The 2025 Gift Guide: Strategic Gifts for the Entrepreneur & Creative Pro
The entrepreneur in your life is busy, driven, and constantly hustling. They don’t need another novelty item; they need results, efficiency, or a moment of genuine comfort to fuel the next big idea. This year, ditch the generic gifts and give them something that actually makes their business run easier, simplifies their strategy, or helps them truly unwind. I’ve curated the ultimate 2025 gift guide for the creative professional, founder, and visionary who deserves to be spoiled and supported. Happy holidays!
Photo: Courtesy of Snap Scene
For The Socialites
The ultimate content and event upgrade is here! Snap Scene, the innovative mobile photography booth and social media agency, is the brainchild of NYC serial entrepreneur Iya Thomas. They don’t just take pictures they craft viral-ready moments and execute campaigns flawlessly. If your socialite is ready to level up their next party with an interactive photobooth or needs expert help taking their brand’s content from zero to trending, Snap Scene is the answer.
Don’t just attend the party be the main event! Use code TOYA at checkout for 15% off any service: photobooth, professional photography, or social media/content creation. Gift Now!
Photo: Courtesy of Iya Thomas
For A Long Day
The Warm & Toasty is an oversized wearable blanket that’s like a warm hug you can walk around in. With deep pockets for your favorite snacks and a built-in foot pouch to keep your toes toasty, it’s the ultimate cold-weather comfort companion. It’s soft, warm, and makes chilly mornings, movie nights, and lazy weekends extra snuggly. It’s the kind of gift that instantly says, “you deserve to be cozy,” and gets used all winter long. Give the gift of comfort. Place your order today. Gift Now!
For The Novice Media Pitcher
Ready to transform their brand awareness? Give the gift of media success with the Media Pitch Swipe File Bundle. Created by Leah M. Forney, MFT, an 8x published author, Sexual Assault Advocate, and self-proclaimed “Culture Doctor” this bundle eliminates the guesswork. It hands you proven, ready-to-use pitch templates and actionable strategies that will help you land features, expand your media presence, and unlock serious business growth. Stop waiting for opportunities to pitch them. Gift Now!
For the Overachiever and Ambitious
Is their ambition leading to burnout? For many high-achieving entrepreneurs, the constant hustle undermines their peace. Stop letting blind ambition get in the way of true success. Give the gift of harmony and lasting fulfillment by mastering the Worth Ethic Framework™ with Dr. Ronke Oke, a leading Workplace Culture Strategist and Worth Ethic Advocate. Help them redefine success and thrive. Gift Now!
For the Mentor Pro: The Brand Accelerator
A top-tier mentor deserves a top-tier brand. Give the gift of instant professionalism with the Network Brand Kit. This customizable suite provides everything a professional career development business needs to look established and trustworthy, including a high-quality logo, print materials, and digital templates for email, social media, and landing pages. It’s the ultimate toolkit to attract more clients and expand their influence. Upgrade their authority and presence today. Gift Now!
For the Event Planner (or The Busy Bee)
Give the gift of effortless event marketing! The Seminar and Brunch Instagram® Puzzle is the ultimate shortcut for promoting conferences, seminars, or women’s brunch events. This single template instantly creates 18 cohesive posts for a stunning, professional feed. It’s fully customizable in Canva® and includes free stock photos and static posts for pre-event hype. Stop spending hours on design and start selling tickets. Transform their event promo game instantly. Gift Now!
Photo: Mockup courtesy of Latoya Burris and Kimberley Smith
For the AI Enthusiast
Freedom Coach is a culturally-rooted, faith-centered AI built for women navigating the real work of building a business. Created by product marketer Kimberley Smith of Kimmy The Great Inc., it blends strategy, scripture, and science to offer clarity, mindset shifts, and momentum. This CustomGPT is free and is the perfect digital gift for founders ready to move from survival to stewardship in business and life. Try It Now
For the New Entrepreneur: Starting Strong
Launching a new product or service requires a flawless first touchpoint. Help the entrepreneur in your life avoid the common pitfall of delayed branding with a brand development project from Latoya. More than just design, Latoya builds powerful brand strategies designed for growth. With a mission squarely focused on empowering minority-owned businesses, this gift ensures they start with a professional, strategic identity that truly reflects their vision. Give the strategic edge they need to thrive. Gift Now!
Photo: Courtesy of Simply Secunda Baking
For the Sweet Tooth: Exceptional Pies, Perfect Gift
Looking for a perfect gift for their sweet tooth? Bring holiday sweetness with a handcrafted pie from Simply Secunda Baking. Her pies are fresh, flavorful, and made with real care, offering exceptional quality at reasonable prices. Every order supports a talented small business. If you are in the NYC area (or know someone who is!), pick up a pie or gift one to brighten their season. Follow @simplysecundabaking on Instagram today. Gift Now!
Photo: Courtesy of Ink + Volt
For the Goal-Oriented Entrepreneur
If you want a gift that truly shifts an ambitious leader’s mindset, the Ink & Volt Dashboard Deskpad is it. I use this planner myself and absolutely love the ritual of prepping my week with this helpful tool. It makes goal-setting simple! The deskpad features key sections like Weekly Theme & Highlights, Focus Areas, Top Priorities, and a Daily Tracker, ensuring every action aligns with their biggest goals. Give the power of planning and motivation. Gift Now!
Thanks to all the contributors, Leah M. Forney, Kimberley Smith, Iya Thomas, Jasmine Omorogbe, who are entrepreneurs and friends of toyaburris.com.