EventPro Magazine Fall 2014 Fall 2014 | Page 10

Know Your Vendor Personalize Your Next Event By: Briana Von Elbe, Owner Footprint Promotional Advertising With all the logistical requirements of putting together a special event, sometimes the importance of promotional gifts are overlooked until the end of the planning when event planners make a quick decision about what type of gifts to give. Once you have chosen the gift you should place your order as early as possible. This will ensure the item will be available in the quantities you require and allow enough production and shipping time. Promotional products can be used to enhance a business’s brand awareness, but they also make an extraordinary way to say thank you to your guests at your wedding reception, baby shower, birthday, family reunion, graduation or other special occasion. Start by choosing a theme and include it throughout your event. There are a wide variety of themed special event items and unique gifts to help you come up with fun ideas. These promotional products have several uses during your celebration including invitations, directional signage, banners, and of course the gifts you give to your guests. Promotional gifts are an extraordinary way to say thank you to your guests. Promotional products can let your guests literally hold onto the memory of your event and are a great way to show your gratitude. Choosing the perfect personalized gifts can transform your occasion into a breathtaking and unforgettable event. www.LSZooDuluth.org (218) 730-4500 ext. 217 10