Clip Art
This sleek German-made money clip holds both money and credit cards. Give them to incentive winners so they can leave their wallets in the hotel safe during the program. The Clipper retails for $38; corporate orders of more than $500 get a 50 percent discount (logos can be added for an additional fee). (888) 350-8765; ameico.com
Air Caddy
Anyone with a well-developed sense of hygiene avoids the seatback pocket on the airplane, but there aren’t a lot of alternatives for stowing small personal items. The solution: Magellan’s Slimline In-Flight Organizer Panel, which straps to the back of the seat and has enough pockets for electronics, eyeglasses, wallet and sundries. It costs $32.85 here. (800) 962-4943; magellans.com
Melody Mug
Insert an iPod (or other MP3 player) into this ceramic mug, and the music comes out the bottom. The desktop accessory -- which is not designed to hold liquids -- comes in a variety of colors and can be logoed. Cost for individual mugs, $48. neo-utility.com.
Natural Order
The earthy, organic look is hot now, according to Roshy Naini, creative director of the floral-design studio In Bloom New York (212-662-8852; inbloomnewyork.com). Let go of the clean lines and spotless surfaces in favor of greens and browns, unstructured plantings, and herbs such as jasmine, lavender, rosemary and mint.
Floral Generosity
Instead of giving attendees centerpieces after the event, or worse, tossing them out, give them to charity. Floral-design studio In Bloom New York (212-662-8852; inbloomnewyork.com) donates bouquets to senior centers and plants to the New York Restoration Project (nyrp.org), which plants them around the city.
Green the Greenery
Most flowers sold in the United States are flown in from Central America, where workers often are not treated well and the flowers are sprayed heavily with pesticides. Ask your vendors to buy from local flower farms and those that are Fair Trade Certified or Veriflora Certified. Thanks to Josef Reiter of Botanica Floral Design in Portland, Ore. (503-358-4687; botanicafloralpdx.com), for the idea.
Hold in One
One of the few problems with e-readers like the Kindle and the Nook is that they can be difficult to hold in one hand. The Zelco E-Book Cradle is one solution: A strap fastens onto the back to allow readers to wear the e-reader like a mitt; it also works as a stand. The E-Book Cradle retails for $25 to $30, or $12.50 each when buying by the case (minimum order, $200). (914) 699-6230; zelco.com
Clear Choice
The KOR ONE is among the most beautiful reusable water bottles on the market. Its wide mouth allows it to be filled with ice cubes and makes it easier to clean, and the transparent windows are an ideal place for a logo. The bottles cost $29.95 individually; discounts are available on minimum orders of 25, and customized KOR Stones (inserts with messages on them; cost, $40 set-up fee, plus $1.24 per stone for a minimum order of 24) can be added. (877) 708-7567 x208; korwater.com
No-Sweat Cup
Press a button to drink from the Contigo Autoseal water bottle; when you let go, it creates a vacuum seal that keeps it from spilling when it falls on its side. It's also designed not to sweat, so it won't get everything in your bag damp. The bottle shown costs $12.99; discounts and logoing are available on minimum orders of 48. (888) 262-0622; gocontigo.com
Message in a Bottle
The Alex bottle unscrews in the middle, allowing you to put a small gift or note inside. It also makes the bottle easier to clean. The 20-ounce bottle costs $25.95 here, or $14.38 for a minimum order of 50; the bottles can be logoed for a set-up fee of $71.50. (877) 674-8628 x305; alexbottle.com
Raise a Glass
Plastic water bottles are sturdy, but some types have been implicated in releasing toxins into the water, while others leave a funny taste. Lifefactory's glass bottles steer clear of those problems, and the silicone sleeves make them easier to grip and harder to break. The bottles cost $19.99 to $21.99; planners can get the wholesale price of $10 to $11 per bottle with a minimum order of four. (888) 900-5520; lifefactory.com
Bubble Bottle
The Bobble, designed by Karim Rashid and made of recycled, BPA-free plastic, contains a charcoal filter in the neck, making everyday tap water as clean and fresh-tasting as bottled H2O. Buy one here (waterbobble.com) for $8.95; Trims Unlimited (877-481-8864; trimsunlimited.com) offers logoed orders for groups, starting at $9.95 for the minimum order of 100.