections.
Think Year-Round: Gifting does not have to be limited to December. Celebrate milestones, anniversaries, and events throughout the year.
Wrap Up the Season with Purposeful Gifting
At ETHOS Event Collective, we believe gifting should connect people, celebrate community, and reflect genuine appreciation.
Each product in our 2025 Corporate Holiday Gift Guide was chosen to make an impact for the people who curate it.
Whether you are planning a small team recognition program or a large-scale client campaign, ETHOS can help you craft gifts that inspire connection and strengthen your brand story.
Connect with our team for assistance in making this holiday season a time of purpose, partnership, and gratitude.