Saint-Gobain: Inspiring Sustainability Through Branded Tree Gifts

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Saint-Gobain partnered with ForestNation to create 300 custom-branded Tree Kits for a corporate event. Each kit came with a matching tree planted in Tanzania, reinforcing their global sustainability mission. Delivered on time and well-received, the kits showed that corporate gifting can inspire employees, engage communities, and help reforest the planet.

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“Everything arrived on time and looked great. The process was smooth from start to finish.”
— Julie Vockrodt, Saint-Gobain

Background

Saint-Gobain, a global leader in sustainable construction and materials, has been a long-time ForestNation partner. Their initiatives often focus on combining innovation with environmental responsibility, engaging employees and communities through green action. In 2025, they continued this tradition by ordering fully branded ForestNation Tree Kits to distribute at a company event.

Challenge

Saint-Gobain needed a sustainable and meaningful gift for their event participants. The goal was to inspire employees and guests, while reinforcing the company’s values of sustainability, innovation, and community engagement. Key requirements included:

  • Custom branded cups and packaging.
  • Timely delivery aligned with their event schedule.
  • A smooth transition of project ownership after internal team changes.

Solution

ForestNation provided 300 fully branded Tree Kits, including custom-designed cups and matching trees. The process involved:

  • Close coordination with Saint-Gobain’s new point of contact, Julie Vockrodt.
  • Supporting artwork and design through templates and examples.
  • Managing logistics with multiple shipments, ensuring the kits arrived on time.
  • Providing tracking updates and follow-ups until delivery was confirmed.

Results

  • 300 Tree Kits distributed to employees and guests, strengthening engagement.
  • 3,000 Matching trees planted in Tanzania, contributing to reforestation and community support.
  • A seamless client experience, despite internal team transitions at Saint-Gobain.
  • Reinforced brand values of sustainability and responsibility at a major corporate event.

Implementation Timeline

  • Sept, 2023: 1st order of Tree Kit Pouches label branded with ForestNation succesfully done and delivered on time
  • Sept, 2024: 2nd order of Tree Kit Cups Fully Branded with ForestNation succesfully done and delivered on time.
  • May 12–13, 2025: Saint-Gobain confirms reorder of 300 branded cups with matching trees; ForestNation prepares invoice.
  • May 15, 2025: Payment confirmed by Julie Vockrodt.
  • May 19–20, 2025: ForestNation confirms readiness to ship; Julie approves timeline.
  • May 22, 2025: Shipment sent, tracking shared.
  • June 2025: Delivery confirmed; Saint-Gobain noted that everything looked great.

Takeaway: Growing Impact Together

Saint-Gobain turned a simple event giveaway into a powerful sustainability initiative. Their branded Tree Kits not only engaged participants but also planted trees in Tanzania, creating a ripple effect of positive impact.

By choosing ForestNation, Saint-Gobain reinforced its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and community care. Each kit became a living symbol of their mission — proving that corporate events can inspire change far beyond the venue.

👉 Ready to create meaningful gifts for your team or clients? Partner with ForestNation to design your own custom tree kits and grow your branded forest.