10 Best Holiday Gifts for Business Partners

During the holidays, an essential group of stakeholders is often forgotten while everyone else receives gifts — business partners, including suppliers and vendors. Vendors and suppliers ensure business continuity by providing the materials you need to deliver quality products and services to your esteemed customers. At the same time, other business partners ensure business success by providing the resources and expertise needed to sustain and grow your company.

Gifting these stakeholders presents during the holidays is key to maintaining good relationships and solidifying alliances. Considering these business relationships are formed on mutual trust and respect, your choice of gifts must be high-quality and practical yet personal. Below, we share tips for giving holiday presents to business associates and the top 10 best gifts for business partners.

1. Executive Office Accessories

Do you want to end the year and start the new one while strongly etched into your partner’s mind? Send them a well-curated and personalized set of office accessories. Sending it on time means it’ll be among the last things they’ll see on their desk before they close for the holidays, and they will be glad to start the year with a new set of executive office supplies or accessories.

Office accessories boast many advantages when gifted as holiday gifts for vendors. They can be used all year, keeping your brand at the top of the giftee’s minds long after the gifting season. They’re also easy to customize and personalize, ensuring you impress your partners while still promoting your brand.

So, what are some executive office accessories and supplies worth gifting to your business partners?

• Writing set: The Moleskine® Branded Large Ruled Smart Writing Set is an innovative smart writing set that transforms handwritten notes into a downloadable digital copy.
• Promotional calendar: Instead of the oh-so-common paper planners, impress your partners with the Boa Wooden Laser Engraved Perpetual Promotional Calendar with unique date blocks that never expire.
• Off Site Promotional Kit: Let your business partners take your brand with them as they work away from home with this custom-branded promotional kit. It contains productivity tools, such as a wireless charging mouse pad, charging cables, sticky notes, screen cleaner and spray, a three-tier stationary set, and flags.
• Desk organizer: The Truman Custom Desk Organizer w/ Wireless Charging Station provides room for office stationery and a compartment to charge devices wirelessly.

2. Barware

Unique glassware or barware is a fun and functional gift that many clients will appreciate. They’re easy to personalize to the recipient’s tastes and preferences, making them memorable and key to strengthening business bonds.

To get it right when gifting barware, you must consider the recipient’s tastes and preferences. Know their favorite drinks and then gift them barware they can use as they enjoy their holidays. Here are some barware options for different types of business partners:

• Wine connoisseurs: Every wine enthusiast on your supplier or vendor list deserves ingenious tools and accessories that enhance the wine-drinking experience. A good example is the Stemless Red Wine Custom Glassware, with two elegant, imprinted wine glasses.
• Whiskey enthusiasts: Do you do business with a whiskey lover? Cement that relationship by gifting them personalized whiskey barware, such as the Ice Sphere Whiskey Custom Gift Set or the Whiskey Gift Set w/ Wooden Box. Both sets include two premium whiskey glasses and other accessories like piece ice cubes or molds and coasters.
• Coffee and tea aficionados: Coffee is among the most widely consumed drinks, and tea is equally popular. Impress a tea lover today with a Self Care Tea Custom Gift Set or make coffee drinking fashionable by gifting the Refresh and Go Promotional Gift Set, which includes a premium oversized tumbler, card and custom belt bag.

3. Travel Accessories

Airports are always buzzing with activity during the holidays. Help your business associates move in style by sending them long-lasting luxury travel accessories before the holidays. Consider the following options when gifting business partners a travel accessory for holiday vacations, weekend getaways and overnight trips:

• Custom computer backpack: The Warrior Custom Computer Backpack is a dream for business or personal travel. Its convertible design switches from a backpack to a briefcase with wheeled luggage compatibility and an internal organization system.
• Custom fold-up backpack: The Marco Polo Custom Fold-Up Backup features a water-repellent finish, multiple compartments and a hanging hook. It unzips flat and provides ample space to showcase your custom logo or corporate brand.
• Cooler backpack: Make dining outdoors blissful for your business partner and their friends or family by gifting them a Lakeside Picnic Set Custom Logo Cooler Backpack. This durable cooler backpack has a double-zippered main compartment, a large front pocket and an essential dining set for two.
• Sustainable tote bags: Help your business associates reduce their carbon footprint by gifting them reusable personalized tote bags that minimize their reliance on disposable plastic and paper options. The Custom Printed Hemp Cotton Tote Bag, the Recycled Cotton Custom Market Bag or the Basecamp Mt Dana Custom Camo Tote are all good options.

4. Tech Gadgets

Business partners will find technological devices and gadgets useful and helpful during and after the holidays. Gifting branded tech devices is a way to take your business worldwide as the recipients travel over the holidays and afterward. They can be imprinted with your company’s branding to increase brand awareness.

Pick tech devices that resonate most with your business associates based on what gadgets you see them using often. Some top options include:

• Charging stations: Wireless charging stations boast the convenience many business people yearn for. Today, they come with interesting bells and whistles, such as alarm clocks, Bluetooth speakers, sterilizer boxes, desk organizers and branded picture frames.
• Power banks: Make traveling during the holidays a breeze by equipping your favorite suppliers and vendors with custom-branded power banks they can use to power up their devices from anywhere. Some portable examples include the Aluminum Power Bank Custom Charger and the SCX Design® Rubber Custom Power Bank.
• Headphones, earbuds and speakers: Do you have a music-loving business associate? They’ll truly appreciate tech gadgets that enhance their listening experience, such as the Waterproof Outdoor Custom Bluetooth Speaker or the JBL® Spring Break Forever Experience Custom Gift Set.

