Our team had the joy of meeting so many of the attendees, from new faces longtime clients we were thrilled to reconnect with. Hearing what’s working, what’s changing, and what you need next is exactly why we attend, and this year delivered in every way.
Across all those conversations, three premiums rose to the top as the clear standouts—the ones attendees kept coming back to touch, ask about, and imagine in their next campaign. Here’s a look at the hottest items of 2026 based on real feedback from the booth.
1. Custom Printed Puzzles- These were the surprise hit of the show—and honestly, we get it. Puzzles are the perfect blend of tactile engagement and emotional payoff.
• Front-end marketing: Small-format puzzles make a clever, mailable teaser that sparks curiosity and interaction.
• Back-end gifts: Larger puzzles feel substantial and meaningful, ideal for donor stewardship or milestone recognition.
• Full-color printing: Your artwork becomes the centerpiece, and recipients get a fun activity plus that satisfying sense of accomplishment when they finish.
2. Custom-Shaped Tech Stickers- Tech stickers were buzzing nonstop at the booth. They’re simple, inexpensive, and wildly versatile—exactly what acquisition teams crave.
• Full-color, custom shapes: Perfect for branding, mascots, icons, or campaign themes.
•Multi-use: Laptops, tablets, water bottles, notebooks—your message travels everywhere.
• Easy mailing: Add them to a postcard or slip them into a letter for a lightweight, high-impact touch.
3. Custom Die-Cut Ornaments- End-of-year campaigns always need something special—and ornaments continue to be a donor favorite.
• Beautifully die-cut: Shapes that match your mission, your story, or your holiday theme.
• Keepsake value: Donors display them year after year, keeping your organization top of mind.
• Still time for 2026 mailings: Production windows are open, but they fill quickly. If ornaments are on your radar, now’s the moment to get started.
We loved getting to talk with everyone, hear what you’re planning, and understand what you need to make your campaigns shine. Here’s to a strong finish to 2026—and to all the new things we’ll build together in 2027.
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