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After much debate at our Trophies2Go Christmas Party, our staff decided to award our 2018 Product of the Year to our Ugly Sweater Trophies!

GMC Ugly Sweater Winner! Christmas Story Sweater!

These creative Christmas trophies were created in fall 2017, a brainchild of our designer and laser engraver, Lori N.  Lori used some figures that we never sold, spray painted them gold, laser cut wood into the shape of a sweater, and with blood, sweat and tears and lots of glitter paint, created the masterpiece we sell today!  Every ugly sweater trophy is hand-crafted and painted lovingly by Lori.

Two fabulous options are available for our Ugly Sweater Trophies - Green Gingerbread or Red Ornaments.  Both feature a hand-painted wooden sweater ornament that can be removed from the trophy and hung on a Christmas Tree!  Here are some customer comments about our Ugly Sweater Trophies:

"I spent a long time looking at the different (ugly sweater) trophies, and this one by far was the best."

"It was an absolute hit! We love it!"

Customers also sent me some pictures of their Ugly Sweater winners with their First Place Ugly Sweater Trophies.  I'm posting a few here for you to enjoy!

Jenny's ugly sweater

Magical reindeer team

Microsoft Party

Our best-selling Christmas Trophies of all time, our Ugly Sweater Trophies will be the hit of your next Holiday Party...10 months from now!

Cheers!

Jessica

At our holiday party last month, our T2G staff picked their favorite joke trophies that we make.  They see many funny trophies come through our warehouse, but these joke awards are the best of the best!

Paul's pick - "We wish you hadn't entered the chili cook-off" toilet

Category #1:  TOILETS

Janice chose the All-Purpose Toilet Trophy

Jonas & Laurie both chose the Middle Finger Toilet Trophy

Paul chose the one award you definitely don't want to get, it's the "BAD CHILI - We wish you hadn't entered the chili cook-off" Chili Loser Toilet

Find more toilet and potty humor trophies here.

Category #2: ANIMALS

Mika picked The Honeybadger Trophy

Jess (me) chose our cute goat trophy - Greatest Of All Time!

Tom chose the Horses Bobble Butt Joke Trophy.  He was very specific though, its for a birthday, with a candle in the horse's butt.

See more animal joke trophies here!

Tom's pick - with a candle in the butt!

Category #3:  OTHER

Jim picked  the BOMB trophy!

Lori likes the Ugly Sweater Christmas Medals

And Mike chose the regal King and Queen Trophies, he said they are great for divas at the office and in your Fantasy Football League.

Our BEST funny joke trophies for any occasion!  Get laughs at your next event or gag someone special with one of our awesome engraved funny awards!

Cheers!

Jessica

West Coast Awards, a local competitor, recently closed it's doors to the public.  Located in nearby Kent, WA, the owners retired and sold their building.  Since we are on friendly terms with Brett the Manager, many of their former customers have been referred to Trophies2Go.  And we couldn't be happier!

Just like West Coast Awards, Trophies2Go offers outstanding service.  We take great care of our customers, just read our reviews!  We have also been in business for a LONG time, since 1987.  We are a local trophy and awards company that serves our community!

All of our awards are assembled and engraved in our warehouse located in Renton, WA, just outside of Seattle.

However, we also have a number of differences:

Website:  We are an ecommerce company with an awesome website.  Our customers are able email, call, or walk into our Renton, WA location, but they can place their order anytime, from anywhere, with our easy-to-use, state of the art website, Trophies2Go.com.

FREE Engraving: West Coast Awards charged per character for engraving; we do not.  Engraving is always included for free on all of our awards.

FAST service: If we have a item in stock, our trophies and awards can be made as quickly as one day.  We don't charge rush fees, we do our best to make your deadline!

FREE shipping on orders over $50! Orders packed and ready to ship!

Shipping: We can ship orders anywhere in the US, including your home or office.  Or pick up in Renton!

Showroom:  We do NOT have a showroom, all of our products are online.  However our friendly and knowledgeable customer service team of Janice, Mika and Mike are happy to help you pick out the perfect personalized award for your special occasion, all within your budget.

Questions?  Please contact at [email protected], we would love the opportunity to earn your business!

Cheers,

Jessica

The best of the best receive this trophy for our industry!

Last week Tom, Lori N. and I attended the 2018 Awards and Personalization Association (APA) Expo in Las Vegas, NV. The awards industry's biggest event, it gives trophy and awards retailers the chance to meet with manufacturers and sales representatives face-to-face.

Industry leaders from across the country meet to network, receive education through seminars, and touch and feel the newest award products and personalization machinery. There is even an achievement gala where the best in the awards industry is recognized with The Gold Obelisk Industry Awards!

Highlights of the Show

A cool new product we saw at the show, its a canvas photo shaped like a home plate!

New Products:  We will be adding many new products to our website soon!  Watch for new Fantasy Football Trophies, new colorful art glass awards, glassware including wine and barware sets, glitter acrylic awards, to name a few.

Education: The APA tradeshow offers interesting and informative education seminars for it's members.  Experts in different facets of the awards industry present on a wide range of topics, from technical training on how to operate equipment and software, to growing sales in your business.  Our graphic designer and laser engraver Lori N attended many classes to improve her technical skills and

Meeting Suppliers: We had great conversations with our key suppliers, including Kathy and Greg from Tropar Manufacturing, Casey, Erick, & Brianna from Simba Cal, Dan from PDU/Cat, and Larry from Crystal Blanc .

Dan L from PDU/Cat, our top vendor.

Networking with Competitors: Yes, we all own awards businesses, and we are technically in competition with each other. But because our industry is so small, and what we do is positive, we have a very supportive and helpful community. The phrase "a rising tide floats all boats" seems to apply in our industry, as when recognition across the country grows, so does our sales. Each awards company seems to occupy an unique niche market so there is business for all.

After Hours:  Since it's Vegas, there's lots of opportunity to have fun with friends! Gambling, delicious food, and schenanigans are always in the cards in Vegas!

Thank you to the APA board members, committee members, and staff for putting on a great show this year.  Also thank you to the Rio for hosting our event.  See you all in 2019!

Cheers!
Jessica

Mika and I presented Linda with her customer of the year award today!

Today's blog is to celebrate a very special customer, Linda Trinh from Sprint!  Our staff nominated and votes her as our 2017 "Customer of the Year!"

Linda is an Executive Admin for three of Sprint's top executives.  She is a busy gal and well liked by her colleagues!

Our staff loves working with Linda, as she is friendly, positive, and easy to work with.  She was a frequent customer at our Issaquah showroom for many years.

Since we have closed our showroom, Linda says this hasn't impacted her working with us, as ordering from us is as easy as ever.  She just emails us what she would like and we take care of the rest!  She said that she loves working with Mika and Janice on her orders.

And the feeling is mutual!  Here's what our staff says about working with Linda:

Mike says, "Linda is always sweet, understanding and accommodating".

Our 2017 'Customer of the Year', Linda T. from Sprint!

Mika says, "I especially like that Linda kept us as her go-to when she changed jobs from Verizon to Sprint.  Her usual jobs are easy because it’s usually the same thing, but once or twice a year she needs to place a big order and she’s very receptive to suggestions and advise from us.  She is really appreciative of the work we do".

Today we presented Linda with the Trophies2Go Customer of the Year Award at her office in Bellevue, WA.  Thank you Linda and all of our awesome customers for your business!  We appreciate you trusting us with your recognition needs.

Cheers!

Jessica