Scouting, a School Drumline and Name Plates

Giving back to our community is good for business. It’s a great way to get exposure for a company and to promote products or services. But, giving back isn’t about what you get in return, it’s about who you are helping.

Here at Coller Industries, we understand that when we are helping those in our community, the best thing we get back is that feeling of knowing you helped someone. Investing in the community by donating our products is one of our best forms of marketing. But again, it isn’t just about the marketing possibilities, it’s about the people. Even when the need is small, like for a BSA Eagle Scout project, it’s still important to us.

So, here’s our shout-out to Matt Pellegrini and what he’s doing in his community.

Coller Industries: Tell us about your project. What is the main goal?

Mr. Pellegrini: “The main goal of my project is to help the Enfield High School Drumline, which I am a part of. I have built a large shelf system for the drumline to store drums, cases, stands and harnesses. Right now, in the area where we will be placing the shelf, the drumline has all the drums inside their respective cases on the floor. It is very disorganized, and with the cases laying on the floor it takes up a lot of space. This shelf will keep everything that the drumline needs off the floor and organized.”

Coller Industries: How will the name plate donation help your project?

Mr. Pellegrini: “I am looking to have name plates and metal wall mounts donated to go on the shelf. These name plates will show the drummers where they can store their drums. This donation will help because I have only raised roughly $1,500 through family and friends donating to the project. Any additional donation or discount is appreciated.

“This project is an Eagle Scout project which, if you didn’t know, is the last step in a Boy Scout’s journey through the BSA Scouting program. I am a part of the school’s drumline and know that our music department doesn’t have enough money to buy a shelf along with sending us to several competitions every year. So, I thought this would be the perfect project!

“I am a senior at Enfield High School, and I feel this something I can do for the school along with leaving a little piece of myself behind after I graduate this spring.”

Plastic Name Plates with a UV Color Logo

Your logo will stand out when it is printed in UV color on a plastic name plate. This high-quality printing method recreates your logo with all its colors, photographic images, shades and blending. All names and titles are engraved to show the underlying color of the two-tone plastic. These plastic name plates are also available in a large variety of colors.

Creating Community Understanding

Understanding the community concept teaches that no matter the setting, there are things which must be done to keep it healthy. These insights are supported and managed by people feeling that they belong somewhere. And this comes with accepting each other and the diversity of those around you. This community understanding makes us responsible for those around us. In turn, this community responsibility not only aids those in need, but it assists everyone influenced by any actions in that community.

Donations are one way that makes us more responsible in our community. And, building trust in our community is not only a requirement but also the best way to maintain any community. This is why we, as a company, are always looking to help out in our neighborhood and surrounding areas.

“Thank you again for your donation! The project came out great and your company’s labels added substantially to the final product!” said Matt Pellegrini.

Finding the Perfect Name Plate

Whether you want a logo or text only, we have the perfect name plate for you!

From Classic Name Plates to Executive Desk Wedges, sometimes it’s hard to come up with the perfect solutions for your identification needs. So, here is a brief product guide to help you make your decision on which name plate is best for you.

Each of these choices will look splendid wherever you need them. Use them for names, titles and even directions in your office or retail establishment. These are also perfect for use in restaurants, hotels or other hospitality industries.

Classic & Logo Name Plate Varieties

Choose from plastic and metal with these name plates. Then choose your color and font. Lastly, decide if you need a logo or not. No matter where you are putting them, use a classic-looking name plate anywhere you want. From a director’s office door to a concierge desk, and whether it’s plastic or metal, these name plates will be a perfect addition to your office.

Logos for each plastic name plate are either engraved, UV color printed or hot-stamped. A metal name plate will have an engraved logo. Both materials come in a variety of colors that will match perfectly with your office or store decor. There are also several wall mounts and desk holders available to match each name plate and its use.

Reusable Name Plate System

This name plate system is similar in style to classic metal name plates. They come with printable inserts and the option of a UV color printed logo.

Reusable name plates are a cost-effective solution for high turnover and seasonal industries. Do-it-yourself office name plates make it easy to change the information on your office signs. Simply print inserts as they are needed. Then, slide the insert into the existing holder behind the clear lens and you are done. Each name plate consists of four parts: a wall mount or desk holder, a metal backplate, the insert and a clear Lexan lens that protects the insert and holds everything in place. An optional UV color logo may be printed directly onto the metal backplate to help unify and brand all of the name plates in an office.

Contemporary Name Plates

Need a classier version than a reusable name plate? Try out this system instead. Made with durable plastic, and still available with printable inserts, these name plates come in three different sizes. Interchangeable attachments allow these plates to be used on desks, walls and cubicle partitions.

Easily create custom paper inserts with any image, font or graphic. These durable name plates can last for years with proper care, gentle dusting and occasional spot cleaning.

Acrylic Desk Blocks

Quality Acrylic Desk Blocks make beautiful name plates, decorations and promotional tools. Add one or two lines of text for names, titles or even a quote. And, add a logo or a simple graphic to turn these blocks into corporate gifts for colleagues, clients and customers.

