What Top-Tier Clients Really Think About Your Gifts

It’s easy to assume your corporate gift was well received. But unless you’ve been on the other side of the unboxing experience, you might be missing the mark.

In today’s world, generic gifts feel like afterthoughts.
And for high-level clients, anything that feels transactional or templated sends a loud message: “You’re just another account.”

Let’s talk about what your VIP clients actually want and how to make your gifts reflect the quality of your partnerships.

The VIP Test: Would You Be Impressed by This Gift?

Many corporate gifts fall into the same category:

• Branded merch with little thought

• Food baskets from a third-party site

• A bottle of wine with no story or context

Now imagine opening a box that tells a different story—
→ A box hand-packed in Hawai‘i
→ Filled with high-quality, curated products
→ Sourced from small, sustainable businesses
→ And paired with a personalized note that doesn’t feel templated

That’s a gift that elevates a relationship. 

Why Your Clients Crave Thoughtfulness (Not Flashiness)

Top-tier clients don’t need extravagance.
They need intentional.

In fact, a study by Forrester Consulting shows that personalized gifting improves brand perception by 60%. But personalization doesn’t mean monogrammed socks. It means:

• Aligning gifts with your client’s values

• Reflecting your shared commitment to quality

• Offering something unique they can’t get anywhere else
  
  

Luxury Can Still Feel Warm

One of the most common compliments we hear from corporate clients who gift with Me Ke Aloha is:

“Our clients actually reached out to say thank you.”

A real review from a receiver of our gift sets:

“I’ve been fortunate to receive two beautifully curated gift boxes from Me Ke Aloha—one for a new baby and one as a housewarming gift. 

From the moment I opened each box, I was struck by the elegant presentation and thoughtful attention to detail. The packaging was exceptionally luxurious, and each element—from the box itself to the smallest accent—reflected care and intention. 

The contents were just as impressive: high-quality, practical items that I genuinely use and enjoy. What makes these boxes even more special is that the products are made locally, supporting talented artisans and creators. These are not your typical gift boxes—I’ve kept and continue to use both boxes because they are so well made.” - Google Review

Ready to Surprise and Delight?

If your current gifting doesn’t match the level of service you provide, let’s fix that.

📩 Email info@mekealohagifts.com to start curating your VIP gift experience.