A One Of A Kind Bespoke Shadowbox Gift – Personalization in Every Detail

Bespoke /bəˈspōk/ adj. custom-made; handcrafted; specialized; made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer.

When you’re looking for a personalized gift, you’ll find different levels of personalization. “Bespoke”, by definition, is more than simply engraving or etching the recipient’s name on a present. The word “bespoke” is best known for its centuries-old relationship with tailor-made suits, certainly the opposite of suits “off the rack.” So when you want a gift that is truly personalized in every detail —rather than “off the shelf”— One Of A Kind bespoke shadowboxes provide the ultimate level of personalization.
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As the Role of CEO Continues to Evolve, The Best CEO Retirement Gift Remains the Same!

The role of the Chief Executive Officer emerged early in the 20th century as modern corporations grew. The managerial structures called for individual executives to run different business units and functions. As large firms developed with lots of employees, hierarchies, and divisions, the business world started seeing more CEOs.

CEOs have always had to adapt to new challenges, but the speed and urgency with which these arise has increased dramatically over the years. For example, a CEO from the 1950s had a certain number of business-critical decisions maybe once or twice in their tenure; today, CEOs face those same kind of decisions several times a year. CEOs play an important role in providing deep, long-term thinking and finding elegant ways to align stakeholder interests with shareholder interests.

So what do you present the truly exceptional CEO upon retirement as a thank you for the years they dedicated to an organization? One Of A Kind offers the perfect solution. (more…)

Happy Founder’s Day to Wendy’s! Celebrating the Anniversary of a One Of A Kind Collaboration

It’s Founder’s Day at Wendy’s International, honoring Dave Thomas. Lawrence and I remember well when the international fast food restaurant chain approached One Of A Kind to create 3-dimensional commemorative art celebrating their first 25 years. In 1993, Denny Lynch, Wendy’s SVP, Corporate Communications, and Kitty Munger, Director of Communications, first traveled from Dublin, OH to One Of A Kind to see examples of 3-dimensional commemorative art. Dave Thomas was Chairman, Jim Near was President/CEO, and Wendy’s 25th anniversary was approaching. (more…)

A 100th Anniversary to Celebrate – Reflecting Back to 1921 and a Century of History

As 2021 draws to a close, do you know what was happening in 1921? Fun facts:

– The post office pilots flew mail from San Francisco to New York in a new record time – 33 hours and 20 minutes!

• – Ford Motor Co. produced about 55% of US automobiles.

– And 8 million women were working, with about 87% in teaching and secretarial work.

At One Of A Kind, we help companies highlight their anniversaries and celebrate their stories with 3-dimensional commemorative. Part of the creation process requires extensive research on the history of the company, which makes us naturally curious about the circumstances surrounding the formation of these organizations.
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Nautilus Insurance Group CEO Retirement Gift

How perfect that the career of our latest retiring CEO and President comes out of a shell, as Nautilus Insurance Group’s logo is the featured design element in this new retirement art.
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A CEO Tribute to Celebrate “The Energy Behind What’s Next”

Thermal Energy Corporation, also known as TECO, honored their CEO and President with a One Of A Kind 3-dimensional collage to express their appreciation for his 16 years of leadership. As the largest district cooling system in North America, the not-for-profit company is known for reliability, resiliency, energy efficiency, environmental stewardship, and being the energy behind what’s next on the Texas Medical Center campus.
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“Together. We are stronger.” A One Of A Kind Retirement Tribute

Caring Communities recently honored their founding CEO with a One Of A Kind retirement tribute. As the leading member-owned liability insurance company to exclusively serve not-for-profit senior housing and care organizations, Caring Communities boasts a 100% retention rate.
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Happy 39th Anniversary, USA TODAY!

It’s September 15, and 39 years ago today the way Americans read their daily news fundamentally changed when USA TODAY was launched. Happy Anniversary to The Nation’s Newspaper–especially to the founders! Five short years later, One Of A Kind Art Studio’s destiny to create corporate 3-dimensional commemorative art was launched. (more…)

5 Favorite Flicks: A One A Of Kind Summer Series

This summer were highlighting our 5 favorite flicks: 5 videos to showcase the 3-dimensionality of One Of A Kind collages. So grab your popcorn, sit back, and prepare to be “Wowed!”

Lincoln Electric 125th Anniversary

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National Association of Elementary School Principals 100th Anniversary Art – An Education in Itself!

The National Association of Elementary School Principals is celebrating 100 years of supporting and advocating for elementary and middle level principals in their commitment for all children. To commemorate this major milestone, NAESP’s team collaborated with Lawrence Romorini to create One Of A Kind 3-dimensional art that tells their centennial story in a unique, meaningful way. The anniversary art was unveiled July 8th at NAESP’s annual conference in Chicago, along with the launch of an interactive website feature with descriptive key to share their story nationwide.
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