apollo insurance formal proposal
Need: Approximately 50
Likes: Likes Taste of KC Type Gifting, Branded Options, the Spotlight Gifts like Old Fashioned Gift Suite or Hot Toddy Gift Suite, Pickwick Branded Candle, Totes with Hang Tag for $50 Tier. Mix but can/should lean food and snack heavy
Budget: $50 or Under Tier - $150 or Under Tier
Proposal:
The Kansas City Box team has curated a selection of customizable gift components based on your overall vision from our exploratory conversation. These specific gifts have a greater emphasis on quality over quantity paired with a unique unboxing experience. We create our proposals with every detail in mind. For this reason, you will find a detailed description of proposed components, a breakdown of logo incorporation, cost, shipping options, and more. We understand sometimes it’s hard to visualize what your custom gift will come together to look like. Once we hear your feedback on what you like/dislike the team will create a complete gift and photograph for your review. Complete gift suite photos also come stock with your gift package.
*Proposed components are subject to availability
Gift inspiration and photo sample
Proposed gift conents
This proposed gift includes:
High Quality Black Cardboard Box with Magnetic Closure
Pickwick Candle
This item can be customized to Apollo Insurance for no additional charge. Minimum purchase of 48 candles.
Annedore’s Plaza Lights Chocolate Bulb
Unique and fun twist on a small chocolate item. We’d select the red or green bulb to compliment the gift components and branding.
Stuffed with Black Crinkle Paper
Custom Gift Insert with Logo Incorporation and Custom Gift Messaging
Gift Insert Outlining the Shop Local Nature of the Gift
Tied with Satin Ribbon
Apollo Insurance Logo Hang Tag
Optional Upgrade/add ons
The Kansas City Wlle is a high quality koozie and the high quality black leather coaster set are both made by Sandlot Goods in collaboration with Charlie Hustle and the KC Negro League Museaum. A potion of each of these are donated to the KC Negro League Museum. Great for keeping canned drinks cold/warm this is a great addition to any tailgate gift.
Wlle: $14
Heart KC Leather Coaster Set: $20
Proposed gift conents
This proposed gift includes many of our best sellers!
Wooden Keepsake Crate with optional upgraded branding.
We’re are solely offering wooden crates this holiday season for the wood vessel option. They’re larger in size and a higher quality wood (sturdy) than previous crates like the Commerce photo sample shown above.
Roasterie Holiday Blend Coffee
Andres Swiss Chocolate Covered Almonds
Hard to stop snacking on these treats! We’d select a box that’s split half dark/half milk chocolate
Joe’s Kansas City x Rieger Collaboration Whiskey BBQ Sauce
Unique glass bottle BBQ collaboration and great gift item!
Kansas City Canning Co 7 Pepper Jelly
Pickwick Candle
This item can be customized to Apollo Insurance for no additional charge. Minimum purchase of 48 candles.
Heart KC Leather Coaster Set
These high quality Heart KC black leather coasters are made by Sandlot Goods in collaboration with Charlie Hustle and the KC Negro League Museaum. A potion of each of these are donated to the KC Negro League Museum.
Want to swap this for a sweet treat instead of a keepsake item? We recommend Cocoavino Chocolate Jar or ask your gift rep for more options.
Stuffed with Black Crinkle Paper
Custom Gift Insert with Logo Incorporation and Custom Gift Messaging
Gift Insert Outlining the Shop Local Nature of the Gift
Tied with Red Satin Ribbon
Gift inspiration and photo sample
Proposed gift conents
This mini charcuterie would include:
High Quality Black Cardboard Box with Magnetic Closure
Cracker Set
We selected this box for the quality of cracker and the packaging which compliments the black/red theme overall
La Cucieria Salami
This is not a KC Local product but it is a product from Iowa that produces a quality product and support small and rural midwest farms!
Andres Swiss x Rieger Whiskey Chocolate Bombs
Great to enjoy on their own or pop in your coffee for an extra treat!
Janet’s Fine Compotes
Like Kansas City Canning Co these are a. great mini product for Charcuterie Themed gifts. This is a sweet and savory combination flavor.
Stuffed with Black Crinkle Paper
Seasonal Sprig of Greenery
Custom Gift Insert with Logo Incorporation and Custom Gift Messaging
Gift Insert Outlining the Shop Local Nature of the Gift
Tied with Red Satin Ribbon
Apollo Insurance Logo Hang Tag
Optional Upgrade/add ons
Upgrade the Janet’s Fine Compotes Jar to a larger Kansas City Canning Co Jar.
