Promotional Items Archives - Thysse

A Legendary Moo-sician Takes the Stage

Katie Sabalones — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 19:07:29 +0000

For Dairyland Electrical Industries, innovation isn’t just part of the job—it’s the heartbeat of their brand. From product development to community outreach, they take pride in crafting smart, meaningful solutions that leave a lasting impact.So when it comes to their annual customer conference, they bring that same spirit to every detail—including a beloved promotional giveaway that’s become a tradition: the Dairyland cow.Each year, attendees eagerly anticipate the next collectible cow character, a quirky-yet-endearing desk companion that’s earned near-mascot status among fans. For 2024’s Nashville-themed event, the concept came naturally: a country crooner named Cowly Parton.The challenge? Turning that creative concept …

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Fresh Thinking, Simple Shipping: A custom promo item that traveled light and left a lasting impression

Rachel Jerabek — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0000

When your offline communications are mailed, every ounce matters. One client came to us looking for a creative, custom giveaway that would make a big impression without adding weight to their envelope—or to their budget. They were preparing for a high-profile annual event and needed something fun and attention-grabbing that would keep their brand top-of-mind in the weeks leading up to it. The answer? A little something that smelled like success. Create a branded giveaway that could be mailed in a standard envelope, deliver real engagement, and reflect the brand’s personality—without sacrificing cost-efficiency.This wasn’t just about sending something clever. It …

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Friendship in Every Bead: A campus giveaway that did more than dazzle

Rachel Jerabek — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 15:41:14 +0000

At Thysse, promotional items aren’t just products—they’re tools for building connection. When a university marketing team came to us with a very specific request—a branded take on Swiftie–inspired friendship bracelets—we saw an opportunity to turn a trending idea into a meaningful student experience. The team needed a custom giveaway for an upcoming orientation event—something instantly recognizable, culturally relevant, and packed with school spirit.The bracelets had to be affordable at scale, easy to distribute, and fun enough to spark conversation among students meeting for the first time. Tina Mowrey, Business Development Manager in Promotional Items and a 30-year veteran in branded …

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Thanking VIP Donors With Custom Gift Boxes

Rachel Jerabek — Wed, 22 May 2024 15:38:56 +0000

At Marquette University, National Marquette Day is a big deal. It's a celebration of the values that unite the alums and students, and an opportunity to help keep the doors to many programs open to future students. The University approached Thysse with a vision for a way to thank their biggest supporters with a special gift. Their Design and Procurement teams created or sourced most of the elements needed to execute their vision, but needed a partner to help fill in a few gaps. Thysse's partner-centric approach made the conversation easy and the project outcome a success. Higher Education …

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A Gift of Caring: Taking Time to Appreciate Those Who Continually Put Others Before Themselves

Rachel Jerabek — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 17:42:26 +0000

Agrace approached Thysse with an opportunity for a brand new project: a custom gift box for all employees to recognize them for their dedication and contributions in 2020. From March to December, these team members faced enormous challenges in providing patient care and facilitating family communications, all while navigating a pandemic themselves. Agrace’s CEO, Lynne Sexten, wanted to express Agrace’s appreciation for employees’ perseverance and commitment to providing the best standard of care for Agrace patients. In mid-December, Thysse had the opportunity to sit down with Liz Kopling, Director of Marketing and Communications, to discuss the entire process and how …

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For Those that Go Above and Beyond: Elevated Gifts with a Personal Touch

Rachel Jerabek — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 17:42:12 +0000

Thysse’s promo team was tasked with offering bundled gift box options at several price points for consideration. Each included a thematic approach, to cultivate the client’s desired gift experience. The bundles were all-inclusive of shipping, packaging, imprinting, and item costs—alleviating confusion in the billing process. Providing a start-to-finish gifting approach for this brand, outlining lead times, shipping considerations, order minimums, and quality control, Thysse was able to produce completely custom boxes for this brand, and delivered them personally to all recipients. Each box was printed in full color with custom artwork that showcased the recipient’s name for an added personal …

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