“Without each one of the Staples / Marke team, our go live launch date would not have been possible. The team showed true dedication and determination. The time and effort put in was just amazing. The professionalism and the endless hours spent was impressive.
It feels good to operate with a team that is so self-reliant and motivated and who, despite having a busy schedule, made the project look easy. The amount of effort that the team put into the job to complete it was tremendous. The energy levels and the sincerity which was displayed were exemplary. You not only motivate others but also push them to give their all at work. I am so blessed to have been able to work with all of you.”
“We work closely with Marke Creative due to their expert local market knowledge and flexibility to react to local market conditions, giving us an advantage to offer a market-specific range while reacting to any potential issues effectively for our dealers and end-customers. The Marke Creative team represent many of our core values: by challenging the norm and continually offering a range that excites and ignites the brand passion. Having worked with Marke Creative for a number of years, the team’s passion for what they do shows through in everything they do.“
“My experience with Marke Creative representatives is that they always go above and beyond. Communication is great. If something is out of stock, or the lead time may take longer than average, they always source a great alternative for me. The team are very knowledgeable about their products. In light of this, I have found that the quality of the products has been superb.”
“We were particularly impressed by the level of commitment and professionalism that characterises the organisational culture at Marke Creative. We also recognise and admire Marke Creative’s passion for sustainability which was the theme of our event.”
“Your support, ideas, thinking and can-do attitude enabled us to develop a sustainable solution our exec team were happy to stand behind and also one we could use across our 3000 convenience store estate.”
Grow your brand: promotional products that you can plant!
Feb 11, 2020
According to Business Insider, houseplant sales have almost doubled to $1.7 billion during the last 3 years, with millennials even being prepared to pay up to $200.
So, what has caused this spike in sales?
Millennials are increasingly turning to nature, together with their affinity for wellness. Social media is another factor that has driven trends in wellness. Millennials are also having children later in life, and plants are becoming the new pets. As the wellness movement continues to rise, it’s no surprise that more people are spending on health and wellness – with gym memberships, organic food and spa treatments.
You can tap into trends by giving your customers or employees products that can be planted to help promote positivity and wellness. This can even encourage them to take up gardening or to keep up with it, as the practice has many positive effects on the mind and body – especially if you’re stressed. Perhaps mindfulness and wellbeing in the office can be practiced by making use of your office garden, or maybe it’s time to install one?
What creative products does Marke recommend?
One of our most popular products used for gifts and giveaways is the seed pencil. This isn’t your ordinary pencil – it can be planted after use! Every time your customer uses the pencil, plants the pencil, or watches it grow, they’ll think of your brand, so why not use this imaginative and creative way of capturing their attention?
Planting your pencil instead of throwing it away gives this promo product and your brand a new lease of life, reducing waste. Seed options to choose from include herbs, vegetables, or flowers. Marke’s personal favourites are Forget-Me-Nots – so your brand won’t be forgotten!
How to use your promotional pencil
Write and draw as you wish until the end of the pencil remains
Plant your pencil upside down and observe it spring to life
It’s as easy as that!
Promotional products that can be grown don’t stop at seed pencils. We also have seed coasters that can be planted after use and promotional seed sticks which make great giveaways at events.
Browse our eco-friendly creative merchandise solutions here and get in touch with us at hiya@markecreative.com to discuss your options!
If you are looking to make a sustainable impression, contact us to see how we can help.
