One of the most powerful ways to show appreciation this upcoming holiday season (or really any time) is through thoughtful gifting. In the corporate world, it strengthens relationships, enhances brand image and boosts morale.
The promotional products industry has been seeing a rising demand for sustainable and personalized items. These items aren’t just swag—they’re a way to show you care, for your customers, the planet, and the people who make it all happen.
That’s win-win! Let’s dive into why these are worth the hype…
Why Choose Sustainable Corporate Gifts?
The growing emphasis on sustainability in society overall is helping shift corporate gifting trends. More and more people are paying attention to how companies and products impact the environment and people, and they value transparency when it comes to sourcing information and certifications that show these products meet high eco-friendly, people-friendly standards.
When companies choose sustainable corporate gifts, it shows their end users that they’ve embraced these values too. It gives both the companies and their gift recipients the feeling of satisfaction in doing good and participating in the care of the world around them. Positive brand association and memorable impact are by-products.
Storm Creek products align perfectly with any company’s corporate sustainability goals. We’re absolutely dedicated to eco-friendly practices like:
- Using rPETs (recycled plastics) to make some of the softest, most versatile fabrics
- Leveraging new bamboo rayon and organic cotton technologies that are sustainable in every stage of production
- Filling our outerwear with innovative technologies like down-like insulation made from recycled materials for toasty, eco-friendly warmth
- Saying no to harmful chemicals and yes to safe working environments along the supply chain
The Power of Personalization
Personalized gifts stand out in a crowded marketplace that overflows with generic, one-size-fits-all items. They leave a longer lasting impression on recipients, reinforcing brand identity in ways advertising can’t touch. And they tend to boost engagement with and loyalty to that brand.
ASI’s 2023 Ad Impressions Study shows that outerwear and performance wear rank in the top five of the most influential promo products for both men and women in every age category, from 18 to 98. Add personalization to those products, and you’ve got high-value gifts that people actually want to and will wear.
Not only does that increase the givers’ benefits (high-value items aren’t forgotten in the back of a drawer or closet), but it doubles back on even more sustainability (high-value items don’t get thrown away—no “brandfill”).
Storm Creek makes it easy to personalize with customization options like:
- Decorating: Use one of several decorating options like embroidery, screen printing, patchwork and heat transfer. Our high-quality garments are suitable for any of these methods.
- Decorator Network: Partner with our trusted network for top-notch branding on every product. We don’t decorate ourselves, but we trust these businesses that do. We’ll even ship directly to them at no extra cost.
- Total Custom: For ultimate in personalization, consider custom zipper pulls and colors, color blocking, neck labels, printed linings, placket tapings and loop labels. (Minimum quantities and timelines apply)
Bottom line: Storm Creek helps make your promo apparel truly unique.
The Storm Creek Advantage
Working with Storm Creek for branded and personalized gifts ensures that premium quality meets functionality.
The fabrics, insulations and accessories we use in our garments aren’t just eco-friendly. They’re extremely durable wear after wear, year after year. We give high attention to the right fit for men and women and add just the right amount of stretch to offer easy performance for any activity. And we stay on top of the trends, so our promo apparel is always stylish, not last-decade or even last-year.
Whether it’s in the office or on the golf course, on the hiking trail or at the local diner, our apparel is functional with a capital F. That means companies who gift Storm Creek apparel don’t just offer another piece of swag. They gift items their end users actually want to wear in their everyday lives.
How to Choose the Right Corporate Gift
You can help your customers choose the right corporate gift to match their preferences. Here are just a few examples:
- For the Office Freeze Baby—No matter where the AC is set, freeze babies can stay cozy with our branded fleece jackets, pullovers and vests. Check out our new Fireside Fleece Quarter Zip, best-selling Traveler Vest or Sidekick line. There’s no reason not to stay toasty.
- For(e) the One Who Loves the Game—We have polos and vests that are stylish and functional on the course or in the board room. All look great with a company logo. The Unwinder and Optimist are just two of our polos. Layer one with our new Tiebreaker II Vest for extra pizzazz and function.
- For the One Who Needs a Break—You won’t find performance wear that’s more comfy than ours, from the fabrics to the fit to the stretch. Our new Comfort Zone line outdoes them all in the coziness department.
- For the Outdoor Lover—We have branded softshell jackets and vests perfect for the trail, festival or outing. Our Trailblazer and Guardian softshell lines protect from the elements while allowing no-barrier performance.
Make Every Gift Memorable with Storm Creek
You can be confident that—no matter the choice of Storm Creek promotional apparel—each garment checks the boxes of sustainability, personalization, quality and utility. They become tools for memorable branding and to create experiences that resonate with those who receive them.
Take a look through our 2025 Catalog for our newest styles and colors. Then browse through the product pages on our website for all the details. Your sales rep is ready to help you choose and completely personalize your order to make every gift memorable. If you haven’t ordered from us before, it’s easy to apply to become a Storm Creek Distributor Customer.
