by BRND | May 28, 2025 | Gift & Merch Ideas, Industries, Medical, Strategy & Inspiration, Team & Culture
In 2025, the bar is higher than ever. Patients expect more. Staff expect better. And the old-school stress balls and cheap pens? They just don’t cut it anymore. Whether you’re welcoming new patients, thanking staff, or sending post-op care items, the right...
by BRND | May 28, 2025 | Gift & Merch Ideas, Industries, Medical, Non-Profits, Strategy & Inspiration, Team & Culture
Let’s be blunt—most staff appreciation merch is forgettable. A scratchy T-shirt. A stress ball. Maybe a tote bag that never leaves the backseat. But if you want to actually show your team you value them, you need to level up. Because here’s the truth: your staff can...
by BRND | May 28, 2025 | Gift & Merch Ideas, Industries, Medical, Strategy & Inspiration, Team & Culture
They’re everywhere—on desks, in cars, in tote bags. Branded water bottles have become the go-to merch item for businesses of all kinds. But if you run a medical office, you might be wondering: are custom water bottles actually worth it for your brand? Short answer:...
by BRND | May 22, 2025 | Christian Schools, Churches & Ministries, Gift & Merch Ideas, Industries, Non-Profits, Schools, Strategy & Inspiration, Team & Culture
If you’ve ever handed a volunteer a pen with your logo on it and never seen then use it again, assuming it was relegated to the junk drawer… you’re not alone. The truth? Most volunteer swag feels like an afterthought. Cheap. Forgettable. Generic. But when you give...
by BRND | May 12, 2025 | Christian Schools, Gift & Merch Ideas, Strategy & Inspiration, Team & Culture
Letting students design your school’s merch can be a powerful way to boost engagement, increase buy-in, and create a sense of ownership—but it comes with a tension: fun vs. brand consistency. The Case for Student-Designed Merch Done right, student input leads to real...
by BRND | May 9, 2025 | Christian Schools, Gift & Merch Ideas, Team & Culture
If you want to encourage your teachers without spending a fortune, a survival kit is a great place to start. It’s simple, personal, and surprisingly effective. Here’s what we’ve seen included in kits that actually make teachers feel seen: 1. Coffee Gift Card A small...