Kansas City Canning Co: $5 upgrade or $12 total
Proposed gift conents
This proposed gift includes:
Wooden Keepsake Crate with optional upgraded branding.
We’er are solely offering wooden crates this holiday season for the wood vessel option. They’re larger in size and a higher quality wood (sturdy) than previous crates like the Commerce photo sample shown above.
Cracker Set
We selected this box for the quality of cracker and the packaging which compliments the black/green theme overall
Choice of Alma Creamery or Better Cheddar 48th Street Reserve
Aged Cheddar Cheese - Does require 2 day delivery
48th Street Reserve - Does not require 2 day delivery but is $2 high in price making the gift total $152 even. Packaging is not as elevated.
Andres Swiss Chocolate Covered Almonds
Hard to stop snacking on these treats! We’d select a box that’s split half dark/half milk chocolate
Kansas City Canning Co Bloody Mary Mix Jar
Multi-serving glass jar
La Cucieria Salami
This is not a KC Local product but it is a product from Iowa that produces a quality product and support small and rural midwest farms!
Kansas City Canning Co - 7 Pepper Jelly
Kansas City Canning Co - Rosemary Fig or Selected Sweet Spread
Heart KC Leather Coaster Set
These high quality Heart KC black leather coasters are made by Sandlot Goods in collaboration with Charlie Hustle and the KC Negro League Museaum. A potion of each of these are donated to the KC Negro League Museum.
Stuffed with Black Crinkle Paper
Seasonal Sprig of Greenery
Custom Gift Insert with Logo Incorporation and Custom Gift Messaging
Gift Insert Outlining the Shop Local Nature of the Gift
Tied with Red Satin Ribbon
Optional Upgrade/add ons
Swap the Heart KC black leather coasters for a 9oz rocks glass with Apollo Insurance logo engraved.
logo engraved glassware: savings of $6.00 to swap the leather coasters for this items or $14.00 add on
Gift inspiration and photo sample
Proposed gift conents
This proposed mini BBQ gift includes:
High Quality Black Cardboard Box with Magnetic Closure
Rufus Teague BBQ Ranch Nuts
Brand new item just now hitting shelves for the holiday season! A fun twist on bbq gift item and a snack that can be enjoyed on the spot
Jack Stack Mini Set
These are a part of our top selling gift the Taste of Kansas City. They’re a mini duo from Jack Stack containing their original BBQ sauce and All Purpose Seasoning. If you haven’t tried their All Purpose seasoning it’s amazing with just about everything!
Gates BBQ Sauce Bottle
We selected this bottle because it’s not a mini but not a full size bottle either making it great for this price point. Gates is one of the only Black owned BBQ companies mass producing and professionally packaging their BBQ sauce bottles for purchase. We love to add them for this reason!
Craft Beer Beef Jerky
Always popular among our males recipients this is a nice add on to a BBQ themed gift. These are made in collaboration with various breweries around the metro and the packaging nicely compliments the subtle greens for Commerce.
Stuffed with Black Crinkle Paper
Seasonal Sprig of Greenery
Custom Gift Insert with Logo Incorporation and Custom Gift Messaging
Gift Insert Outlining the Shop Local Nature of the Gift
Tied with Red Satin Ribbon
Apollo Insurance Logo Hang Tag
PROPOSED GIFT CONENTS
This proposed BBQ gift set includes:
Wooden Keepsake Crate with optional upgraded branding.
We’er are solely offering wooden crates this holiday season for the wood vessel option. They’re larger in size and a higher quality wood (sturdy) than previous crates like the Commerce photo sample shown above.
Rufus Teague BBQ Ranch Nuts
Brand new item just now hitting shelves for the holiday season! A fun twist on bbq gift item and a snack that can be enjoyed on the spot
Joe’s Kansas City x Rieger Collaboration Whiskey BBQ Sauce
Unique glass bottle BBQ collaboration and great gift item!
Kansas City Canning Co - 7 Pepper Jelly
Kansas City Canning Co - Vanilla Peach Bourbon Preserves
Joe’s French Fry Seasoning
Another very popular and best selling seasoning.
Rufus Teague Meat Rub Seasoning
Heart KC Wlle
2 Heart KC coasters - brand new item that’s already been a best seller this holiday season.
Craft Beer Beef Jerky
Always popular among our males recipients this is a nice add on to a BBQ themed gift. These are made in collaboration with various breweries around the metro and the packaging nicely compliments the subtle greens for Commerce.