5. Premium Snack and Dessert Gift Sets

Apart from the holidays, birthdays, milestone celebrations and finalized deals warrant sending thoughtful snack and dessert gift sets. These gifts leave a lasting impression because they’re associated with class and sophistication. You can also have fun with this gift idea, depending on who you plan to send the present to and your relationship with them.

For example, a box of decadent truffles is the perfect way to ring in the holidays, but you can also send out some yummy candy options your giftees might enjoy with their families. Make sure to double-check about allergies, and you can “wow” your partners and suppliers with delicious food gifts they’re sure to enjoy.

6. Spa Day Packages

A day spa package is a thoughtful gift that can remind your business associates to relax after a long year of hard work. You can choose to give individual or couple spa day packages so they can enjoy the pampering alongside their favorite people. A spa day voucher allows the recipients to choose the treatments they prefer from a wide range of options, including massage, manicure, pedicure, body scrubs and facials.

A day at the spa is a unique and memorable experience that will increase your business partners, suppliers, and vendors’ loyalty to you by making them feel valued. It shows that you truly care for their well-being, value the relationship and want to continue the partnership. Don’t forget to accompany the voucher with a personalized note to express your gratitude and reason for the gift.

An alternative to a spa getaway is an at-home spa kit that encourages them to indulge in self-care at home. The Custom Spa Kit Tote and the Getaway Custom Spa Kit With Wood Crate are two great options from ePromos.

7. Branded Kitchenware

Cooking is a major part of celebrating the holiday season. Many consider food an expression of gratitude and appreciation for loved ones. Business partners will appreciate branded kitchenware sets to help them create traditional holiday meals or prepare family recipes passed down generations. Customizing these holiday gifts for suppliers with your company logo and details will also make you popular among their guests.

Kitchenware helps the recipients make memories with people they hold near and dear, making them hold your brand in high regard and motivating them to continue working with you. So, what kinds of kitchenware make a lasting impression? Try:

• This 11-piece custom barbecue set, with its high-quality aluminum case containing essential barbecuing tools, helps your favorite supplier or vendor stand out at the next event.
• The La Cuisine Custom Nesting Snack Bowl Set consists of two natural acacia wood bowls perfect for serving salads or plating on a charcuterie board.
• The Marble & Bamboo Custom Cheese Cutting Board w/ Slicer helps recipients cut cheese slices without damaging countertops and doubles as a luxurious charcuterie board or serving tray.
• The Bambino Ergonomic Custom Pizza Cutter includes an easy-to-use stainless steel blade and bamboo cover that makes cutting clean pizza slices at home easy.

8. Custom Pet Packages

Do you have an animal lover on your supplier list? Impress them by gifting personalized pet accessories. Most pet parents will appreciate the extra thought that goes into curating packages for their furry friends. Custom pet accessory sets are perfect because they combine several small accessories, making for a practical and valued gift.

You can go the extra mile to customize these accessories with your brand details and the pet’s name and contact information to make the gift extra special. The ePromos custom pet accessory bag set includes a polyester bag that carries two collapsible food and water bowls and a detachable zip case for storing treats or waste bags.

9. High-end Leather Goods

Leather is a classic material that exudes elegance and sophistication and never goes out of style. High-end leather products come at a premium price point but truly capture the recipients’ attention and provide them with a gorgeous, functional gift.

Some examples of leather gifts for business associates during the holidays include:

• Toiletry bags: Leather toiletry bags are indispensable travel companions that offer recipients somewhere to pack all their grooming essentials.
• Wallets: There’s a wide variety of leather wallet options that suit different recipients, including traditional wallets, cardholders and cell phone wallets.
• Journal covers: Leather-covered journals that look stylish and classy, withstand regular use and are easy to maintain. At ePromos, we offer a variety of leather custom journals like the LEEMAN NYC® Tuscany Collection and the Recycled Leather Bound Custom JournalBook.

10. Sports Gear and Outdoor Equipment

Make sports fanatics feel seen and heard by gifting them custom sports products. These relay the message that you want them to have fun and acknowledge their lifestyle away from work, encouraging them to grow their love for their favorite games or sports.

For example, do you know a pickleball lover? Send them the Custom Pickleball Set w/ Logo Mesh Pouch that comes with comfort grips and a paddle ball. Do you have any golf players on your radar? Send them swag bags containing promotional golf gear, protective materials, coolers, golf balls and customized golf bags.

Even if your partners don’t participate in sports, you can still provide them with great outdoor items they can put to use during their time away from the office. If you know your recipient loves camping, for example, set them up with some practical outdoor gifts they can use on their next wilderness adventure. Leaning into your partners’ personal preferences and tastes and gifting them items that represent those is the perfect way to show your appreciation for them.

Get Premium Corporate Gifts for Business Partners From ePromos

Your business partners deserve the highest-quality and most useful gifts during the holidays and throughout the year. ePromos offers a full suite of promotional services and solutions that cater to different audiences, from trade show attendees and employees to business partners and clients. We have thousands of products available for you to browse.

We guarantee customer satisfaction with our logo design and artwork services. Our unique products are available worldwide with the option of business gift packaging and fulfillment to your exact specifications. Explore a wide selection of personalized corporate gifts for your business partners, or check out our education center to learn more about the best holiday gifts for vendors.