Effective & Engaging Gift Cards For Clients

Digital gift cards for clients and customers simplify the process of showing appreciation to important people in your business network. They provide all the benefits of traditional gifting options, but in a simple, scalable, and digital process that fits nicely into your existing workflows.

"Digital gift cards get results," says Nat Salvione , Giftbit CCO. "Cash rewards aren't memorable. They lack the personal touch and the emotional connection that can make rewards truly impactful."

Specifically, it's a good idea to switch to digital gift cards for your corporate gifting programs if:

• You want to send rewards or incentives quickly.
• You want to send bulk gifts.
• You want to reduce costs and/or the environmental impact associated with physical production and shipping.
• Your have recipients spread across different locations and/or countries.
• You want to provide a simple redemption process.
• You want to personalize your messages for a more meaningful connection.
• You want to track and analyze your gifts for better insights.
• You want to offer a wide variety of brands to suit different preferences.

• You want to automate the distribution process to save time.
• You want a scalable solution that can grow with your business.

Ready to send digital corporate gifts but not sure where to get started? Here are some suggestions, based on what works for our clients.

Corporate gift ideas for clients and customers

Assuming you’re working with the right gift card distributor, you should be able to tailor your gifts to suit any occasion, making your gesture even more meaningful.

Then, depending on who you’re gifting and why, you can start to make choices about what types of gift cards and prepaid cards to send.

Here are some suggestions to make every gift feel special.

Holiday celebrations

During festive seasons like Christmas or New Year's, consider gift cards that add joy and convenience.

• Amazon.com gift cards: Let recipients choose something special for themselves or their loved ones.
• Starbucks gift cards: Perfect for enjoying a warm drink during the chilly season.
• Practical gas and grocery gift cards: Help them with essential expenses during the busy holiday period.
• Home décor stores: Help your clients spruce up their space for holiday gatherings with digital gift cards to retailers like Bed Bath & Beyond, Crate and Barrel, HomeGoods, Michaels, Pottery Barn, The Home Depot, Wayfair, Williams Sonoma, and/or Yankee Candle?.

Looking to reward your employees during the holidays? See here: Bulk Holiday Gifts For Employees

Welcoming new customers

Make a great first impression by offering options with built-in flexibility.

• Online retailers: Offer gift cards to popular online stores where they can find a variety of products, like Amazon, eBay, Etsy, Groupon, Instacart, and Poshmark.
• Food delivery: Gift cards to DoorDash, Grubhub, and Uber Eats let them treat themselves to exactly what they want, while supporting local restaurants in the process.

Customer loyalty gifts

Reward loyal customers for their continued support.

• Dining experiences: Treat loyal customers to a night out, with gift cards to popular restaurants like Applebees, Chili’s, Chipotle, Earls, Five Guys, Original Joe’s, and Outback Steakhouse.
• Travel and leisure: Give airline, hotel, and other travel-related gift cards to help them plan a getaway.
• Charitable donations: Let them donate to a cause they care about with a charity gift card to CharityChoice and Charity On Top Foundation, Inc.

Special milestones

Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or significant achievements with personalized gifts.

• Spa and wellness centers: Encourage them to relax and rejuvenate.
• Bookstores: Barnes and Noble gift cards are great for avid readers or lifelong learners.
• Entertainment: Provide access to movies, music, or games for their enjoyment. Consider streaming services like Hulu and Paramount+, a retailer like Apple and Best Buy, and/or options like GameStop, PlayStation Store, and Xbox for the gamers on your list.

Project completion

From business owners to project managers and everyone else on the team, use digital client gifts to acknowledge the successful completion of a significant project or partnership.

• Coffee shop gift cards: Offer a well-deserved break after all that hard work with gift cards to tea and coffee brands like Dunkin’, Peet’s Coffee, and The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.
• Group experience gift cards: Encourage team building with virtual events or classes. Or send a digital Go Play Golf gift card so everyone can meet on the links.

How to choose the right corporate gift

Customizing your digital gift cards to the occasion can create a memorable experience for your clients and customers. That's why the Giftbit gift card platform makes it easy to send a gift card or prepaid card to one brand or to a curated list.

But if you can’t settle on one option, don’t worry.

You also have the option to give your recipients access to the entire, global rewards catalog, which is bursting with hundreds of the world’s most popular brands. It’s a simple way to ensure your recipients have a delightful experience, wherever they are.

It's easy to create a Giftbit account and start sending corporate gifts. There's no fees to sign up, and you'll never pay more than face value for your rewards.

To learn more about best practices for client gifts, see our complete guide here:

Gift Cards & Prepaid Cards For Clients And Customers: Easy Options To Build Relationships