Corporate life is known to be fast-paced, with long hours filled with endless cups of coffee and back-to-back meetings. Amidst the packed schedules, it’s often easy to forget about self-care and pick up unhealthy habits. When a business actively ensures the well-being of the workforce, it leaves a lasting, positive impression. This is probably why portable water bottles are so popular choice in corporate gifting circles.  While this may seem like a conventional choice, reusable bottles continue to be some of our most popularly gifted items. Here are five reasons why we recommend including ..read more

Genesis Gifts has been curating impactful corporate gifts for businesses across the UAE for over thirty years. We specialise in conceptualising, sourcing, customising and delivering high-impact gifts that delight recipients and reflect positively on the business. This year, one of our top recommendations for unique gifting ideas is the much-loved smartwatch.  In a world that’s rapidly embracing technology in all aspects of life, the smartwatch and fitness band have quickly risen in popularity since they first emerged on our radars. They are the ideal choice for making a statement and esta ..read more

We live in the age of 24/7 connectivity, and much like the rest of the world, business professionals too are perpetually online, whether on mobile devices, laptops, or even smartwatches. However, these devices tend to run out of charge at intervals and require to be plugged in. This can be problematic when the user is on the move or doesn’t have access to a power socket. This is when power banks save the day.  These portable lifelines are compact enough to carry around, ensuring one is never disconnected. They also allow for multiple charges and can charge multiple devices simultaneously ..read more

In the world of corporate gifting, businesses are constantly on the lookout for unique and functional promotional items that add value to both the recipients and the brand. One often overlooked option, which is a workplace essential, is the humble lanyard.  While lanyards secure access cards that allow users entry into the corporate facility, they are also an excellent canvas for custom branding and effortlessly ensure greater market visibility for the brand. At Genesis Gifts, we highly recommend lanyards as corporate gifts, especially as additions to gift hampers and for promotional even ..read more

Businesses are continually seeking ideal corporate gifting items that address immediate needs while also allowing seamless branding opportunities, and that too within the established budget range. One such versatile item that ticks all the boxes is the ever-popular wireless charger.  Wireless charging technology has revolutionised how the modern workforce operates. Gone are the old constraints of having to be stationary to recharge, managing a mess of tangled, bulky wires, or the frantic search for viable power outlets; modern wireless charging devices have paved the way for convenient, p ..read more

According to recent surveys, employees worldwide are actively seeking employment with businesses that advocate and are committed to a sustainable philosophy. This evolving trend is making an impact in the United Area Emirates as well.  With growing environmental awareness, corporates must align their operations and their corporate gifting strategies with a comprehensive sustainable action plan. Keeping this in mind, Genesis Gifts is kicking off the new year with Eco Sustain, our new brand of sustainable products exclusively designed to address this very change.  GOING GREEN THE ECO S ..read more

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a global business hub, attracting people from across the world. It is a modern melting pot of Arabian values intertwined with diverse multicultural influences. In this dynamic setting, mastering cross-cultural etiquette, particularly in the context of corporate gift-giving, is key to successful business interactions. This undertaking involves navigating local traditions (social and religious), while being aware of global trends. RESPECTING LOCAL SENSITIVITIES Corporate gifting is not just a simple exchange of gift items; it serves as an avenue for building suc ..read more

During periods of crisis, be it natural disasters, global conflicts, economic recession, or something as unprecedented as a global pandemic, businesses shoulder the additional responsibility of extending care and support to their staff and stakeholders while also maintaining focus on the successful functioning of the business.  Corporate gifting can play a significant role in such a scenario. Through thoughtful and strategic execution, gifting can be a corporate’s avenue to uplift overall morale and inject hope and stability into proceedings. ADDRESS THE SITUATION During a crisis, busines ..read more

The 2020 global pandemic drastically changed how the world functions and how business is conducted. It left a lasting impact on work culture, economic policies, and engagement strategies. Amidst this upheaval, the practice of corporate gifting underwent an evolution too. Corporate gifting took on a deeper meaning as an effective method of fostering connections, nurturing wellness and celebrating resilience, both within the workforce and with business partners during a time of lockdowns, limitations and physical distance.  Despite, or perhaps because of these challenges, the gifting indust ..read more

One of the key factors for a thriving business in the modern economic landscape is building strong and loyal relationships with employees, business partners and clients. Not only does this create a positive working environment, but it also improves productivity, helps create new and lasting business opportunities, and ultimately boosts the bottom line.  An effective approach to achieving this is by designing a thoughtful and innovative corporate gifting strategy that demonstrates both the firm’s gratitude for the recipients as well as the brand’s core values. But maximising the impact of ..read more