These name plates don’t need a desk holder as they stand on their own. And, they come in two different colors, black and clear. Engraving comes on either the front or back with a choice to fill with either a silver or gold coloring to enhance the text and images. These name plates look great on a desk, bookshelf or anywhere else you would like to display them.

Executive Desk Wedges

Available in four styles, these desk wedges make the perfect gift. Add a personal touch to any workspace by displaying a name and a title. Or at home, use a desk wedge to decorate with loving expressions or quotes. Each name or message is laser engraved into a metal name plate and then attached to the surface of your chosen desk wedge.

These make excellent corporate gifts. And this is one of the best ways to grow and maintain your business. Most companies agree that the fundamental reason for corporate gifting is to acknowledge relationships and improve personal connections.

But, no matter where you put them, make sure you choose what best suits your needs!

Improving Your Customer’s Experience

Building trust within your company is essential to business morale, and so is maintaining a positive customer experience.

Success for every business comes when both employees and customers are left happy with their experience with that company. And, there are ways to ensure that happiness. We are here to help you find that success using personal identification.

From branded lanyards to reusable name badges, personal identification can guarantee a trust-building experience for all involved. Name tags humanize a company by putting a name with a face. And when you have your employees use not only their name on a name tag but your company logo as well, this builds a trusting relationship with your customers.

And, while customer satisfaction is a high priority for all businesses, helping employees feel comfortable in their working roles is also important. Name tags will help accomplish both. Use name tags to not only let customers know who your employees are but to quickly and easily identify those who can help.

Don’t underestimate the power of personal identification tools.

Name plates are also a useful tool to improve any experience within your company. From signage to room identification, help your customers easily navigate your business. Use them for employees who have an office. Or use them to identify different sections of a store. Yes, signs are also great for this purpose. Or customize each of these products for nearly anything you can think of.

And, don’t forget that we have a new plaque line. These plaques are a unique way to display instructional information about your company. From a motto at the front receptionist desk to information about how long your company has been around, customize a plaque that fits your business.

So, harness the power of your customer’s experience with custom name tags and other personal identification tools.

Creating Consistency With Your Brand

Your logo represents not only you and your company but also your brand and overall commitment to your clients and customers. And creating consistency by adding your logo to everything you personalize (from name tags to corporate gifts), lets people know you’re proud of what you stand for.

Consistency in logo use will make your brand an industry leader.

The word consistency isn’t the most exciting word in the English language, and it often comes with a misconception that you have to be boring to be consistent. However, this is not the case, and you can be consistent with any brand image that you want to represent, no matter how garish or out there it may be. The key is never to let that image slip.

No matter how big your company is, using your brand is what makes you stand out. And, in the name tag world, using your logo consistently on all personal identification products helps to define and identify you and your company.

From colors to logos, consistency matters.

So, using name tags, name badges and other personal identification items will establish your brand. And finding the right consistency with logos, colors and fonts helps to solidify your message. By defining what your brand is up front, you help establish your company as an industry leader. And making sure that your logo balances your brand at the top can be quite the process.

Make sure to use the same colors for all of your logo work. Find a way to keep your logo and text the same on all name tags and name plates. If your office uses signage, make sure to include the proper colors and consistency. A company who ensures that their brand is well developed will retain and obtain connections with their clients and customers.

Don’t forget to brand all your personal identification needs!

From name plates to lanyards, your brand is how you define yourself. Add logos to everything! Especially when attending conferences and other events. By wearing name tags at these events, you make yourself more visible to others, which opens the door to retention and better communication.

This consistency only works when you use your name tags and other personal identification correctly with logos, titles and names. How do you find consistency in your branding?

Ways to Use Name Tags at a Wedding

Name tags pair perfectly with any event. And that includes a wedding!

While most decorations at a wedding are typically ribbons and cloth, name tags can play an essential part during your special day too. Here are a few quick ideas on how to incorporate these identification tools for your special day.

Glass and Wine Tags for a Wedding Toast

Sometimes guests may forget where they set down their drinkware. Help them remember with simple glass tags. These tags are also great for seating arrangements. And, when everyone knows where their glass is, they will be ready for any toasts to the couple are made.

Choose different colors for different types of guests. Use white to designate the bride and groom. Find a color that complements the theme and use that for bridesmaids and groomsmen. Many weddings have a multiple color theme, so use those colors to designate different things and people.

Name Plate and Signs for Tables

From food designations to decorating for a beautiful evening, get your creativity flowing with custom signs and name plates. Add a name plate to the buffet tables to designate different meats or desserts. Or, customize a fancy table number with a small sign.

Signs are also fantastic for displaying the bride and groom’s names at the entrance of the reception hall. Display different signs around the reception area of favorite quotes or sayings. Or, create something unique to the couple that will help the wedding be memorable.

Wedding Seating Arrangements

Choose from an abundance of colors that will fit perfectly with any wedding. Add graphics and details, or add names for seating your wedding party.

Looking for a super creative way to help your guests find their place at the table? This unique idea incorporates custom lanyards and name badges. While this shows the place settings hanging from trees for the guests to find their names, they may also be spread out on a table. Choose a lanyard in your wedding colors and grab a handy badge holder to display people’s names and seating placements.