Best Corporate Gift Ideas for Employees and Clients
Buying gifts for your team or a list of clients? I’d always rather spend that money with a small business here on the Coast. I’ve rounded up local corporate gift ideas for staff thank-yous and client gifts, from candles and handmade soaps to grazing boxes, plus what to ask before ordering in bulk for Christmas.
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By Roxane Pinault · Central Coast local
Corporate gift ideas for employees
Small gifts work well when you’re buying for a whole team. A candle or a small self-care set, with a handwritten note, can make a simple thank-you feel considered.
Haboo at Home
Named by locals · 1 mentionHaboo at Home makes candles, reed diffusers and room sprays on the Central Coast. For a team gift, you could pick one fragrance for everyone or mix scents so people can choose.
Iskah
Named by locals · 1 mentionLocally made soaps and tallow lip balms make compact thank-you gifts. Pair the two in a small bag, or tuck a soap into a hamper.
Corporate gift ideas for clients
Client gifts land best when they feel personal. Add a card that says something specific about working with each person.
Bowerbird Recycling, Gosford
Named by locals · 1 mentionBowerbird’s Gosford shop is a place to browse for homewares and handmade finds. It’s a good option if you’re choosing gifts individually and want something a little different for each client.
Corporate gift hampers on the Central Coast
For a branded hamper, ask whether the business can include a card, gift tag or sleeve with your logo. Check minimum quantities, lead times and delivery fees when requesting a quote.
Love Her Gift Boxes
Named by locals · 1 mentionLove Her Gift Boxes puts together ready-to-give hampers, including its Love Her Luxe box. For a larger order, ask what they can do within your per-box budget.
Bam Vino, Erina Heights
Named by locals · 1 mentionBam Vino’s Erina Heights deli makes the Brie Mine Grazing Box ($55) and the Bam Favs hamper ($120), which includes olive oil, tea, chocolate and savoury snacks. The deli takes bulk orders and can swap items in its hampers.
What to ask before ordering corporate Christmas gifts in bulk
- Can you make the quantity I need within my budget per gift?
- Does the quote include packaging, personalisation and delivery?
- When do you need my order confirmed, plus any artwork or names, to meet my deadline?
- Can I see a sample or artwork proof before the full order goes ahead?
Corporate gifting FAQs
How much should I spend per gift?
Start with your total budget and divide it by the number of people you’re buying for. Allow for cards, packaging and delivery before you settle on a per-gift budget.
How far ahead should I order for Christmas?
Start getting quotes as soon as you know roughly how many gifts you’ll need. Each maker sets their own Christmas cut-off. If you want names or logos on the gifts, get that date before placing your order so you have time to approve the artwork.
Can Central Coast businesses deliver gifts across Australia?
Delivery depends on the business and what’s in the gift. If you’re sending to multiple addresses, ask for a quote by postcode and check whether perishable items can travel that far.
Hi, I’m Roxane
I live on the Coast with my family and started Best on the Central Coast because I wanted all the good ideas in one place. I hope it helps you find your next local favourite.