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Bennett Recognition Award Featured at 2010 NAACP Image Awards

2010-03-10T10:32:00.000-08:00

Bennett Awards provided a distinctive recognition award that was presented at the 2010 NAACP Image Awards. The unique award "Legends 2000" was presented to Lee Elder in honor of the 35th anniversary of his historic entry into the Masters Golf Tournament. This Bennett recognition award was presented to Elder at an awards reception and presentation held on February 25, 2010, at Trump National Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. The unique award was given to Elder as part of the 41st Annual NAACP Image Awards Celebrity Golf Challenge.

Lee Elder is an inspirational, trail-blazing American Golfer who became the first African-American to play in the prestigious Masters Golf Tournament (1975). He is well known for his accomplishments on the golf course, as well as his many contributions to charitable causes and his sustained efforts fighting racism.

The NAACP Image Awards is the nation’s premier event celebrating the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color in the arts, as well as those individuals or groups who promote social justice through their creative endeavors.

Custom Corporate Awards Developed for NuVasive

2010-03-03T14:51:00.000-08:00

Awards designed and produced custom corporate awards for NuVasive, a medical device company focused in the design, development and marketing of products for the surgical treatment of spine disorders. Bennett Awards worked with NuVasive to develop a custom awards design in the shape of a large “bowl”, with a 3-D relief on the side shaped like a cheetah with flames. The cheetah and flame relief was based on the NuVasive corporate logo. These custom corporate awards are called the “Cheetah Awards”, and are presented to NuVasive’s Cheetah Award Winners, which are their employees of the year. Two custom corporate awards were created: one perpetual custom award, which is prominently displayed in the NuVasive corporate lobby, and one additional custom award, which will be passed between the Cheetah Award Winners. These unique corporate awards were initially presented on January 30, 2010, at the NuVasive Annual Meeting & Cheetah Ball, held in San Diego, California. Moving forward, these corporate awards will be presented each year to the Cheetah Award Winner, and the winner’s name will be etched in the marble base of the perpetual corporate award that is displayed at NuVasive.

These custom awards stand approximately 13” tall. The perpetual corporate award is mounted on a 9”x9”x9” black marble base. The base is inscribed with the company name, logo, and award name, and will include the name of each Cheetah Award Winner. The travelling corporate award is mounted on a 9”x3” black marble base. These unique awards are produced in pewter, and have a high-polished pewter finish. A closer view of these unique custom corporate awards can be seen by clicking the following link: "NuVasive Cheetah Corporate Awards".

Bennett Award Presented at 2010 Winter Olympics

2010-02-24T15:12:00.000-08:00

Bennett Awards recently produced a new recognition award for the International Association of Financial A Bennett recognition award was recently presented at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, Canada. This Bennett recognition award was utilized as by U.S. Speedskating and the U.S. Olympic Committee for the President’s Award for Lifetime Achievement. This recognition award was presented to Ottavio Cinquanta, the President of the International Skating Union. This unique award was presented to Cinquanta at a special recognition awards luncheon held February 19, 2010, at the USA House in downtown Vancouver. The event was jointly sponsored by US Speedskating and the U.S. Olympic Committee. The unique award "Amber Blaze" was used for this prestigious awards presentation.

Brilliant

2010-02-18T17:15:00.000-08:00

Do you have someone in your organization that stands out above the rest? If so, you should begin to recognize their efforts with a Bennett Recognition Award.

Specifically, you should recognize them with a Brilliant recognition award.

This is a beautiful award that symbolizes many things about someone. It can mean that they are a star in your company and that they out perform others around them. Or, it could mean that they are on their way to the top. They are a shining star that is a team player and they want nothing but the best.

With the Brilliant recognition award, you will be able to say everything you want to say about someone with one award. This award is stunning and will not go unnoticed by anyone because it is standing at a perfect six to seven inch height. Another great feature you get when ordering, is the option of three gorgeous finishes that will help add to the beauty and meaning of this award.

Recognize the stars in your organization today with the Brilliant recognition award from Bennett Awards today.

Custom Recognition Awards

2010-02-18T17:05:00.000-08:00

Is your company in search of an award that represents you and only you? Do want a recognition award that fits your vision? If this describes your wants, then Bennett Awards is your place to go for all things awards.

Here at Bennett Awards,we strive to not only have the best awards, but to make the best awards. All of our awards are designed by renowned artists who have been in the business for years.

Our custom awards are just that, custom. When you decide that a custom award is the right fit for your needs, our team of experts will work with you to assure that you get exactly what you want. We want you to love every aspect of your award, after all, you are giving it to someone because of their accomplishments and you want them to be proud of what they receive.

