A corporate award marks a specific achievement, whether it is outstanding performance, leadership, years of service or team success. The trophy should reflect that achievement and fit the setting in which it will be presented. Material, size, shape, branding and personalisation all play a part in getting the design right.

With options such as crystal, glass, metal, acrylic, resin and wood, corporate trophies can be designed in many different ways. The key is to select the combination that works best for the award, the recipient and the event.

Start With the Type of Award

The trophy should match what you are recognising. A leadership award may need a different design from an employee appreciation award or a team achievement.

For example, a crystal trophy can suit leadership awards and important milestones. A glass trophy can work well for employee recognition, team awards and annual functions. Metal trophies can also be considered for performance and achievement awards.

Start with the achievement you want to recognise, then choose a material and design that fits it.

Choose the Right Trophy Material

The material has a big impact on how the finished award looks and feels.

Crystal: Crystal has a clear finish and interacts strongly with light, creating a distinctive sparkle. It can work well for corporate recognition and important achievements.

Glass: Glass has a clean, modern appearance and can suit employee awards, team recognition and corporate events.

Metal: Metal trophies can create a strong, substantial look and work well for achievement and performance awards.

Acrylic: Acrylic allows for different shapes, colours and branding elements, making it suitable for contemporary trophy designs.

Wood: Wood can add a different visual element and can be combined with materials such as metal, glass or acrylic.

The material you choose should work with the type of award and the design you have in mind.

Think About Your Company Branding

A corporate trophy can incorporate elements of your company's visual identity. Your logo, colours and other brand details can be included in the design.

A crystal or glass award can feature an engraved company logo along with the recipient's name and award details. A custom trophy can also be developed around a company's branding, event theme or a specific design idea.

If the awards are part of an annual programme, keeping a consistent design across different categories can give the event a more polished and organised look.

Get the Size and Shape Right

The size of the trophy should suit the award and how it will be presented or displayed.

A larger design may work for a major annual achievement, while a smaller trophy can be suitable for employee recognition or long-service awards. Consider where the recipient is likely to keep it as well. A desk award needs a different size from a trophy designed to be presented on stage.

The shape should also work with the event. Clean geometric designs can suit modern corporate events, while more traditional shapes may be appropriate for formal recognition.

Personalisation Makes the Award More Meaningful

Adding the recipient's name, award title, company logo, date or a short message gives the trophy a direct connection to the achievement.

Personalised trophies are particularly useful for employee recognition because the award is created specifically around the person and their achievement.

Before production, check all names, designations, dates and award titles carefully. These details should be finalised before the design is approved.

Consider the Number of Trophies You Need

The number of awards can influence the design you choose.

If you are ordering one or two trophies for senior leadership, you can create a design specifically around those awards. If you need 50 or 100 corporate trophies for an annual awards event, using a consistent design across categories can give the ceremony a more organised and professional look.

You can also use variations of the same design for different award categories. This keeps the awards connected while allowing each category to have its own identity.

How Talisman Creates Custom Corporate Trophies

Talisman works with companies to create custom corporate trophies around the occasion, brand and achievement being recognised. Its range includes crystal trophies, glass trophies, metal trophies, acrylic trophies, resin trophies and wooden awards.

The design can be developed around your event, company branding or a reference image. Customisation can include the size, material, shape, colour, engraving, logo and base design.

Whether you need a corporate award for a senior executive, employee recognition awards or custom sports trophies for a company tournament, the design can be planned around the occasion and your requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best material for a corporate trophy?

Crystal, glass, metal and acrylic can all work well for corporate trophies. The right material depends on the type of award, the design and the look you want to achieve.

How do I choose the right size for a corporate trophy?

Choose a size that suits the importance of the award and where the recipient is likely to display it. Larger designs can work for major annual awards, while compact trophies can suit desk or office display.

Can corporate trophies be customised with a company logo?

Yes. Corporate trophies can be customised with company logos, recipient names, award titles, dates, messages and other branding elements.

What are personalised trophies used for?

Personalised trophies are commonly used for employee recognition, leadership awards, sales achievements, long-service awards, team recognition and corporate milestones.

Can Talisman make custom corporate trophies?

Yes. Talisman creates custom corporate trophies in crystal, glass, metal, acrylic, resin and wood for employee recognition, corporate events, achievement awards and other occasions.