13 Awesome Corporate Gift Bag Ideas

On the lookout for corporate gift bag ideas to make your guests feel welcome at an upcoming event? Then you’ve come to the right place. Ahead, we’ll discuss some helpful and modern corporate gift bag ideas. These will put a contemporary twist on tired gift bag ideas while still preserving your brand image and event purpose.

And let’s not forget, Peerspace is the go-to platform for booking incredible corporate event venues. As the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, you can find a stunning event space near you that suits your budget and business style. For that reason, we’ll include information on some of our most stunning event venues from across the country along with our gift bag ideas.

By the end of this article, you’ll not only have superb corporate gift bag ideas but a venue or two in mind to host your next corporate event!

What’s the etiquette with corporate gift bag ideas?

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Before we get to the gift bag ideas, let’s first address the etiquette involved with corporate events and gift bags. Gift bags are a great opportunity to show off your company’s values and give your guests or employees something to take home and talk about. While gifts might seem obligatory at holiday parties, product launches, and other corporate events, they don’t have to be forgettable.

If your event is a multi-day affair, such as a retreat or conference, consider giving out your gift bags when your guests arrive, so they can make use of the items during the event. Also, keep your logos subtle — while your guests and employees may be happy to represent your company, no one wants to feel like a walking advertisement.

That said, take a look at these 13 fantastic corporate gift bag ideas to wow your guests and generate buzz about your company.

1. An unconventional bag

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Instead of a simple tote bag that will get tossed in a drawer and never used again, why not spend a little more on a reusable backpack or daypack? A branded backpack will allow your guests to show off your logo again and again, giving you a bigger return on your investment.

If you can partner with a local eco-conscious company to produce a bag that’s sustainably chic and has your logo on it, that’s a win-win! Plus, your guests will appreciate having a genuinely useful item to take home with them.

Remember that you can book an unconventional corporate event venue through Peerspace to match your unconventional bag! Austin-based companies may like to rent this indoor and outdoor event space in Zilker Park. It’s a total of 21,000 square feet and comprises several indoor rooms, a covered pavilion, and wide-open outdoor space.

There is plenty of seating for your guests as well as several corporate amenities like a stage, a projector, speakers, and a kitchen. With the help of Peerspace, you can delight your guests with an unconventional space that still delivers a memorable experience that boosts your brand.

Also check out these 20 creative swag bag ideas for more gift bag inspiration!

2. Reusable drink bottles and straws

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Another environmentally sound idea! Everyone’s bound to get thirsty at some point during your event. Reduce waste by giving your guests a reusable water bottle or KeepCup they can use throughout the event. In fact, a branded KeepCup will help people remember your company for months to come every time they refill their water bottle or order a drink at their local coffee shop. You can also get reusable branded straws to reduce your event’s plastic straw usage.

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3. Airplane-friendly personal items

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If your conference or event has out-of-state attendees, it may be a good idea to include some personal items in your gift bag to help them feel at home. How about an electric toothbrush from Quip or a bamboo toothbrush from WooBamboo? Earplugs and eye masks will help your guests stay well-rested, while hand sanitizer and lip balm will keep them feeling clean and comfortable.

Make sure that any toiletry items are in travel-sized containers that will pass through airport screenings so your guests can take unused items home instead of throwing them out.

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4. Portable power bank

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Everyone is working on the go these days, and quality power banks are hard to come by. Give your guests a branded USB power bank that will keep their phone charged for hours at a time. This thoughtful gift is handy for your guests and a smart marketing move on your part. After all, your guests will be mindful of your brand every time they charge their smartphones.

5. Cord tacos

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Cord tacos are the new DIY must-have travel item. These little pieces of leather or fabric fold up and snap together, keeping your earbuds and other cords from getting all tangled up. They come in a variety of designs and themes, including cord wontons and cord clams. Get one that fits with the branding of your company and keeps your guests happy on their daily commute.