As you can see from our corporate recognition awards, our design team is very creative with what they have. We use some of the finest materials to make our awards so that you can be proud to display them for years to come.

So, if you are interested in an award but don't see a design you like, give us a call. We will work with you to design the custom recognition award of your dreams and make it a reality.

Corporate Awards Created for IAFE/SunGard

2010-02-16T13:00:00.000-08:00

Bennett Awards recently produced a new corporate award for the International Association of Financial Engineers (IAFE) and SunGard. The award was part of a corporate awards program presented annually by IAFE and SunGard called the IAFE/SunGard Financial Engineer of the Year Awards. These corporate awards are presented each year to an individual who has made a significant contribution in the development and creative application of financial engineering. The recipient of this prestigious award was Richard Roll, the Japan Alumni Chair in International Finance UCLA’s Andersen Graduate School of Business. This Bennett corporate award was presented by David Rowe of SunGard and Richard Lindsey, Chairman of the IAFE. The awards presentation was held on February 4, 2010, at the IAFE/SunGard Award Gala Dinner at the New York Stock Exchange in New York City.

The unique Bennett corporate award "Passage in Time" was selected for this distinctive award. This unique award was produced in gold-plated pewter, and featured gold-filled engraving on its black marble base that specified the name of the award and recipient information.

Helping Hands

2010-02-12T13:46:00.000-08:00

Many things in life can't be done by ourselves, although many people do think that they can do everything themselves. For those that work together towards a common goal, we have an award that will recognize their accomplishments.

The Helping Hands recognition award is a truly unique award that symbolizes team work through its impressionistic design.

It features two hands that have come together to accomplish a common goal. This is a great award for teams in the corporate world and many other settings.

This award was designed specifically for those who have worked hard and dedicated their time and efforts into something that is positive and productive. Helping Hands recognition awards are great for those involved in a lot of charity work!

If you believe a team of people deserves to be recognized for all of their accomplishments, then make sure you distinguish their accomplishments with the Helping Hands.

Uplift

2010-02-12T12:37:00.000-08:00

If your company needs an all purpose award because you just aren't sure which one to to get, then you will want to take a look at the Uplift recognition award.

This is a truly unique award that has many possibilities. As its name implies, it may may be used for those that lift others up to the next level or for people who are just motivational to all those around them.

Whatever your award needs are, the Uplift recognition award is an award you should consider. Although its name implies one thing, it really can be used for anything that you see it fit for.

This is a beautifully designed wavy glass bowl. It's shape and colors are what gives it its uplifting appearance. It is great for corporations because the colors that it features are customizable so it is that much more special to the recipient.

Order the Uplift recognition award today to boost the confidence and spirits of its recipients!

Sutter Health Selects Bennett Corporate Awards

2010-02-10T13:50:00.000-08:00

Sutter Health, a network of hospitals and physicians in Northern California serving over 100 cities, has selected Bennett Awards for some of their prestigious annual corporate awards. Bennett Awards has been providing Sutter Health with unique corporate awards for their annual President’s Awards. The President’s Awards are awarded on an annual basis to the Sutter Health affiliate who has achieved the top performance, or shown the most improvement, relative to Sutter Health’s dashboard measures. These metrics include clinical quality, service excellence, community benefit & charity care, employee &

Sutter Awards has used a variety of Bennett Awards for these high-end corporate awards. Two of the more prominent corporate awards designs they have used are "Breakthrough" and "Freedom II". These unique corporate awards are typically presented by Patrick Fry, CEO and President of Sutter Health.

Rev. Billy Graham Receives Bennett Recognition Award

2010-02-05T11:33:00.000-08:00

he Reverend Billy Graham recently received a special Bennett Recognition Award. This recognition award was presented to the Rev. Graham by Trinity College of Florida. The recognition award was a instantiation of an annual award given by Trinity College called the “Macedonian Call Award”. This unique award is given annually to select individuals who through speech, life, love, faith and purity exemplify the shared core values of Trinity College of Florida in serving humanity. Recipients of this recognition award have modeled personal integrity, global influence, and eternal impact of the highest levels of society.

he recipients of this prestigious and honorable recognition award compose an elite group of followers of Jesus Christ devoted to the ongoing advancement of the Kingdom of God. The President of Trinity College of Florida, in consultation with the College community, selects the recipient. The award is presented annually in May.

The Rev. Graham was presented with the Bennett recognition award "Amber Blaze". This unique award was presented to Rev. Graham by Trinity College of Florida’s President, Dr. O’Farrell, at the Trinity College of Florida Awards and Fundraising Dinner held at the Tampa Bay Grand Hyatt in Tampa Bay, Florida. Accepting the award on Rev. Graham’s behalf was his daughter, Ruth Graham (shown in photo above).

