If you want to give meaningful employee appreciation gifts without corporate branding (and we promise! your employees don't want another YETI mug with the company logo on it!), here are a few thoughtful ideas.

We love these ideas because they're truly enjoyable and memorable, while also supporting small local businesses and the regional economy. These gifts share the love with your employees while also spreading the love around Washington state - such a win win! 

Did you know that 71% of people would prefer to receive a useful, high quality gift without a logo rather than an item that is branded? read more about that here.

1. Gourmet local snacks & treats
2. Unique culinary items
3. Coffee and creative pairings
4. Candles and luxurious self care goodies
5. Gift card to local restaurants

1. Gourmet local snacks & treats

Everyone loves snacks, and we all agree it's fun to try new snacks. That's probably why a big tote bursting with small batch locally made snacks is one of our best selling gift collections! Pictured below is The Evergreen Tote ($120) which stuffed with classics like cherry pistachio trail mix, honey crisp apple chips, and fish jerky (this one in particular is an excellent conversation starter). We've also included local hot sauce, coffee, and more. 

You can also use our Build A Box page to hand pick your favorite snacks to create the perfect gift at any price point. Link to do that here >> 

2. Unique culinary items

Gifting a beautifully curated box filled with unique items to test out in the kitchen is the perfect interactive gift idea! The Tidal Box ($59), pictured below, features pure sea salt harvested from the Pacific, a tin of wild-caught coho salmon from the Pacific northwest that's lightly brined using a family recipe and gently cold-smoked. Last there's a cute kitchen towel with an oyster design. 

You can also browse our Build A Box page to find other culinary gems, like harissa, seasoned salt blends, are more! Link to do that here >> 

3. Coffee and creative pairings

Coffee is another excellent choice for an employee gift. So many of us drink it daily and enjoy trying out new locally roasted beans! The Coal Creek Box ($69) is bursting with coffee, hot sauce, soap, and sweets crafted by small makers, it's the perfect way to show you care and support small businesses at the same time!

4. Candles and luxurious self care goodies

Yet another great gift idea - a suite of self care goodies to help your employees relax and unwind. The Pacific Coast candle, included in the Spa Box ($62) pictured below, is a hybrid of cool rain, sea moss, jasmine and pine and will make any space feel cleaner and fresher. Pair that with artisanal local soaps, a bath soak, and more and you've got the perfect pampering package.

Or, shop around on Build A Box to select your favorite candle, spa products, and maybe even a little chocolate! Link to shop here >>

5. Gift card to local restaurants

A fun experiential gift, which is especially great if all your employees are in one locale, is a gift card to a local restaurant or cafe. If you're looking around in the Seattle area, this blog always dishes up great of-the-moment ideas for restaurants everyone's got to try!