AppFolio believes in celebrating its employees with biannual events designed to bring their team together. For their summer event, they wanted a gift that was fun, interactive, and reflective of their values—encouraging activity, time with family, and meaningful experiences.
Bestowe Gifting designed a custom pickleball gift set, complete with branded paddles, gear, and a unique at-home treat. The response was overwhelmingly positive, leading to an additional order of 100+ more gift sets after the initial batch.
AppFolio is a forward-thinking company that prioritizes team engagement and employee appreciation. With a love for outdoor activities, family time, and sustainability, their gifts are always thoughtful and experience-driven. They also take a minimalist approach to packaging, choosing to invest in the quality of the products inside the box rather than excessive materials, aligning with their commitment to eco-conscious gifting.
For their summer employee event, they wanted a gift that would encourage play, movement, and shared experiences, while still being practical and fun.
The Challenge: Designing a Memorable, Sustainable, and Engaging Gift for Employees
• Encourage Activity & Connection: The gift needed to promote outdoor fun and engagement for employees and their families.
• Sustainability & Functionality: The focus was on high-quality, reusable items rather than unnecessary packaging.
• Memorable & Custom-Tailored: The gift should feel personalized and special, rather than a generic corporate giveaway.
Bestowe’s Solution: A Custom Pickleball Set That Encourages Outdoor Fun and Connection
✔ A Custom-Designed Pickleball Paddle – Uniquely branded for AppFolio (with an extra charge for the custom design).
✔ A Branded Hat – Stylish and functional for outdoor play.
✔ Pickleball Balls – Completing the set for a ready-to-play experience.
✔ An Individual Popcorn Popper & Gourmet Kernels – A fun, unexpected treat to enjoy at home.
Results & Impact: Boosting Employee Engagement with Thoughtful, Long-Lasting Gifts
The gift set was a huge hit, with employees raving about their pickleball gear and the fun, thoughtful extras included. The overwhelming enthusiasm led to an additional order of over 100 more gifts after the initial shipment.
By investing in the products themselves rather than extravagant packaging, AppFolio reinforced its commitment to sustainability while elevating the gifting experience. Employees walked away with gifts they could use long after the event, ensuring the brand’s appreciation was felt beyond a single moment.
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Looking for thoughtful, experience-driven gifts that employees will love? Let’s create something memorable, sustainable, and fun together. Contact Bestowe Gifting today to get started!