The Rev. Billy Graham is one of the most recognized and respected spiritual leaders in the world. He has been a spiritual advisor to multiple U.S. Presidents, and was recently named #7 on the Gallup list of most admired people for the 21st Century.

Soul Mates

2010-02-04T16:20:00.000-08:00

Finding true harmony in any partnership can be a very difficult task. Even in marriages things don't always go smoothly and that carries over to partnerships in the world of business, teams, etc. Everything takes practice and hard work.

The Soul Mates recognition award allows us to see those who make superb partners in the world of business or wherever it may be applicable.

When partners are recognized with the Soul Mates award, they will be seen as a model partnership. One that is unified to its purest form. This partnership is driven by a common goal, a shared purpose. With their minds and efforts together, they can achieve any common goal.

Soul Mates recognition award is one of a kind and with it's beautiful artistry, you can see exactly what it represents. After everything mentioned above, it simply represents everything you could ever ask for in a partnership.

Don't allow those who work so harmoniously together go unrecognized, present them with the Soul Mates award for all of their great achievements.

Dimension

2010-02-04T16:06:00.000-08:00

Have a person who is dynamic on staff is very important. They often lead your team of employees to be the best that they can be and they themselves can do anything and everything that you ask of them.

The Dimension recognition award recognizes those that portray this valuable characteristic.

The Dimension award symbolizes several different desirable traits that are all key to having success. With a lightning bolt like design, you will be happy to see that it does in fact portray the characteristics of a great employee.

With the lightning bolt design, you will be able to see the power it takes to become successful. That power that is needed is fueled by their strength and desires for being the best. These individuals also show their force and will to others so that they know they have a leader to follow in any situation. All of this, of course, is driven by their undying determination for success not only for themselves, but for the company in which they work.

If you have an employee of this caliber, don't let them go unnoticed. Make sure that they are appreciated with the Dimension recognition award.

Solidarity

2010-01-28T21:08:00.000-08:00

Working as a single unit can be difficult at time in today's society where everyone is different and unique. Solidarity represents those professional relationships that stand tall and strong against all odds and accomplish great things.

An impressionistic award, the Solidarity recognition award is a one of a kind sculpture. It depicts the unity that is required by us to accomplish wonderful things in life. It makes for a great professional award to those teams that have come together to achieve a common goal no matter the difficulty.

Solidarity is for teams that have unified for success. It features an impressionistic design that is representative of three figures coming together as a single unit, a burning flame. The figures have come together because as a unit they can accomplish things far greater than what they could have as single entity.

For those who strive to succeed as a team for the greater good, the Solidarity recognition award is the perfect award for them.

Global Presence

2010-01-28T20:59:00.000-08:00

Making our world a better place is a very difficult task. For those that strive to do so, a round of applause and many other things is well deserved. One of those other things that is deserved is the Global Presence recognition award.

This is a beautiful award that is designed to recognize those who have taken the initiative to make the world a better place for all of us.

The Global Presence recognition award makes a great award for not only individuals, but for companies and organizations as well. Taking the time to try and do better for our precious planet is important. There are those of us who do a small part in taking care of the planet and then there are those of us who are dedicated to eradicating all things evil.

Our world is all we have and once we destroy it and take advantage of it too much, there is nothing else. We need to not only take care of the planet but take care of everything else that goes with it; the people, the habitats, the resources, etc.

The Global Presence recognition award is a great award for those who are dedicated the globe and for all their efforts to make it a better place for all of us!

Corporate Awards Produced for Radiation Oncology Institute

2010-01-27T15:32:00.000-08:00

The American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ASTRO) recently selected Bennett corporate awards for their ROI (Radiation Oncology Institute) Triumph Awards. These corporate awards were presented in recognition of contributions to the ROI Vision of Value Campaign, which raised nearly $9 million to focus on the future of the ROI. The unique corporate awards called "Triumph", created by Bennett Awards artist MK Shannon, were used for this prestigious presentation. 21 of these unique awards were produced for ASTRO. The Triumph corporate recognition awards used for this awards presentation were 7” tall, and mounted on an engraved black marble base. These sculpture awards were produced in pewter, and featured a brushed pewter finish.

These unique corporate awards were presented at the Annual ASTRO Meeting, held at the Palmer House Hilton in Chicago, IL. The recognition award recipients included Theodore S. Lawrence, M.D, Ph.D., FASTRO, and Colleen Lawton, M.D., FASTRO, who were recognized for their leadership and contributions to the campaign.

