NC is the home of Coastal Connections Marketing, so we would like to showcase North Carolina promotional products. These promotional items can align with your branding campaign and are a great way to support independent businesses.

Corporate gifting should not be about the gift itself.  Instead, corporate gifting is a way to enhance connections and build a deeper relationship.  We love to go even further by incorporating regional products into a gift with branded promotional products.

Why North Carolina Promotional Products?

When you choose North Carolina promotional products, you enhance your brand while supporting local artisans and small businesses. By incorporating items made right here in North Carolina, you contribute to the local economy and help these businesses thrive.

From hand-crafted goods to locally sourced ingredients, every product tells a story and represents the unique character of our state. This not only adds a personal touch to your corporate gifts but also aligns your brand with the values of community support and local pride.

The Impact Regional Products has on Brand Perception

Integrating regional products into your branding strategy can significantly enhance how your brand is perceived. When recipients receive gifts that highlight local pride, it fosters a deeper connection and appreciation for your brand.

This approach demonstrates a commitment to community values and shows that your company values authenticity and quality. Such gestures can increase loyalty, positive brand associations, and even more meaningful relationships with clients and partners.

By showcasing North Carolina products, you’re not just giving a gift—you’re creating an experience that resonates with both the recipient and the local community.

North Carolina Promotional Products: Gift Sets

In this blog post, we share five gift sets that showcase your brand and North Carolina products. If you’re ready to celebrate local pride and encourage community engagement, continue reading.

Food & Cooking Sets

Cooking is always more fun with a new, branded product and a local ingredient!  There are almost endless options for branded kitchen products, and we are fortunate to have many North Carolina-made food products available.

Instead of giving a barbecue set alone, consider giving an incredible NC-made barbecue sauce to go with it!  May we suggest pairing a branded grilling tool set, apron, or carving board with a delicious sauce from Indulgent Essential Spices based in Franklinton, NC. 

We are huge fans of this company and especially recommend The OG sauce!

Coastal Connections Marketing had the pleasure of working with Chef Queen Precious-Jewel and Chef Jay of Indulgent Essential Spices on a client’s Family Day project, which is featured in our Case Study and Service Guide.

If breakfast is more your thing, we will pair a set of gorgeous branded spatulas, a custom tea towel, and pancake mix from Old Mill of Guilford.

Are you more of a wine and cheese lover? Pair a cheese board with Ashe County cheeses or a wine tote with a wine from the Biltmore Winery.

Home Sets

For a cozy holiday set, we would include a branded plush blanket and a gorgeous Grace Bell ornament made in the shape of North Carolina.  We also love a great branded mug with Counter Culture coffee.

We also love all the Sea Oats Candle Company candles made in Beaufort, NC.  For a relaxing self-care gift for employees, pair your favorite candle with a branded neck and shoulder heating pad or a weighted eye mask.

Make a Local Impact with Your Corporate Gifts

By using local products in your gifting strategy, you will highlight other brands, boost their visibility, and potentially build new connections for them.

You will be seen as a connector and valuable partner.  You will enhance connections all around!

Projects like these involve a lot of moving parts!  Enhancing connections through gift sets is one of our favorite things, and we’d love to help you. Contact Coastal Connections Marketing today to get started. 

Don’t forget to check out our new Case Study & Service Guide. The proof is in the pudding!