How to choose the perfect award for your corporate event

How to choose the perfect award for your corporate event

Choosing the right trophy for a corporate event involves more decisions than it might seem: the type of event, the shape of the piece, the material, the level of customisation and the available lead time are variables that are closely interrelated. This guide walks through each one so you can make every decision with the best possible criteria.

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Trophies for event sponsors: design that multiplies brand visibility

Trophies for event sponsors: design that multiplies brand visibility

Sponsorship in the awards industry is driven by concrete objectives. Brand visibility is the leading motivation for investment, followed by networking and lead generation. This article examines how custom trophies fit within those objectives, and what design decisions are relevant for event sponsors evaluating a recognition programme.

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ADI-FAD Delta 2026 Finalists: Our Award-Winning Trophies

ADI-FAD Delta 2026 Finalists: Our Award-Winning Trophies

In April 2026, the ADI-FAD —Association of Industrial Design of the Promotion of Arts and Design— announced the finalists for the Delta Awards 2026, the benchmark awards for industrial design in Spain. They recognise objects from sectors as varied as mobility, lighting, interior furnishing, packaging, construction materials and accessories. This year, our trophies were selected in the Accessories and tools category.

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Fake awards and trophy scams: how to spot them before it's too late

Fake awards and trophy scams: how to spot them before it's too late

Corporate awards scams are a growing problem across every sector, and they now operate through three distinct schemes. Here you will find how each one works, how to spot them before paying, and what a real recognition programme looks like.

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Trophy Marketing: Boosting Recognition and Organic Growth

Trophy Marketing: Boosting Recognition and Organic Growth

Trophy Marketing is not just about rewarding achievements — it is a powerful growth hacking tool. By presenting symbolic trophies, brands earn organic mentions and impressions on social media and in the press. These trophies serve as milestones that winners share with their community, amplifying brand visibility without the need for direct advertising investment. It is a strategy that drives organic virality, leveraging the enthusiasm of award recipients to generate free publicity and build deep emotional connections.

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Acrylic Trophies: UV Print Preparation Guide

Acrylic Trophies: UV Print Preparation Guide

Methacrylate or acrylic has established itself as one of the most versatile and elegant materials for manufacturing corporate trophies and personalized awards. At Sustain Awards, we design and manufacture acrylic trophies with crystalline transparency, durability, and professional print quality. However, designing for methacrylate requires specific technical knowledge that goes beyond traditional graphic design. UV printing on this material presents particularities that, if not taken into account, can compromise the final result of the project.

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The Trophy as a Brand Asset: What Your Award Actually Communicates

The Trophy as a Brand Asset: What Your Award Actually Communicates

The connection between award trophy design and brand perception is direct. When organisations invest in the visual identity of an awards programme — website, communications, event staging — the trophy is frequently treated as secondary. This article examines why that choice matters for brand recall, and how the physical piece that recipients keep communicates the values of the organisation long after the awards ceremony ends.

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International Trophy Shipping

International Trophy Shipping

Shipping custom trophies across borders is simpler than most event managers expect — if you work with the right partner. At Sustain Awards we ship personalised trophies and award plaques to any country in the world.

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Wooden Trophy Base: The Complete Guide to Design, Materials & Customisation

Wooden Trophy Base: The Complete Guide to Design, Materials & Customisation

A wooden trophy base is far more than a structural component — it is the foundation that gives any award its visual weight, perceived value, and lasting impression. Whether you are designing recognition pieces for an annual gala, a sales championship, or a long-service milestone, the choice of base material and construction directly shapes how recipients and audiences perceive the honour.

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Corporate Gift Ideas: The Art of Giving, From Employees to Executives

Corporate Gift Ideas: The Art of Giving, From Employees to Executives

Choosing the right corporate gift ideas is one of the most effective ways to reinforce company culture, celebrate milestones, and build lasting relationships with clients and staff alike. Whether you are planning an end-of-year recognition event or looking to reward exceptional performance, a well-chosen gift communicates appreciation far better than a bonus alone. 

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Customer Appreciation Gifts: 10 Award Ideas to Strengthen Business Relationships

Customer Appreciation Gifts: 10 Award Ideas to Strengthen Business Relationships

Customer appreciation gifts are one of the most effective tools a company can deploy to reinforce loyalty, deepen relationships, and communicate genuine gratitude to the clients who drive business growth. When executed thoughtfully, a well-chosen gift transforms a transactional relationship into a lasting partnership.

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Best Retirement Gifts for Women: Ideas to Honour Her Career

Best Retirement Gifts for Women: Ideas to Honour Her Career

Choosing the right retirement gifts for women is one of the most meaningful gestures a company or team can make when a colleague closes a professional chapter. Whether she has dedicated five years or three decades to the organisation, the farewell gift she receives will become a lasting symbol of that commitment.

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Business Gifts for Partners: Strategic Ideas That Strengthen Relationships

Business Gifts for Partners: Strategic Ideas That Strengthen Relationships

In today's competitive business environment, maintaining strong partner relationships is essential for sustainable growth. Business gifts are not just courtesy gestures — when planned strategically, they reinforce trust, celebrate collaboration, and drive long-term commercial alignment. 

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Employee Appreciation Quotes: How to Use Them Strategically at Work

Employee Appreciation Quotes: How to Use Them Strategically at Work

Employee appreciation quotes are more than decorative phrases for posters or intranet banners. When used intentionally, they become practical tools to reinforce culture, recognize performance, and strengthen engagement.

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Esports Trophy: How to Design Meaningful Recognition in Competitive Gaming

Esports Trophy: How to Design Meaningful Recognition in Competitive Gaming

An esports trophy is no longer a simple prize awarded at the end of a tournament. In today’s competitive gaming ecosystem, it represents prestige, brand positioning, and long-term recognition within a rapidly evolving industry.

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