Global Sol

2010-01-23T20:19:00.000-08:00

Our world is a big place and it can't take care of itself. It needs us to do that for her.

For those is any situation who show a continued support for Mother Nature, the Global Sol recognition award is perfect for honoring their accomplishments in making the world a better place.

Often times taking care of our planet can be time consuming and a daunting task. The Global Sol recognition award is simply beautiful and is very symbolic of the energy and spirit within those who believe that it is their responsibility to be the caretaker of our planet.

It features the earth and a sun-burst that surrounds it. It symbolizes the burst of energy and spirit that is within all of us and those who are socially and environmentally responsible.

The Global Sol recognition award is perfect for those who are actively and passionately involved in social and environmental issues.

Amber Blaze--The Fire Within

2010-01-23T20:06:00.000-08:00

Every now and then we are blessed with the passions and skills of someone special. Whether it be a co-worker, employee or even a team mate, these people drive all of us to be better at everything we do.

The Amber Blaze recognition award symbolizes this passion that is within these individuals. This type of person loves to succeed and make those around them better.

The Amber Blaze symbolizes the fire within us. It is an abstract piece that shows the vitality and warmth that engulfs certain individuals. The flame is meant to bring about progression, constant movement towards something better. this award is perfect for those who want to continue towards a better surrounding environment and someone who has goals in life.

The fire within should be recognized with the Amber Blaze recognition award--the award for those with a passion for success.

Custom Awards Designed for Philadelphia Marathon

2010-01-20T15:30:00.000-08:00

Bennett Awards was recently commissioned by the City of Philadelphia to create a custom awards design for the Philadelphia Marathon. This unique custom awards design is based on a sculptural, 3-dimensional artistic interpretation of the Philadelphia Marathon logo. This Philadelphia Marathon logo features a running foot with wings behind its heel (similar to “Mercury”) and a star atop the logo. These unique awards were created as a special award called the “Mayor’s Mercury Award”. Bennett Awards artist Tom Bennett created the custom awards design based on the City of Philadelphia’s specifications. These unique awards were produced in pewter, and stand 12” tall. These custom awards feature a brushed pewter finish, and are mounted on a black marble base with the name of the award engraved in the base using silver fill. The award can be seen by clicking the following link:"Philadelphia Marathon Custom Awards".

Freedom II

2010-01-16T10:25:00.000-08:00

Having independence and freedom in any organization is extremely important. When an employee exerts these two characteristics along with others, you will have a great team of employees.

The Freedom II recognition award represents everything there is when it comes to freedom and independence. It's graceful and flowing lines are indicative of what freedom is all about. Achievement can also be seen in this abstract design. Something with such beauty and elegance can really symbolize many great things.

With this abstract design based on the appearance of the majestic eagle, you can only imagine what this award represents; there are just so many possibilities.

If you have an employee or anyone else you know who is deserving of a recognition award, then the Freedom II is the recognition award for you. It has so many opportunities for different meaning and will surely mean something to whom ever receives it.

Custom Awards Developed for OUTMusic Awards

2010-01-13T17:55:00.000-08:00

Bennett Awards recently completed the creation of custom awards for the 2010 OUTMusic Awards (OMA’s). The OUTMusic Awards are awarded to honorees to celebrate, honor and give recognition to the best recording artists in the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) recording and entertainment industry. The OUTMusic Awards are the most prestigious award in the LGBT music industry.

These unique custom awards were presented to recipients at the OUTMusic 2010 Music Awards Ceremony, held December 8, 2009 at Webster Hall in New York City. The awards event were co-sponsored by LOGO/MTV Network and the LGBT Recording Academy. The awards ceremony was hosted by Kate Clinton and Rodney Chester. Recipients of these Bennett custom awards included Adam Lambert, Pink, and Deborah Harry.

Bennett Awards created these unique custom awards based on a custom award design provided by OUTMusic and Luis Perez. The unique awards feature a realistic representation of a microphone on top of a cylinder-shaped base. These unique custom awards are created in pewter, and feature a gold-plated finish. The unique awards stand 10” tall, and feature an engraved plate on their base with the name of the award and recipient. For the 2010 OUTMusic Awards, Bennett Awards produced 30 custom awards. The design of these unique awards can be seen by clicking the following link: "OUTMusic Custom Awards".

OUTMusic is the premier non-profit organization dedicated to honoring, supporting and advocating on behalf of LGBT recording artists and performers. Its mission is to ensure that OUTMusic artists and entertainers have equal and inclusive presence in the mainstream entertainment industry. More information on the OUTMusic Awards and organization can be seen by visiting their website: "OUTMusic Awards".

