The Ultimate Northern California’s Entrepreneur Gift Guide
Have you ever wanted to send a nice gift to an entrepreneur or business owner and needed a good idea? I created this list of ten gift ideas for the entrepreneur in your life. It’s a mix of items found online and certificates from local businesses. You really can’t go wrong with any of them, this list gives you a few ideas depending on what you want to give and your budget.
When do you need to send an entrepreneur a gift? You might want to send a gift thanking them for a referral or doing business with you. You may want to send something to celebrate an opening or anniversary.
The gift ideas below are tailored for a busy Northern CA business owner but work for any occasion!
10 Northern CA Entrepreneur Gift Ideas
1. Coffee Warmer - How many times have you reached for your cup of coffee and realized it was cold? I recently learned that reheating cold coffee destroys some of the benefits. This temperature-controlled mug from Amazon is perfect for keeping that busy business owner’s coffee warm.
2. Journal or Planner - Who wouldn’t love a fresh journal or beautiful planner? You can find journals that are tailored to business owners with prompts and quotes or great planners like the ones from Erin Condren. I also love the Day Designer planner which has it all. If you want a nice blank journal, I like this high-quality journal from Amazon. Pair it with a nice pen, and it makes a great gift.
3. Wine Basket - We’re lucky to have amazing local wine to create a nice gift basket or celebratory bottle of wine. My favorites are McManis Family Vineyards and Little Vineyards. Need to grab one quickly? Stop by La Petite Vine or A Matter of Taste Bistro right here in Ripon. You can gift wine or offer a gift certificate.
4. Reed Diffuser- A cute diffuser is the perfect addition to any entrepreneur’s desk. The reed diffusers carried by Soy Jessie, who’s local to Ripon, look and smell amazing and would make a great gift!
5. Cozy Blanket -The Shoppe in Ripon carries a nice selection of Home Gifts, including beautiful and warm blankets that’ll make any workday just a bit cozier.
6. Candle - A beautiful and sweet-scented candle might just be the perfect gift. Don’t just buy a candle from anywhere. Studio Joy in Ripon offers my favorite locally poured candles. You can stop by and shop without being a Pilates member.
7. Massage Gift Certificate - Maybe you’re looking for a gift to relax and unwind. Check out local places like Natural Path Wellness Center, Be Still located inside of Divine Salon, and Resolve Aesthetics. If you want a spa-plus retreat, I recommend Wine & Rose in Lodi or The Refuge in Carmel.
8. Lunch - Treat them to a nice lunch at a favorite local establishment. The Falcon’s Lair or Primo’s are two good options (we have so many amazing options right here in Ripon) for a gift certificate. Other options I love are Relish in Escalon and Good Day Lucille in Modesto.
9. Coffee - Treat the entrepreneur in our life to their favorite caffeine or comfort drink with a local coffee gift card. The Ripon Coffee House or Austin’s Coffee Shop are two great options.
10. Brand Photography Guide Certificate - Maybe the entrepreneur you know could use something for their business. A brand photography gift certificate is a fantastic gift that would go a long way. As a business owner myself, I know just how important brand photography is and what that investment means for your business. If you’re interested in a gift certificate, send me a message here.
Supporting Entrepreneurs
Giving a thoughtful gift to the entrepreneur in your life can really make their day and strengthen your relationship. It’s a nice way to recognize their efforts or help them celebrate an accomplishment. I’m passionate about supporting our local business community, which is why I encourage you to shop local as much as possible.
If you’re a local business owner who needs brand photography, I’m happy to schedule a time to meet with you to learn more about your business and see if I can help. Just send me a message here.
The Rachael Venema Photography Studio was located in Ripon, CA, for six years and has now moved to Ankeny, IA! We do travel to Ripon for brand photography sessions, so please feel free to reach out if you’re in either Ripon, CA or Ankeny, IA.
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