How can I show appreciation to my customers? I am a distributor of items to businesses in a big resort city.?

Almost anything would be appreciated. I work in the hotel industry and it's unheard of for any of our suppliers/business associates to send gifts of thanks. I think whatever you send, it's the thought that counts : )

Fruit would be a good gift - or cookies. The cost isn't important. As a matter of fact, some companies have ethics policies that limit the cost of gifts. A good place to check is the wholesale clubs (Sam's, Costco, BJ's) - they have good business gifts. Remember, the cost of these gifts are probably tax deductible. Having it delivered is OK, but a short visit (if possible) gives you the personal touch. The customers will feel comfortable calling you during the year. And I mean short visit - Don't even sit down - just hand it over & say thank you & leave.. Good luck - you should do really well in business.

good day, You are THINKING like a business person that's going to be in business for a long and profitable time.... Do you speak to them personally? more then one buyer per company? How many company's...now who's the top buyer? and who needs Little nudge? who has only ordered say once and not reordered? Now personalize it....The one time buyer- send business card with a personal note to buyer thanking them for the business and offering discount and following up with phone call, get list of business needs and contact name and send catalog with coffee coupon for free cup...for your major buyers the one that support your business, support the local business in that area...and you should have Little knowledge about the buyer...very important to use local business...i would hand write everyone and custom each gift to the buyer...does the buyers have a support staff? send local bakery cookies plates with card to office staff...several buyer in one location...cater local restaurant, and have them deliver lunch, proud of your thinking..heres to the years head and success

How about trays of cookies so everyone can share & a thank you card or note I'm not too keen about the business cards though it seems a little tacky

Fruit would be a good gift - or cookies. The cost isn't important. As a matter of fact, some companies have ethics policies that limit the cost of gifts. A good place to check is the wholesale clubs (Sam's, Costco, BJ's) - they have good business gifts. Remember, the cost of these gifts are probably tax deductible. Having it delivered is OK, but a short visit (if possible) gives you the personal touch. The customers will feel comfortable calling you during the year. And I mean short visit - Don't even sit down - just hand it over & say thank you & leave.. Good luck - you should do really well in business.

good day, You are THINKING like a business person that's going to be in business for a long and profitable time.... Do you speak to them personally? more then one buyer per company? How many company's...now who's the top buyer? and who needs Little nudge? who has only ordered say once and not reordered? Now personalize it....The one time buyer- send business card with a personal note to buyer thanking them for the business and offering discount and following up with phone call, get list of business needs and contact name and send catalog with coffee coupon for free cup...for your major buyers the one that support your business, support the local business in that area...and you should have Little knowledge about the buyer...very important to use local business...i would hand write everyone and custom each gift to the buyer...does the buyers have a support staff? send local bakery cookies plates with card to office staff...several buyer in one location...cater local restaurant, and have them deliver lunch, proud of your thinking..heres to the years head and success

How about trays of cookies so everyone can share & a thank you card or note I'm not too keen about the business cards though it seems a little tacky