The O.C. Tanner Inspiration Award - Winter Olympics 2010

At O.C. Tanner we believe strongly that every Olympian deserves to go home with gold. That’s why we have been the proud supplier of the U.S. Olympic Team rings since 2000. We were also honored to create the gold, silver and bronze medals for the 2002 Winter Olympic Games.

This year we’re extending appreciation to those individuals who have inspired the Olympic athletes on their journey. New in 2010, The O.C. Tanner Inspiration Award will honor those frequently left behind the scenes. Those who ignited the spark. Encouraged the dream. Awakened the quest for Olympic glory. It may be an athlete’s parent, neighbor, teacher. A teammate, a brother, a friend.

It will honor those who will never receive an Olympic medal of their own. But instead made it possible for someone else.

Athletes have already begun submitting their nominations for the person that most inspired and motivated them. Read their stories here and cast your ballot for the story that moves you most. Check for new stories each day until Friday, February 12.
Then … Become a fan here.
Vote for your favorite story. Invite others to vote.

Three honorees will receive The Inspiration Award, a 14K gold commemorative ring bearing the laurel crown from the ancient Olympic games, designed by O.C. Tanner.

When we see people who push the limits to succeed, to excel, to go above and beyond we feel compelled to appreciate that performance; no matter if it happens in a cubicle or on a ski slope, on the assembly line or on a balance beam.

Thanks for your enthusiastic support of this exciting new campaign.

Don’t forget to contact the Baltimore Appreciateology Team for all your recognition needs. Email us at Baltimore@octanner.com or call 410-661-5668.

Enjoy the Games. Appreciate the dream.

OC Tanner Supplies Olympics Rings for 2010

O.C. Tanner is excited to be the proud supplier of the U.S. Olympic Team rings for athletes and staff this year – continuing with the tradition since 2000....

"SALT LAKE CITY -- Utah jeweler O.C. Tanner unveiled the Vancouver 2010 Olympic athlete rings Saturday.
The jeweler will give each athlete and staff member of Team USA one of the mementos to help them remember their Olympic experience. The rings feature the Olympic Rings on the top, each athlete's sport on one side and the athlete's name and the 2010 Winter Olympics logo on the opposite side.
In celebration of the Olympic Games, O.C. Tanner jewelry stores in Park City and Salt Lake City will have Salt Lake City 2002 Olympic medals and selected athlete rings from the past 10 years on display. Visitors to the stores can view the displays during the Vancouver Olympic Games.

The 2010 Olympic Winter Games begin Feb. 12.
O.C. Tanner has been supplying the U.S. Olympic Team rings since 2000. The company is based out of Salt Lake City."

Source, KSL - http://www.ksl.com/?nid=294&sid=9524331 , January 30th, 2010