Harmonize Recognition Award

2010-01-09T10:14:00.000-08:00

Creating something harmonious means something that is compatible, it's something that flows smoothly together. The Harmonize recognition award symbolizes many things that are harmonious.

This is a great recognition award for those who are in the music industry. It features a musical note that flows smoothly with clean lines that define its shape. The beauty and grace that it represents is unparalleled.

The Harmonize recognition award is perfect for anyone who is in the music industry, entertainment or creative industries. The optional globe in the center of this beautiful piece gives an added global perspective on these fields. With the globe you can expand its meaning to any individual or organization that works to create harmony on earth.

For those that work in harmony--whether in the music or entertainment industries or even on earth--the Harmonize recognition award is perfect for an individual or an organization. Anyone who receives this beautiful award will be proud knowing that they are appreciated.

Wild Fire Recognition Award

2010-01-09T09:54:00.000-08:00

Working in harmony as a team is always a great thing. With everyone being so different and unique, this is often a rare commodity. A recognition award for working in a team can only be beneficial to you as an employer and to its recipients.

The Wild Fire recognition award is one of the most beautiful recognition awards made. It symbolizes the team aspect of work so that great things can be accomplished. Working harmoniously has never yielded such great awards until now.

Also, this is a great recognition award for those that show their fiery passion for what they do. You can see in the award that it starts calm but as you work your way up, it becomes more lively. It represents someone that is willing to get the job done and get it done with nothing less than success.

The Wild Fire recognition award is remarkable in its appearance and anyone would be honored to receive an award with such beauty. What it represents requires such hard work and dedication and anyone who receives this recognition award would be proud to own it.

Customs Awards Presented at AMEC Counsel of the Year Awards

2010-01-06T16:00:00.000-08:00

The Association of Media and Entertainment Counsel (AMEC) commissioned custom awards from Bennett Awards for their recently presented 2009 Media & Entertainment Counsel of the Year Awards. These custom awards are the only awards designed to honor attorneys who are part of the leadership at the major global media and entertainment companies. The Association of Media and Entertainment Counsel (AMEC) is the leading trade association serving general counsel and business affairs attorneys at media and entertainment companies and law firm practices. These unique, custom awards were presented at a Gala Luncheon held at the legendary House of Blues in West Hollywood, CA.

The 2009 recipients of these unique awards included Michael Fricklas of Viacom (Counsel of the Year Award); Mitchell, Silberberg & Knupp (Law Firm of the Year Award); Matthew G. Matzkin of Warner Brothers Television (Rising Star Award); and David Steinberg of Sony (PWC Dan Brandhorst Memorial Dealmaker Award).

Bennett Awards artist MK Shannon created the AMEC Counsel of the Year custom awards design, which can be viewed by clicking the following link: "AMEC Counsel of the Year Custom Awards".

Pipeline Recognition Award

2010-01-01T15:01:00.000-08:00

The energy to mover forward is one of the best character traits someone could have in today's corporate climate, or any other climate for that matter. Society has a lust and a thirst for moving forward and pursuing great things and in the business world this is no exception.

The Pipeline recognition award symbolizes this idea of moving forward. This abstract design is based on the famous surfing pipeline in Hawaii. It represents the powerful and unique forward surge that is within us. This type of power is a necessity in order to progress and better ourselves.

This type of forward progression is a rare commodity so anyone who happens to portray it, should be recognized for what they hold. The Pipeline recognition award is an award that encourages positive forward movement; anyone who receives this award should be held onto as they will be the ones who carry you into the future.

Custom Awards Created for Fangoria

2009-12-29T15:18:00.000-08:00

Bennett Awards recently completed the design and production of a new custom award for the Fangoria Lifetime Achievement Award. Bennett Awards created the custom awards design as a commission for Fangoria Entertainment, which creates and distributes electronic and printed media serving the “horror” industry. The custom awards design features an image of a skull embedded at the base of a flame-shaped abstract design. This unique award was created in pewter, and features a brushed pewter finish. This very unique custom award is mounted on a black marble base, with an engraved plate that features Fangoria’s logo, the name of the award, and the award recipient.The unique award can be viewed by clicking the following link:"Fangoria Lifetime Achievement Custom Award"

The first recipient of this custom award was Roger Corman, the legendary producer and director of Hollywood “B” movies. Corman received the unique award at the Fangoria Trinity of Terrors convention, held October 31 at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas. Corman is well known for his films based on the stories of Edgar Allen Poe, including The House of Usher, The Raven, and Tales of Terror. In 2009, Corman received a Lifetime Achievement Award for the Motion Picture Academy.