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To create a polished presentation for these critical donor gifts, the foundation required custom display mailer boxes that could elevate the overall unboxing experience while heavily protecting the high-value items inside. Spurgeon\u2019s first experience with PaperPkg<\/strong> came through a highly demanding project.<\/p>\n \u201cWe needed specialized packaging for awards we give out to distinguished alumni\u2014we call them an Ivy Oscar,\u201d she said. \u201cFinding a factory that could manufacture a premium custom box large enough to securely fit the heavy Ivy Oscar award was a challenge, but PaperPkg<\/strong> delivered the exact dimensions and structural strength we needed.\u201d<\/p>\n The custom boxes are also used annually for sending executive-level gifts to the foundation\u2019s board members.<\/p>\n \u201cRecently, we did a high-end charcuterie board and a book, shipped in our custom mailers. We also sent a set of marble and wooden coasters that were branded,\u201d she said. \u201cThe structural integrity of the boxes ensured everything arrived in mint condition.\u201d Using custom-printed boxes from PaperPkg<\/strong> has become a powerful marketing tool for the foundation, Spurgeon explained.<\/p>\n \u201cThe box it comes in is the most important part because it really showcases our branding,\u201d she said. \u201cIt\u2019s not just the board member who sees it\u2014it\u2019s everyone who interacts with that box along the shipping route. The better the packaging, the easier it is for someone to recognize our impact.\u201d<\/p>\n Making a strong first impression is everything when handling donor relations.<\/p>\n \u201cWe always say we\u2019re trying to attract donors, get attention, and help people recognize the impact we\u2019re making. Adding that extra custom-branded touch brings so much more perceived value to the overall experience than a plain white box,\u201d Spurgeon added.<\/p>\n She also utilizes these premium boxes internally. By ordering extra custom batches from PaperPkg<\/strong>, she sends beautifully curated welcome packages to new, remote employees to make them feel instantly connected to the team.<\/p>\n Spurgeon explored other packaging suppliers in the past, but the customer experience and production quality didn’t compare. She highlighted several key reasons why PaperPkg<\/strong> stands out as their trusted manufacturing partner:<\/p>\n Like many who manage custom packaging procurement, Spurgeon has learned a few key lessons along the way that she shares with other businesses:<\/p>\n \u201cAlways double-measure. Measure both the box and what you\u2019re putting inside carefully. We always order slightly larger boxes to keep items from shifting, allowing us to include eco-friendly crinkle paper filler and a thank-you card right on top.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n She also recommends doing a quick \u201ctest open\u201d when your production samples arrive. \u201cOur custom boxes open smoothly like a book. Closing it and reopening it just shows how polished and professional the presentation is.\u201d<\/p>\n Overall, working with a dedicated factory-direct partner has transformed the foundation’s presentation strategy. \u201cI\u2019ve just never worked with a packaging company that\u2019s been this seamless and reliable,\u201d Spurgeon said.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.paperpkg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ivy-tech-community-college.jpg\")
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