How it Works
From your first idea to boxes in hand — here’s exactly what happens when you work with BirdieBox.
Why people come to us.
Six weeks out, no decision made, and procurement just woke up.
Box supplier, drinkware printer, apparel embroiderer, fulfillment partner — coordinating them is the job.
Per-recipient cost, budget defensibility, and proof of delivery — not just a vibe.
We photograph every single box before it ships.
Every individual gift, photographed and sent to you for approval — so you know exactly what your recipient will receive. Buyers use the photo proof for internal sign-off, social posts, and peace of mind. It’s the difference between “I hope it looks right” and “I’ve already seen it.”
Discovery Call
Tell us about your event, audience, budget, and timeline. We’ll ask the right questions so every recommendation fits your goals — not just what’s in stock.
20 minutesCustom Mockups & Proposal
We create 3 branded mockup concepts showing your logo on real products — etched, embroidered, or printed depending on the item. Plus a full proposal with per-unit pricing at your quantity.
2–3 business daysRefine & Approve
Review your mockups, swap products, adjust quantities, tweak the logo placement. We revise until it’s exactly right. You approve a final proof before anything goes to production.
1–2 business daysProduction & Kitting
We handle everything — sourcing, branding, custom box printing, tissue paper, crinkle fill, and hand-assembly. Each box is built to your spec, including personalized items with variable data (individual names, initials, or co-brand logos).
Timeline below covers full sourcing + decoration + kitting. Decoration-only programs (where we already hold your branded inventory) ship in 5–10 business days.
10–15 business days · rush availablePhoto Verification & Delivery
Before anything ships, we photograph every single box for your approval — so you see exactly what your recipient will receive. (We told you no one else does this.) Then we ship: bulk to your office, drop-shipped to individual addresses, or delivered to your event venue with full tracking.
2–5 business days shippingWhat it costs.
Every program is custom-quoted, but most fall into one of three per-recipient ranges. Use these to budget before the discovery call.
Volume
$45–$95
per recipient
High-volume programs, large lists, cost-per-recipient priority. Small box with 2–3 branded items.
Standard
$95–$175
per recipient
Corporate gifting, client appreciation, employee recognition. Large box with 3–4 premium branded items.
Premium
$175+
per recipient
VIP clients, leadership recognition, hospitality programs. Premium brands (YETI, Stanley, Vineyard Vines), apparel, bespoke curation.
What we’ll need from you.
By the Numbers
“The turnkey solutions that BirdieBox provided made it hands off for us, so we could focus on client engagement and relationship building.”
Ben Habern — Asst. Director, Marketing & Strategic Partnerships, College Football Playoff
Common Questions
Is there a minimum order?
No. We work with any quantity. Bulk orders and programs with longer lead times get volume discounts, but there’s no minimum to get started.
Can each box be different?
Yes. We run variable-data kitting — every box in a single production run can carry a different name, set of initials, or even a different co-brand logo. It’s real personalization, not just pick-from-a-catalog.
Do you handle rush orders?
We do. Rush timelines depend on the products and quantity, but we’ve turned around programs in under 7 business days. Call us and we’ll tell you what’s possible.
Not ready to book a call yet? Download our Corporate Gifting Calendar (PDF) — Q-by-Q planning rhythm, lead-time math, and the sends that drive the most pipeline.
Ready to Get Started?
Book a free 20-minute discovery call. We’ll scope your program and send mockups within days — no commitment required.
Book Your Discovery CallOr call us directly: 469-378-9906