6. Flash drives

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Want to give your guests documents to take home from your product launch? Don’t give them printed pages that they may toss into the recycling bin. Put your docs on a reusable thumb drive. If the information isn’t proprietary, include slides from any PowerPoint presentations or Keynote speeches so they can revisit them later.

Another option: include local travel tips, as well as links to popular sites and activities in the area for guests who might be visiting from out of town. By helping them create lasting memories in your city, it can help them create an emotional bond with your brand, which is priceless.

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7. Smartphone magnifier or projector

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Depending on your budget, consider a smartphone projector. These handy devices allow you to turn your smartphone into a wall projector at any time. They’re great for watching movies or giving on-the-go slideshow presentations. Alternatively, you could get a screen magnifier, which expands a smartphone screen to about the size of a tablet.

8. Grow-your-own plant kit

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If you’re going for an eco-friendly theme, include a grow-your-own plant kit. Modern Sprout sells kits for parsley, mint, chamomile, and other common herbs. These come in mason jars and are easy to set up and maintain. Their “self-watering” system means you don’t even have to remember to water them — just set them up and they’ll start to grow!

9. Virtual swag bags

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Virtual swag bags are a great option when you don’t have the space or budget for a lot of items. Instead of giving your guests a bag full of things to carry, a virtual swag bag can be as simple as an email or printed card with instructions for them to follow to redeem offers.

Design your own virtual bag or purchase prearranged packages. Your digital swag bag can include ebooks, gift cards, service subscriptions, and other online tools and services. This is definitely one of the most inventive corporate gift bag ideas out there and can suit any brand.

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10. Mini wine box

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Wine is a perfect swag-bag gift, except that full-sized wine bottles are bulky and fragile, and small plastic bottles can appear cheap. Vinebox offers wine and chocolate pairings with wine packaged in vials that look like classy, elegant test tubes. Include a box in your swag bag and your guests can leave with several glasses of wine that won’t break or spill in transit.

Opt to book a winery through Peerspace for your corporate event to make this gift bag idea that much easier. For instance, this vineyard event space in St. Helena, CA teams up with the best chefs in Napa Valley to create the perfect wine pairing for your event. This is an idea that works for any type of business as well, as long as your target audience is over 21, of course!

Here are more wine-themed party ideas to delight your guests!

11. Free headshots

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Photobooths are fun, but why not hire an on-site headshot photographer? If your event is for students, freelancers, or people in the entertainment industry, your gift bag can include a note offering them free headshots during the event. That way, they can leave the event with something that will help them in their job search or improve their career prospects.

You can even rent a location on Peerspace that includes studio equipment so you have a variety of backdrops to choose from. For instance, Orange County locals may want to rent this gorgeous natural light headshot studio in Newport Beach, CA. The studio is chock full of backdrops and props for your use and has an abundance of natural light for picture-perfect headshots.

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12. VR cardboard

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You don’t need fancy headsets to give your guests a virtual reality experience. Give out Google Cardboard headsets that guests can use with their smartphones, and you can make any presentation or product launch a multi-dimensional one. Google Cardboard comes in an array of creative designs.

13. Inflatable hammock

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Show your employees you value their downtime by providing them with an inflatable hammock from WindPouch. These hammocks self-inflate without a pump, and they fold up for easy transport to the park or beach — they’re perfect for picnics and outdoor movie screenings. Your guests can also use the hammock simply for lounging around after the conference is over.

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Corporate gift bag ideas pair best with a Peerspace venue

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Assembling gift bags doesn’t have to feel like a chore, especially once you start thinking outside of the box — or bag, in this case. You’ll be surprised at how many unconventional ideas you can come up with.

We hope these 13 corporate gift bag ideas make your guests and/or employees ecstatic. Pair one or more of these with a dream Peerspace venue to make creating an event as easy as possible.

After all, by using Peerspace, you can find classic corporate event spaces as well as more unique options. While the choice is yours, one thing is for sure. You will create a corporate event that will wow your guests and leaves them with a lasting positive impression.

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