Acquisition event — 250 commemorative gifts for both teams

Tech startup acquisition closing event hosted both companies' teams (Acquirer + Acquired). 250 commemorative gifts: branded leather portfolio with both company logos integrated, premium pen, mug. Total: 250 × $150 = $37.5K. 4-week lead time. Result: smooth post-acquisition integration, 95% of acquired-company employees retained vs industry benchmark 65%. Repeat use for subsequent acquisition events.