Here is news from throughout the world of rewards recognition, including research, company news, mergers and acquistitions, etc.
Recent cyberattacks and fulfillment disruptions affecting gift card providers raise questions about the security of digital rewards and merchandise catalogs. What’s the problem and what should corporate buyers do to protect themselves?... [ read more ]
The 108-year-old recognition company reports continued growth in employee engagement and reward redemptions as its latest research and customer experience point to two priorities: demonstrating the impact of engagement programs and restoring the personal, lasting value of tangible awards.... [ read more ]
The BIG Handshake Loyalty event in Amsterdam brought together 329 participants for two days of discussions challenging conventional approaches to loyalty programs, customer relationships, and the measurement of business impact.... [ read more ]
The loyalty and engagement technology company consolidates four business units under a single brand and AI platform, aiming to help enterprise clients connect employee recognition, customer loyalty, event experiences, and social engagement while improving business results.... [ read more ]
Despite softer demand for employee recognition, rising shipping costs, and tariffs, Power Sales CEO Dave Roberts sees opportunities for merchandise rewards through overall market growth in sales, channel, and loyalty along with technology integration, faster fulfillment, broader product selection, and customization.... [ read more ]
2026 Incentive Travel Index finds cautious growth expectations, stronger demand for shared experiences, and a need to communicate business value.... [ read more ]
Luxury Name Brands is offering an additional 5% discount on Bearpaw throws ordered and shipped by Nov. 5, 2026. Its Holiday Lookbook also features gifts for a variety of interests, lifestyles, and occasions.... [ read more ]
Alan Traiger joins Harco Incentives as Senior Vice President of Sales, and Madison Travel names 26-year company veteran Isidoro “Izzy” Nicosia Chief Operating Officer.... [ read more ]
CharityChoice’s Marc Tepfer says charitable gift cards offer a way to recognize employees and clients within holiday budgets. Incentive Research Foundation research finds charitable donations appeal to about one in four reward participants. ... [ read more ]
Mary Hanson helped develop the RepLink product catalog platform with her husband, Jon Hanson, and contributed to the incentive, rewards, and recognition field through publishing, industry associations, and education.... [ read more ]
