f o r i t i s i n g iving that w e receive

- franc is of assisi

OPHELIA RUTH
ABOUT US

W H AT W E D O
Experts in corporate gifting, Ophelia Ruth helps you
honor your most valuable asset: relationships. We
believe that giving is an integral part of business, and
we specialize in the intricacies of creating genuine
corporate and client gifts. At Ophelia Ruth, we move
beyond branded trinkets and generic gift baskets, and
help you strategically elevate your gifting.

Think of it this way: genuine gifting in business grants

you the opportunity to make someone ecstatic about
your relationship.

W H AT W E B E L I E V E

relationships are your most important asset

the act of gifting indicates that you place value on
the relationship
client gifting should be unconditional (no strings
attached!)
gifts are about the recipient; promotional products
are about you
an ideal gift is intentional, personal, and lasting
when and how you give is just as important as the
gift itself

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WHO WE ARE
Im Emily, and Im the founder of Ophelia Ruth Gifting
Studio. Im known for my obsession with neutrals, my
penchant for creating the perfect gift, and my ability to
mix a darn good cocktail.

But more than that, Im known for my desire to make

people feel special. That simple dream is what led me to
create Ophelia Ruth.

A combination of factors led me to focus on corporate

gifting, but Ill never forget hearing that the average
person spends roughly 90,000 hours of his/her life
working. Its often said that we spend more time with our
coworkers than we do with our spouse.

Knowing how much of our lives we spend working, I

longed to create a way to help businesses genuinely
love on their people. I believe the relationships you
build in business are your biggest asset, and will
become some of the most important relationships in your
life. So why not honor those relationships, and show
your people gratitude, love, and genuine appreciation?

We can help you do just that.

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ABOUT US

WHY GIFTING?
Gifting is a powerful expression of the value you place
on a relationship.

Intentional gifting:

expresses gratitude
garners genuine referrals
solidifies professional and personal relationships
expands networks
boosts morale
makes people feel special
opens doors
helps you stand out amongst others
creates an experience

Many businesses dont think twice about spending

thousands of dollars on a conference booth, or hundreds
of dollars on a single meal. But neither of these has the
lasting impression a gift does.

A carefully-chosen gift can physically and emotionally

be with a person for years.

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we make a living by what we get,
but we make a life by what we give

winston churchill

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OUR SERVICES

often overlooked, gifting is an integral

piece of a larger puzzle

We offer three types of services to our clients.

S T R AT E G I C G I F T P L A N N I N G
If youre expanding your business, attracting new
clients, or if gifting is a high priority in your work, I
recommend an strategic gifting plan. Based on your
goals and budget, we work together to create an
annual strategy to target your top clients, prospects,
and employees. Combining your knowledge with our
research and expertise, I work with you to design a
gifting plan that includes a strategic approach, timing,
frequency, and of course, the gifts themselves.

The best gifts are a symbol of the people, places,

things, and events that are meaningful to the recipient
and your relationship with him/her. Our resources, from
timeless vendors to not-yet-discovered makers, enables
us to create or source the best gifts possible for your
clients.

The best part of outsourcing your gifting?

My team handles everything. From sourcing products to

storage, managing the schedule to shipping: we make
sure every last detail is just right. Your gifting plan will
be fully executed by the Ophelia Ruth team.

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C U S T O M G I F T C R E AT I O N
If youre not ready for strategic gift planning, Im happy
to help you create intentional, personal, and lasting gifts
for your clients. We will discuss your goals, budget, and
typical/ideal recipients. I will design a few concepts,
and once a concept is chosen, I will make your gifts a
reality.

Due to the custom nature of this process, minimums do

apply to custom orders (typically a quantity minumum
of 12 applies). But dont worry, if youre not planning on
sending all of the gifts at once, well hold them in the
studio until youre ready to ship.

PRE-DESIGNED ONLINE STORE

The Ophelia Ruth Shop has a series of thoughtful, useful
gifts available online. Simply select the gift youd like,
and itll ship to your recipient right away. Well even
include a hand-written note for you.

Many of these gifts are what I consider simple

gestures. Both budget and office-friendly, these gifts
are great for thinking of you moments and thank you
sentiments.

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STRATEGIC GIFT PLANNING

W H Y I N V E S T I N A S T R AT E G I C P L A N ?
Do you want to open the door to influencers and finally
reach your dream clients? Do you struggle to find
genuine ways to show gratitude to your existing clients
or employees?

Outsourcing your gifting and implementing a strategic

plan will help you stand out, get more genuine referrals,
and increase your retention. Allow a team of experts to
create gifts that communicate your message in ways you
never dreamed.

Our four-step process is outlined on the following page.

INVESTMENT
Due to the unique nature of each plan, compensation
is determined by the volume of gifts, frequency of
gifting, and other factors. Strategic gifting plans are
generally annual contracts. Each year, we evaluate what
worked, what could have worked better, and what new
relationships you want to grow.

Reach out to hello@opheliaruth.com or visit

www.opheliaruth.com to inquire.

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1
IDENTIFY A LIST OF POTENTIAL RECIPIENTS
well get to know your clients, prospects, suppliers, and
employees, as well as you and your company

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EVALUATE OBJECTIVES, GOALS, AND BUDGET
these three factors will inform the strategy and design of
your annual plan

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DESIGN STRATEGIC PLAN
well design a plan that outlines the schedule, frequency, and gift
selection based on your knowledge of recipients, as well as our
research and expertise

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IMPLEMENTATION
we take it from hereour team maintains the schedule, coordinates
and produces the gifts, and organizes all logistics to make sure your
gifts arrive safe and sound

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FROM OUR PERSPECTIVE

CONSIDER A DIFFERENT APPROACH

The strategy and thought behind your gifting is just as, or
more, important than the gift itself.

Have you ever found yourself in this situation? Its the

holidays. Youve forgotten about gifts, and panic sets in.
You hurriedly pick an over-priced basket of fruit from an
online retailer. Trying to make it seem intentional, you pay
extra to get the box stamped with your logo. You hit send,
and off it goes into a sea of other gifts heading to that
client.

I suggest that your most substantial gifting should occur

outside of the holidays. It may feel counterintuitive, but
would you rather your gift be one of many, or be your
clients sole focus? As genuine as it may be, holiday
gifts tend to feel more like an obligation than a thoughtful
gesture. Wouldnt it be more special if a substantial,
intentional gift pleasantly surprised your client on a
random Wednesday? I encourage my clients to gift
thoughtfully throughout the year, and to send hand-
written sentiments during the holidays.

A strategic gifting plan focuses on strategy, timing,

frequency, and gift selection, so your recipients feel
surprised and delightedall year long.

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the manner of giving is worth
more than the gift

pierre corneille

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WHAT TO EXPECT

RETURN ON INVESTMENT
I often ask my clients the following quetions. Which do
you think has a better return on investment: spending
$2,000 on 10 gifts for strategically-chosen recipients, or
spending $2,000 on logo-clad pens at a conference with
200 other companies in attendance?

By choosing to invest in gifting, youre making an

intentional decision to invest in people. You can expect:

lasting impressions
genuine referrals
random acts of kindness
appreciation
reciprocity
investments in your relationships
higher retention rates
to make someones day
hello@opheliaruth.com
If youre ready to get started, Id love to hear from you.
205 862 6426 Send me an email, give me a call, or head over to the
website.
www.opheliaruth.com
I cant wait to hear from you.

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people will never forget how
you made them feel

maya angelou

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