The Donna Bender Company

The Donna Bender Company Chief GIVE-ologist™ /Branding Strategist with creative solutions to build your business by GIVING. For more info visit: www.donnabender.com

Do you know the difference between gifts and branded products and how to use them both to grow your business? I’m Donna Bender, a Branding Strategist and GIVE-ologist™ who has proven that you can build long-lasting business relationships in a meaningful, fun, and profitable way by GIVING. My passion is to provide creative solutions to build your brand, whether that’s finding the perfect gifts to s

how appreciation or using the right branded products to stand out from your competition-

I want to invite you to my online Show & Tell, which I host monthly on the last Tuesday of every month at 1:00 PM CST where I will show you how I have used branded products and gifts to build my business for the last seventeen years. We talk trends, tips, and tricks, to increase YOUR sales for 2023 with a live Q & A. You will discover:
* The types of gifts to give no matter your budget
* When to give and when not to give
* Confidently know why and how to give

If planned well, giving Client Gifts, ( which for me is something that I LOVE to do), can become one of the most effective ways to build long-lasting client relationships that will not only retain them, but also engage prospects, and increase referrals ….it will grow your business and help you meet your business goals.

06/11/2026

You Don’t Need 100 Ideas. You Need the RIGHT One.

Marketing can start to feel overwhelming fast.

Too many holidays.

Too many products.

Too many choices.

But sometimes the best client appreciation ideas are the simplest ones.

National Hot Dog Day.

A fun surprise.

A small gesture that makes people smile and reminds them they matter.

You do not need to celebrate every holiday or chase every trend.

Sometimes all it takes is ONE thoughtful idea done well.

That’s where strategy matters.

The right branded gift or promotion should feel intentional, memorable, and connected to your audience — not random.

That personal touch is what people remember.

Join us LIVE on July 28th at 1:00 PM CST | 2:00 PM EST for The BIG Show & Tell—where EDUTAINMENT meets practical tips, trends, and the right branded merch and gift ideas to help you grow your business and drive BIG marketing results.

Check out all the replays on my website (link in bio).

“I believe gifting doesn’t work when it's reactive. But it works when it's planned.”- Donna Bender, Branding & Marketing...
06/10/2026

“I believe gifting doesn’t work when it's reactive. But it works when it's planned.”

- Donna Bender, Branding & Marketing Strategist, Certified Master GIVE-ologist®, and host of The BIG Show & Tell

06/09/2026

Overwhelmed by Swag Bags? Here’s What to Do

For many business owners, being asked to create a swag bag quickly turns into an overwhelming task.

There are too many choices, not enough time, and often no clear direction on what will actually make an impact.

That’s where strategy becomes essential.

It’s not about selecting random items—it’s about choosing products that align with your audience, your message, and your business goals.

When approached this way, the process becomes more manageable—and far more effective.

Join us LIVE on July 28th at 1:00 PM CST | 2:00 PM EST for The BIG Show & Tell—where EDUTAINMENT meets practical tips, trends, and the right branded merch and gift ideas to help you grow your business and drive BIG marketing results.

Check out all the replays on my website (link in bio).

06/08/2026

A Perspective That Feels Timely Right Now!

This week’s newsletter just went out.
I share marketing ideas, trends, and real-world insights designed to help you make smarter, more intentional decisions.

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06/08/2026

This Isn’t a Missed Opportunity—It’s One You Should Take

Opportunities like this show up more often than people realize—golf tournaments, conferences, sponsored events.

The question is whether you recognize their value.

These environments give you access to an audience that is engaged, present, and spending extended time at the event.
That’s a rare combination.

The impact, however, comes down to the product.

If it’s low quality, it’s forgotten.

If it’s useful and well thought out, it stays in use—and keeps your brand visible long after the event is over.

And often, the difference in cost is minimal.

It’s not about increasing your budget.

It’s about applying strategy.

Join us LIVE on July 28th at 1:00 PM CST | 2:00 PM EST for The BIG Show & Tell—where EDUTAINMENT meets practical tips, trends, and the right branded merch and gift ideas to help you grow your business and drive BIG marketing results.

Check out all the replays on my website (link in bio).

One goal I have always had was to INSPIRE one person every day...“It seemed to me that the people who were genuinely thr...
06/06/2026

One goal I have always had was to INSPIRE one person every day...

“It seemed to me that the people who were genuinely thriving in their lives are the ones who made room for well-being, wisdom, wonder, and giving!”

ARIANNA HUFFINGTON

To learn more about how to strategically use the right branded merch and gifts to grow your business, check out my New B...
06/05/2026

To learn more about how to strategically use the right branded merch and gifts to grow your business, check out my New Blog Post, where I feature a NEW Product each week (link in bio)

06/04/2026

Who This Show Is For (And Why It Matters)

For business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, and marketers, the challenge isn’t access to ideas—it’s knowing what actually works.

This show focuses on using branded products and gifting strategies more intentionally to support relationship-building and revenue growth.

It’s not about doing more—it’s about choosing better.

That’s where results begin to change.

Join us LIVE on July 28th at 1:00 PM CST | 2:00 PM EST for The BIG Show & Tell—where EDUTAINMENT meets practical tips, trends, and the right branded merch and gift ideas to help you grow your business and drive BIG marketing results.

Check out all the replays on my website (link in bio).

“I believe taking care of your team with the same intention you give your clients changes everything.”- Don...
06/03/2026

“I believe taking care of your team with the same intention you give your clients changes
everything.”

- Donna Bender, Branding & Marketing Strategist, Certified Master GIVE-ologist®, and host of The BIG Show & Tell

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