There’s a reason things like watches, clocks, and jewelry are so closely associated with service awards: They’re well-liked and a fantastic way to turn an award into a keepsake.  But for every employee that would love to have a watch or a gold ring, there’s another who would more appreciate something as unique as they are.  Offering great choices in your service awards programs means adding some things a little less traditional to counter the more common favorites.  Here are a few suggestions that will fit nicely into your employee’s at-home game room:

Authentic Gaming Machine – Definitely not your average service award, a slot machine will give your award recipient a bit of Vegas right at home.  This beauty is a full-sized slot machine that was once a true blue ringer on the casino floor.  Completely refurbished, authentic, and ready for at-home use!  Even includes the tokens.

Old-Fashioned Kettle Popcorn Maker – Add it to a game room, even the family room.  This one offers fun for the whole family, as movie night is turned into something really special.  Anyone can throw a bag in the microwave, but how many people can have their own true blue movie popcorn?  This is a manageable tabletop version that stands 18″ high.

Gumball Machine – Another one sure to please the whole family, a gumball machine adds a bit of nostalgia to the household fun area.  This one is built the old fashioned way with a cast metal base and a glass globe.  

Chess Set – Here’s an award that offers a lot in craftsmanship and style.  This chess table features genuine Italian alabaster inlay and comes complete with a full set of handcrafted maple chessmen, weighted and felted.  The table includes two drawers for storage.  An elegant piece sure to be proudly displayed.

Keeping in mind the varied personalities in your company will go a long way to setting up a great awards program.  While the popular choices of watches and jewelry will always have a favorite spot, adding some more unusual items to your awards catalog lets your employees know you understand how unique they are!

Got some more unusual ideas of your own?  Let us know!  Want to get ahold of something you see here, or perhaps discuss other options?  Feel free to contact us.  We’d love to chat with you.  (We also tell great jokes, and some of us sing on occasion.)