When a colleague, employee or long-standing customer retires, it's traditional to get them a retirement gift. You might create a pool of money with contributions from everyone in the office, or give a gift from you individually to reward them for years of hard work and as a way to say goodbye.
When giving retirement gifts, your number one priority should be making sure the gift is suitable for the individual and will let them know how much their service has been appreciated. Not only will this ensure your old staff members and clients continue to spread positive things about your brand via word-of-mouth, but it will also demonstrate to other employees and customers that you are a business that looks after its own, boosting company pride and morale.
Here are 10 ideas for gifts that male retirees in particular will love:
1. Beer Tankard
Printed or engraved tankards make lovely keepsakes that can take pride of place in glassware cabinets and are used often during retirement
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2. Cheese Board
A personalised cheeseboard makes a thoughtful gift for any foodie clients or staff - these items are accompanied by cheese knives which can also be engraved
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3. Watch
A watch with a leather strap and stainless steel finish is sure to make your loyal customers and staff feel valued when they retire
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4. Award
Awards range from marble ones such as this, to glass trophies, vases, plaques and bowls - all are great for recognising loyal employees and their achievements
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5. Wine Set
A nice bottle of cabernet sauvignon in a stylish presentation box - what's not to love? Some sets also come with bottle openers and wine stoppers
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6. Leather Wallet
Smaller and more affordable than many other retirement gifts, this could form part of a collection of gifts, or could be presented with gift vouchers inside as an extra bonus
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7. Pen Set
A luxury pen set is a fairly standard but much appreciated and used gift for retirees - engrave the pens with the individual's name to make it special
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8. Golf Ball
Lots of men try to live more active lifestyles during retirement and personalised golfballs will help them to do so
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9. Umbrella
Classic stick umbrellas look stylish and have a high-end feel that make them ideal as retirement gifts - they can also be made into joke / novelty items with fun, vibrant printing
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10. Decanter
Ornamental as well as useful, a beautiful crystal decanter is sure to tell retirees how much they're valued
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For more suggestions on gifts for retirees, take a look at the wide range of quality gifts on our website, or give us a call on 01204 577 995 to tell use your specific needs. One of our corporate gifts experts will be happy to make some other suggestions!