Jack Stack Mini Set
These are a part of our top selling gift the Taste of Kansas City. They’re a mini duo from Jack Stack containing their original BBQ sauce and All Purpose Seasoning. If you haven’t tried their All Purpose seasoning it’s amazing with just about everything!
Choice of Q39 BBQ Sauce - Honey Glaze or Original
Stuffed with Black Crinkle Paper
Seasonal Sprig of Greenery
Custom Gift Insert with Logo Incorporation and Custom Gift Messaging
Gift Insert Outlining the Shop Local Nature of the Gift
Tied with Red Satin Ribbon
Gift inspiration and photo sample
Proposed gift conents
Hot Toddy: $55
We included this gift just as an extra something that’s a little different from the rest above and selected from gifts that are trending this year.
High Quality Cardboard Box with Magnetic Closure
Chai Tea Sachets
Glass Raw Honey Jar
Kansas City Camper Mug
Louisburg Cinnamon Sticks
Louisburg Cider Spices
Hot Toddy Recipe Card
Stuffed with Ivory Crinkle Paper
Seasonal Sprig of Greenery
Custom Gift Insert with Logo Incorporation and Custom Gift Messaging
Gift Insert Outlining the Shop Local Nature of the Gift
Tied with Red Satin Ribbon
Apollo Insurance Logo Hang Tag
Not Included - Makers Mark Shooters
**In order to include alcohol Apollo would need to provide to KC Box. These shooters average $5 each. We can not purchase on your behalf.
Gift inspiration and photo sample
Proposed gift conents
Old fashioned: $145
We included this gift just as an extra something that’s a little different from the rest above and selected from gifts that are trending this year.
Housed in a Wooden Keepsake Box with Sliding Lid
2 9oz Rocks Glasses with Apollo Insurance Engraving
Luxe Old Fashioned Sugar Cubes from Teaspressa
One cube packs bitters flavors and even the fresh orange garnish component to make for a quick drink on the go, at home, or in the air!
Black Walnut Bitters
We love Black Walnut Bitters from Strongwater. We pair this bitters with the recipe provided in the gift. The Kansas City Old Fashioned is traditionally made with black walnut bitters and this is a nice and subtle nod to that fact.
Dried Orange Slices or Choice of Dried Blood Orange Slices
Whiskey Ice Spere
Nothing completes a craft cocktail “fancy ice”. Perfect addition to any cocktail kit.
Old Fashioned Recipe Card
Stuffed with Crinkle Paper
Seasonal Sprig of Greenery
Custom Gift Insert with Logo Incorporation and Custom Gift Messaging
Gift Insert Outlining the Shop Local Nature of the Gift
Tied with Red Satin Ribbon
Apollo Insurance Logo Hang Tag
Each of your proposed gift options includes a logo hang tag and double faced satin ribbon like the photo samples above and below.
Gift inspiration and photo sample
If you’d like the Apollo Insurance logo wood burned into the selected wooden crate gifts this can added for a one time set up fee of $500.00. This purchases the branding plate and all associated labor costs. This fee covers any/all future orders.
For a personalized component and bringing a cohesiveness between the gift, your business and desired messaging we recommend including an informational insert and custom gift message. These are a prime opportunity to convey any choice messaging and reason for the gift. Have our team create an insert similar to those pictured here or create your own.
Any business with an in-house graphic design team is encouraged to utilize their skill set and their familiarity with your brand.
Option to professionally print any provided messaging is included with your gift cost.
RECAP
As a recap - This proposal incorporates curation of customized gift components intended to reflect your likes/dislikes from our initial conversation including being comprised part keepsake item part edible items all while featuring local KC brands/small business with wood and cardboard box options, taste of kc, charcuterie, and cocktail kits. All gift components have an emphasis on quality over quantity and the entirety of our proposed gift includes all custom design work at the $50 - $150 gift budget. These gifts are in no way set in stone and we can accommodate or adjust any products or budget as you see fit.
If you’d like to discuss additional gift options or make any adjustments to the proposed gifts please let your gift rep know and they’ll be happy to assist.
Thank you so much for reaching out and taking time to consider the Kansas City Box for your custom gifting. We would be incredibly honored to work with you! If you have any questions, or would like to proceed with gift orders please do not hesitate to reach out via email at hello@kansascitybox.com or b2bgifting@kansascitybox.com. Scroll below to review 10 of our most frequently asked questions.
Best,
Katie Thompson
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