Top Gifts Ideas Your Employees Will Actually Use This Summer

Top Gift Ideas Your Employees Will Actually Use This Summer

Did you know giving gifts to your employees can help promote retention? It's true! Employees who feel appreciated and valued at their job are more likely to stick around.

No, we didn't say pizza party (though, who doesn't love pizza?).

Giving gifts to your employees, especially seasonally, is one of the best ways to show them your appreciation for them. Now, this appreciation is further received when the gift is something they can actually use in their everyday lives.

We aren't saying that the mugs, pens, and koozies aren't nice, but think of how many you can get elsewhere. If you walk into a networking event - BAM! Koozie.

Instead of repeating the same repertoire of employee gifts, why not mix it up?

Our Top Ten Recommendations for Summer Gifts for Employees

If you are going to invest in gifts for your team, why not choose something they will actually use? Here are our favorite summer gifts for employees!

Custom Embroidered Blankets & Towels

Sun's out, fun's out! Encourage your team to get outside and enjoy the fresh air and sunlight with our custom embroidered blankets and towels.

Port Authority Picnic Blanket

The Port Authority Picnic Blanket is an outdoor must! Made with polyester fleece, this blanket will enhance any outdoor trip.

The blanket is designed for life on-the-go with a built in carrying strap and zipper, for easy transport.

Your employees will thank you for this quality, easy to use, gift!

Port Authority Beach Towel

Even if you don't live near a beach, the Port Authority Beach Towel can be a perfect gift for your employees!

With an assortment of colors to choose from, your team will enjoy picnics, outdoor festivals, and a variety of water days with their custom embroidered towel.

Custom Embroidered Bags & Coolers

With so many activities to do, everyone is on-the-go this summer. Help your team keep organized and hydrated with our custom embroidered bags and coolers!

MERCER+METTLE Convertible Tote

The MERCER+METTLE Convertible Tote is just what your team needs as they are on-the-go, enjoying the outdoors. With the ability to be used as a tote or a backpack, you really get two gifts for the price of one!

With an incredible amount of space, this tote has plenty of options for use.

OGIO Chill -24 Can Cooler

The OGIO Chill -24 Can Cooler is perfect for barbecues and water days. This cooler is built for convenience. Unlike many cooler bags, the OGIO Can Cooler has a leak-proof lining, keeping you from winding up with icy water or spilled cans running down your back!

With an easy-clean lining and a zippered, insulated main compartment, your employees will be thanking you all year for this gift!

Port Authority Pocket Cinch Pack

The Port Authority Pocket Cinch Pack is a great choice for your employees who are traveling! Unlike most cinch packs, this one is made with denier polyester, giving it a durable base that is sure to last through all of their adventures.

With an assortment of colors to choose from, your employees can sport the company logo in style while having their choice of color!

Custom Embroidered Hats

What's better than sun protection and free marketing? Help keep your team protected from the sun with a custom embroidered hat!

'47 Brand Clean Up Cap

Everybody loves hats, but finding one that fits the whole team can be tricky. The '47 Brand Clean Up Cap is versatile! Its timeless and unisex design makes it perfect whether you are looking for a hat to include in a uniform or something for your employees to have while they are out and about.

LEGACY Cool Fit Booney

Bucket hats are back and the LEGACY Cool Fit Booney is coming in hot! With a built-in moisture-wicking sweatband and UPF 50+ your employees will be ready for the next company picnic, in style.

NIKE Dri-FIT Team Visor

The NIKE Dri-FIT Team Visor is a sleek, stylish visor perfect for a day on the water or on the golf course. Its lightweight design makes it ideal for everyday wear. While it can be worn year-round, the Dri-FIT sweatband helps keep your employees' skin cool and dry in the hotter months.

Available in an assortment of colors, your logo will shine in front, with the NIKE logo rocking the sides.

Carhartt Rugged Professional Series Cap

Let your team sport your logo along with the Carhartt brand with the Carhartt Rugged Professional Series Cap. Made from a cotton, polyester, and spandex, blend, this cap promotes comfort! The adjustable mesh back helps keep air flowing while ensuring your team can find their perfect fit.

Available in four neutral colors, these hats are sure to match with any logo!

Custom Embroidered Polo

For a more professional looking gift, give your team the gift of comfort with a custom embroidered polo - Dri-FIT preferred, it is summer after all!

NIKE Tech Sport Dri-FIT Polo

Perfect for a day on the golf course, in the office, or a combination of both, the NIKE Tech Sport Dri-FIT Polo will be appreciated by all. With NIKE's Dri-FIT technology, the polo wicks away sweat, keeping your employees cool and comfortable all day.

With a variety of colors and inclusize sizing options, you are sure to find the perfect polo to match your employees preferences and your branding!

Embrace the Heat with Custom Embroidered Gifts!

Employees gifts are important! We are dedicated to providing you with products that your employees will wear proudly and comfortably.

We know getting everyone in an office to agree on a style or color is pretty much impossible. Take advantage of our mix-and-match options to ensure that everyone has something they like.

Our no minimum order policy ensures that you don't have to buy more than your team needs. Have a team of 3? Cool, buy 3 hats! Need 3,000? Even better! We are here to serve you and your team.

Questions about our process or how it all works? Don't hesitate to reach out to us!

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About Jeff Taxdahl

With over 20 years’ experience in embroidery and business ownership, Thread Logic owners Jeff and Wenda Taxdahl, and the Thread Logic team, know what it takes to make custom logo embroidered apparel that people are proud to wear.