Words sometimes don't come easily when trying to figure out what to say on a plaque. Fortunately - if you stick to some basics, the task of composing a concise and meaningful message is not all that hard. Here is our formula:
Who is receiving the plaque? (John Smith)
What is the plaque for? (Recognition and Appreciation of 10 Years of Service)
When is the plaque presented? (August 23, 2009)
Who is giving the plaque? (Cincinnati Recognition Products)
With this information in hand, a typical plaque inscription might read:
SERVICE EXAMPLE
Outstanding Service Award Presented To John Smith In Grateful Appreciation of Your 10 Years of Outstanding Service and Dedication August 23, 2009 Cincinnati Recognition Products
LEADERSHIP EXAMPLE 1
Leadership Award Presented to John Doe In Grateful Appreciation For Your Outstanding Leadership Qualities (company name) (year)
RETIREMENT EXAMPLE
Retirement Award Presented to John Doe October 11, (year) This Award is Presented In Appreciation for 25 Years Of Untiring Service Your Loyalty And Friendship Will Be Long Remembered (company name)
SPORTS/COACHING EXAMPLE
Thanks Coach! For spending your free time with us, teaching us, inspiring us, encouraging us, challenging us. This was a great season thanks to your dedication and patience! Presented To (name) (from) (team name) (year)
SALES EXAMPLE
- SALES - ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Presented To John Doe For Your Outstanding Achievements In The Field Of Sales In Your Territory (company name) (year)
LEADERSHIP EXAMPLE 2
Presented in Recognition to Johnny I Doe For Your Exemplary Leadership and Selfless acts of Time and Dedication. Your attention to detail and outstanding work ethics, have driven this organization to a level that has prospered. This plaque is awarded on this (day of Month Year) (company name)
SAFETY EXAMPLE
Safety Award Presented to Rolling Mill No.5 This Award is Presented On Behalf of U.S. Steel In Appreciation For an Accident Free Year U.S. Steel (year)
