Mark J Durham

US Patent:

58849440, Mar 23, 1999

Filed:

May 29, 1997

Appl. No.:

8/865501

Inventors:

Mark P. Durham - Scottsdale AZ

International Classification:

B42D 1500

US Classification:

283 67

Abstract:

A method for recognizing and rewarding individual contributions is disclosed as including the steps of: (1) obtaining a recognition assembly adapted to removably retain a retaining member comprising at least one award seal, the award seal having a predetermined value; (2) personalizing the recognition assembly for a qualified recipient; (3) presenting the recognition assembly to the qualified recipient; (4) removing one or more award seals from the retaining member of the recognition assembly; and (5) redeeming one or more award seals for comparably valued merchandise or services. Correspondingly, the step of formulating goals and objectives in an attempt to target certain desirable behaviors from the qualified recipient may be included. Structurally, the recognition assembly may comprise a certificate member formed of a material being sufficiently sturdy for display, an award member including at least one fastening member for removably retaining the retaining member having one or more award seals, and a detachable connection disposed between the certificate and the award member. Alternatively, the recognition assembly may comprise a greeting card having a heading or greeting field, a field for a personalized greeting or message, and/or a field for identifying the person or persons presenting the greeting card.