Research

Event Alternatives and their Impact on Culture

by Incentive Research Foundation • February 25, 2021

Introduction More than a year has passed since global air travel restrictions were announced in early February 2020.1 Since then, US travel spending has plummeted, falling 42% in 2020, including 34% on domestic travel, and 76% on international fl... Read more

The IRF 2021 Trends Report

by Incentive Research Foundation • January 28, 2021

The IRF 2021 Trends Report highlights key trends that will affect organizations, their products and services, and the workforce in 2021. The pandemic impacted everyone, with some industries suffering from the economic downturn and others boom... Read more

Press Release: Incentive Research Foundation Elects 2021 Officers and Welcomes New Trustees

by Incentive Research Foundation • January 26, 2021

(Washington, DC, January 26, 2021) The Incentive Research Foundation is pleased to announce the 2021 IRF Executive Committee and the IRF Board of Trustees. Representing all segments of the incentives, rewards, and recognition industry, the IRF Boa... Read more

IRF Webinar: IRF Industry Outlook for 2021: Merchandise and Gift Cards

by Incentive Research Foundation • January 20, 2021

The Incentive Research Foundation’s Industry Outlook for 2021: Merchandise and Gift Cards reports a more optimistic outlook for 2021 than might be expected after the challenges resulting from the pandemic. View the IRF’s ... Read more

Industry Outlook for 2021: Merchandise and Gift Cards

by Incentive Research Foundation • December 18, 2020

Some Glimpses of Hope on the Horizon Despite the often devastating impact the pandemic had on the incentives industry in 2020, the IRF’s Industry Outlook for 2021 reports the continued importance of incentive programs to employers. While th... Read more

IRF Webinar: Using Incentives to Accelerate Recovery

by Incentive Research Foundation • December 15, 2020

Motivated employees and channel partners drive more revenue and better performance across an organization. As companies work to recover from the impact of 2020, a well-designed incentive program can help shift the recovery curve. From rules struct... Read more

2020 Incentive Industry Travel Index

by IRF, SITE Foundation, FICP . • December 10, 2020

Download the Report Now Executive summary External shocks bring powerful moments of change, creating new norms. During a widespread pause on travel, the incentive travel sector has sought its bearings, wondering what incentive travel wil... Read more

IRF Merchandise Panel

by Incentive Research Foundation • November 16, 2020

A recent IRF survey reported that 68% of incentive programs are using merchandise as rewards during the pandemic. The IRF has assembled a panel of incentive merchandise experts to offer insights into new ways merchandise is being selected, commu... Read more

Reward Preferences: Making a Lasting Impact on Incentive Program Participants

by Incentive Research Foundation • November 9, 2020

Simple ‘one size fits all’ approaches to reward and recognition may not achieve their full potential in motivating and engaging employees. During these challenging times, employees in all industries need to feel valued, particularly ... Read more

What Top Performing Financial Services Companies Do Differently in Incentives and Rewards (2020)

by Incentive Research Foundation • October 14, 2020

COVID-19 has wreaked havoc across the economy, significantly impacting financial services institutions. Banks have been affected with widespread bank closures, and opening hours have been shortened. Customers often wait in their cars for long peri... Read more