June 15, 2021
Joe’s Picks: Returning to the Workplace
As restrictions lift, these products would fit well at in-person work setups and events.
In a recent survey, LaSalle Network found that 70% of the 350 CEOs and HR/finance executives it surveyed plan to have employees back in the office by this fall, if not sooner. The items here will facilitate the transition back to the communal workplace and business travel.
Macro Industries (asi/68399)
Here’s a great product for a safety campaign – a pair of four-way adjustable suspenders that doubles as a harness (3CSVSP). It’s ideal for early morning or evening runs, walks and bike rides. Made of lightweight and stretchable polyester, the straps include ½” reflective tape and a front buckle closure; 3cproducts.net
Athena Promo (asi/37218)
Recognize star students and exceptional employees with a fun thumbs-up pen (AP-P811). The sleek design includes a stylus so users can take notes during classes and operate touchscreen devices on break; athenapromo.com
Gold Bond (asi/57653)
Anyone can have their own mini-bonfire, indoors or out, with this personal fireplace (FLIKRFIRE). It burns clean – no soot on the ceiling or smoke when lit – on 70% or 91% isopropyl rubbing alcohol. Burns for up to 60 minutes. Makes a creative table ornament for weddings and corporate events; goldbondinc.com
Innovative Line (asi/62660)
This 12-inch wall clock (9724) offers year-round exposure 24 hours a day. The dial can accommodate a full-bleed four-color process graphic. Great for corporate, satellite and work-from-home offices, it’s also ideal for clubs, sports organizations and schools; innovation-line.com
Webb Company (asi/95838)
Whether used as a travel incentive or hotel gift, this kit (DENKIT) will surely please the receiver. Included inside the BioBox is natural peppermint beeswax lip balm with vitamin E and aloe, a rubber-grip toothbrush, a heart-shaped tin filled with peppermints, mini dental floss and a tube of Colgate toothpaste; webbcompany.com