The 2026 IRF Trends Report highlights how incentive professionals are navigating rising costs, geopolitical uncertainty,...
Research / IRF Webinar: Industry Outlook for 2022: Merchandise, Gift Cards and Event Gifting
by Incentive Research Foundation
The Incentive Research Foundation’s Industry Outlook for 2022: Merchandise, Gift Cards and Event Gifting reports an optimistic outlook for 2022 tempered by the lingering effects of Covid, cancellations, and uncertainty in 2021. For the first time ever, this IRF signature study was expanded include European participants. During our next IRF webinar, IRF President Stephanie Harris and IRF Chief Research Adviser Rick Garlick will present this useful analysis of how incentive, rewards and recognition programs are being designed and budgeted for 2022. Webinar attendees will get useful insights and benchmarks on non-cash reward types, average spend, and trends in North America compared to Europe.
The 2026 IRF Trends Report highlights how incentive professionals are navigating rising costs, geopolitical uncertainty, and changing participant expectations by focusing on strategic cost-cutting, high-value rewards, and strong partnerships.
Key findings from the pharmaceuticals & healthcare industry from 2025 Incentive Travel Index.
