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On asking RV Harbor about how do they feel after winning the prize, this is what they wrote:

“RV Harbor is thrilled to have won the Promo Direct re-Green Contest.  Our entire staff worked together to come up with the ideas to submit, and we are all glad that we were chosen from the 52 participants.  We really do hope that we inspire other companies to try out at least one or two of the ideas.  Every little bit helps when it comes to our environment, and it is easier than people think to make a difference at the workplace.  Our thanks to Promo Direct for hosting a contest that focuses on being “Green” at the office.  We also thank Promo Direct for having some great products that are recycled, organic, and biodegradable.  We have actually ordered the tote bags that Promo Direct offers to give to new customers and to help spread the word about being environmentally friendly.  The prize of these pens will be an excellent addition to the tote bag we give away and we are proud to have tried our best to make a difference. Thanks again to Promo Direct!“

We would like to congratulate RV Harbor for their efforts and the idea they submitted in our re-Green contest. The contest received lots of responses, and fast became a buzz word in the promo product industry. There were some brilliant suggestions from you guys! Our panel of judges considered all of them and then narrowed down to a list of two finalists.  The winner was finally selected by the entire team after several deliberations.

When every day is soaked in cheer and snow,
Merriment and joy abound,
Wish your employees and clients twice around
Once for X’mas and then New Year’s too,
Through promotional gifts that speak for you

I am super excited! Its my favorite time of the year, when business and pleasure comfortably blend and I get to wish all my favorite people, including you and everyone else a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Nah! … A MERRRRRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPPPPY NEW YEAR!

We will be finally stepping into 2011 but not before thanking all those lovely people who made 2010 such a delightful year. I plan to say my thank yous in this way. After a year-long saga of business tips, why refrain from doling out some more?

December is the season for gifts and gifting but instead of the usual run-of-the-mill gifting ideas, why not try something new? Your promotional gifts can be as cheerful as you this year-end. Here’s how.

Cards are passé, promotional calendars are in!
Instead of giving out paper greeting cards, opt for creative ways to let your greetings linger even though the year won’t. Customize promotional calendars with your greetings and hand them out to your clients or employees.
My tip: You can customize your promotional calendars with photos of employees and one liners that make them unique in your office.

Sweeten your wishes
Promotional chocolates as business gifts won’t come as a real surprise to your clients or employees but imagine the looks on their faces when they see their name imprinted on the chocolates they receive preceded by a ‘thank you’? Make the ‘custom’ in your custom promotional chocolates creative and you’ll be rewarded with a smile.

Talk through a theme
Gift promotional shirts in red to your employees and ask them to wear it on X’mas. These promotional shirts will be perceived as thoughtful gifts that promote camaraderie rather promotional gifts.

Lastly, can business ideas ever leave out business? Introduce special year-end discounts or offers for your customers and gift yourself the assurance that they will be waiting for you in 2011.

To view a large variety of  promotional products for Christmas & New Year Promotion, please visit our website at www.promodirect.com