Bennett Awards | Custom Sculpture Awards & Unique Recognition Trophies

What makes Bennett Awards different from other trophy companies?

Bennett Awards approaches recognition as an art form, not a commodity. Founded as a fine-art sculpture studio more than 50 years ago, our work is rooted in artistic intent, craftsmanship, and storytelling rather than off-the-shelf templates. Every Bennett custom award begins with a blank page and is designed specifically for the achievement, the recipient, and the brand it represents. Unlike traditional trophy companies that specialize in a single material or standardized formats, Bennett offers unmatched creative flexibility across materials, forms, and production methods. Our in-house team o

Do you work with clients nationwide?

Yes. Bennett Awards works with clients nationwide and around the world. While our studio is based in the United States, the majority of our projects are designed, produced, and delivered for organizations across the country, including Fortune 500 companies, major sports leagues, nonprofits, and global brands. Our collaborative design process is built to work seamlessly with remote teams through virtual reviews, digital renderings, and clear project management, making location a non-issue. From initial concept to final delivery, we handle logistics, timelines, and communication so clients recei

What types of organizations use Bennett Awards?

Bennett Awards works with a wide range of organizations that value meaningful, well-designed recognition. Our clients include Fortune 500 companies, fast-growing startups, professional and collegiate sports leagues, entertainment brands, nonprofits, government agencies, educational institutions, healthcare organizations, and hospitality groups. We also partner with marketing teams, HR and people-ops leaders, event producers, and executive leadership to create awards for employees, partners, customers, and communities. What unites these organizations is a shared belief that recognition should r

Do you have experience with high-profile events?

Yes. Bennett Awards has extensive experience supporting high-profile, highly visible awards ceremonies. We regularly create custom awards for globally recognized brands, professional sports leagues, major entertainment events, and organizations whose ceremonies are photographed, filmed, and broadcast to large audiences. Our team understands the demands of these moments — from tight timelines and stage visibility to durability, lighting, and camera-ready finishes. Because our awards are designed as sculptural objects, not off-the-shelf trophies, they are crafted to perform visually on stage, on

What's the ROI on high-end custom awards vs. standard trophies?

At Bennett Awards, we believe high-end custom awards deliver ROI in ways standard trophies simply can’t. Standard, off-the-shelf trophies tend to serve a single moment: they’re presented, acknowledged, and often forgotten. Custom awards, when designed thoughtfully, become long-term assets that reinforce culture, performance, and brand identity well beyond the ceremony itself. Here’s where the return shows up: Stronger retention and engagement Research consistently shows that meaningful recognition improves retention and engagement. Employees who feel genuinely recognized are significantly more

Do you offer both custom awards and pre-designed options?

Yes — we offer predesign award options, with flexibility built in. For projects with tighter timelines or budgets, we maintain a curated library of proven award forms, materials, and structures that can be quickly adapted. Our Bennett predesign awards provide a strong foundation while still allowing for customization and personalization. That said, even our predesign options aren’t “off-the-shelf.” They’re treated as starting points, not shortcuts. If your project allows for full custom design, we’ll build from a blank page. If speed or efficiency is key, we’ll guide you to a refined predesign

What types of materials do you use for custom awards?

We work across a wide range of premium and sustainable materials, selecting each one based on the story, scale, and emotional tone you want the award to convey. Our most commonly used materials include: Bronze for sculptural, heirloom-quality pieces with depth, weight, and tradition Milled aluminum for modern, precise awards with a refined, architectural feel Acrylic for bold color, translucency, layering, and graphic storytelling — including recycled acrylic through our Bennett Remade program Crystal for brilliant, polished pieces designed for high-visibility moments and formal ceremonies Woo

Do you handle the engraving and personalization?

Yes, all personalization, engraving, and customization is handled in-house as part of our comprehensive service. This includes recipient names, achievement details, dates, and any other personalized text. Our integrated approach ensures consistent quality and eliminates the need to work with multiple vendors.