Today I'm sending out a "special edition" of our blog to share something behind the scenes that's been happening here at Vervante.
A few months ago I attended an event in Colorado as a speaker (that's me in the back). This event was filled with women entrepreneurs and I loved every minute of it. Someone stood out though that I was drawn too, and I'd like to share a little about her story with you - and how I, my company, and a team of dedicated professionals are rallying around this woman.
Brittani Coury is a snowboarder. She holds numerous world titles and won a silver medal. She is also an amputee, and as a Paralympic Athlete she has had to overcome some serious hurdles in her life well beyond losing a limb. Her journey from running wild as a young child raised in a wrecking yard, to mohawked teenager with an attitude, to losing her leg to an injury and turning her life around to become a symbol of hope and inspiration is one that sticks with you. From underdog to inspiration, Brittani has overcome so many obstacles in life to get where she is today - and you can't help but admire her fearless approach to life and her passion for being a positive influence.
As Brittani prepares for the 2022 Winter Paralympics, many of us who have had the pleasure of meeting her are rallying to support her trip in any way we can. I have dedicated some of the resources of my own company to help Brittani share her story and touch more people's lives, in addition to supporting her journey to the next Paralympics.
Tomorrow is a big day for Brittani as she takes the stage at Adobe's headquarters. If you're located in northern Utah and would like to meet and see Brittani in person, she will be speaking Tuesday, Nov 5th at noon at the Adobe offices in Lehi, UT.
And if you want to join in with "Brittani Nation" and follow her story, stay tuned. We will be including updates in our future newsletters, including about her book coming out soon, as well as ways you can also join in to help make her dreams come true.
Planning on extra product sales this holiday season? Whether you need to print more copies, research holiday shipping deadlines, calculate postage, or just get some help with fulfilling all those orders, we can help.
Preparation is the key for success – so we’ve rounded up a few tips to help you get a head start:
HOLIDAY SHIPPING
Did you know that because Thanksgiving falls on Nov 28 this year, the holiday shopping and shipping season here in the U.S. is a week shorter than usual? For that reason, it’s a good idea to get familiar with shipping deadlines.
UPS: If you use UPS, check here for their November and December deadlines
US POSTAL SERVICE: For USPS, you can check here for shipping deadlines and postage information
CALCULATING POSTAGE
We offer a postage calculator on the Vervante website for our customers. Here’s how to use it:
Log into your Vervante account
Scroll down to the Support section and select Calculate Postage
You will see your products listed and their weight
Below your product list you’ll see a USPS shipping calculator. You can then enter information such as destination, dates, weight, etc to calculate shipping costs.
PRINTING TURNAROUND TIMES
Be sure to allow time for your products to be printed as you plan your holiday sales deadlines.
Turnaround time for products printed on demand is usually 3-5 business days.
Due to increased volume in December, orders may take an additional 1-2 business days to print.
FULFILLMENT HELP
If you already printed your products and need an easy to manage distribution resource for the holidays or for any time of the year, we can help. Here’s how:
Store your products in our modern warehouse facility located in Utah
Provide us with order information and we will pull the required products from inventory, package and ship directly to your customers
This can be done for individual orders or bulk orders
The suspense as a delivery box is opened… the drama of slowly peeling back layers of tissue paper… the surprise and delight discovering all the goodies inside!
It’s no wonder that people are hooked on these videos. It’s fun to receive a package, but it’s a much more exciting experience when it contains so much more than expected.
Special packaging like this goes by a number of names: VIP Boxes, Book Launch Boxes, Planner Debut Boxes, Subscription Boxes … but the name doesn’t matter. What matters is creating a way to deliver your products in a bold, captivating, and memorable way.
You can use this idea for everything from book launches and product debuts to special events and VIP deliveries. Any time you want your customer to feel extra special, VIP Boxes are guaranteed to get the job done.
The beauty of this idea is that it’s very customizable. You can create as much as you want, add any products you like, and customize the design and details. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
STEP #1: Start with your primary product – and add some extras: Choose items to add to your box that will complement the product ordered, or that will add value to the event or program your customer signed up for. Some ideas are:
STEP #2:Add a personal message: Create a card with a personal welcome message from you. Include instructions for use, affirmations, mission or mantra statements, contact information and anything else you think would be useful and elevate the experience. This will be the first thing people see when they open the box and you want to make a great impression.
STEP #3: Think about presentation: Do you want the products nestled inside layers of colorful tissue paper? Add a touch of glamour with confetti? Carefully position in shredded packing paper or bubble wrap in colors that match your brand? Take a look at unboxing videos for similar products to yours for ideas on presentation, then let us know what you’d like to do.
STEP #4: Choose your box size: Select a box size that is appropriate for the number of products inside. You want everything to fit snugly with just enough room for packing material so items inside won’t rattle around and your products will arrive safe and sound. (We can help you choose the right size.)
STEP #5:Customize your box: A great design makes a great first impression for your customer. And it lets them know that something truly special is inside. There are two types of boxes you can choose from. We can print a custom box, like the one pictured here, or we can use a white hinged standard box and print custom labels or stickers for the lid and inside the box.
Our standard white hinged boxes (also at right) are great for on-demand or lower volumes. Both are great options for delivering your product with your branded message in a super-special way. STEP #6: Warehousing, fulfillment and shipping: Special boxed items like these involve multiple parts that need to be assembled, packaged and delivered just right. Here at Vervante, we provide the resources and services you need for all types of boxes – for special launches, monthly subscriptions, seasonal or annual programs, special events and more – with storage, assembly and shipping that fits what you need.
If you're ready to create a box that provides an extra special experience for your customers, we can help. Start by sending an email to sales@vervante.com for a free quote. Let us know the products you plan on using, the box size and anything else you want for this project and we'll help you get set up. Better yet, put your head together with our CEO, Cindy Tyler, and she'll provide the advice you need for the box you want to create. (Schedule a phone call by clicking here)
As Brittani prepares for the 2022 Winter Paralympics, many of us who have had the pleasure of meeting her are rallying to support her trip in any way we can. I have dedicated some of the resources of my own company to help Brittani share her story and touch more people's lives, in addition to supporting her journey to the next Paralympics.
Planning on extra product sales this holiday season? Whether you need to print more copies, research holiday shipping deadlines, calculate postage, or just get some help with fulfilling all those orders, we can help.
Have you ever watched a YouTube unboxing video?
can help you choose the right size.)