Trophy Outlet Inc.

What Trophy Outlet Inc. does

Trophy Outlet Inc. is a privately held, third-generation family-owned e-commerce retailer headquartered at 21 S 9th St in Keokuk, Iowa, selling custom-engraved trophies, medals, plaques, acrylic and crystal awards, name badges, signage, and related recognition products. Founded in 1980 (with the firmographics profile also referencing a 2008 incorporation/milestone), the company has operated in the awards and personalization industry for nearly 40 years and runs a direct-to-consumer website on the BigCommerce platform at trophyoutlet.com, supported by phone and email order channels.

Its core offering is free custom engraving bundled into every order across 50+ product categories spanning sports (25+ sports), corporate recognition, first-responder honors, car show awards, academic, and hobby/gaming segments. Products range from $1.35 dash plaques to $179.99+ premium trophies and sculptures, manufactured via conventional trophy/plaque production methods. The technical stack is straightforward e-commerce (BigCommerce storefront) and a self-serve customization UI for text and simple artwork engraving.

The business model is one-time product sales with tiered volume discounting (15% at 6+ units up to 55% at 480+ units) and free shipping on orders over $125, targeting SMB and individual buyers — including sports leagues, schools, corporate HR/recognition teams, car show organizers, and first-responder organizations — distributed across the United States. The company also operates a secondary brand, 319Customs, within the same corporate entity. Revenue is not publicly disclosed and the company is small (1–10 employees), with no outside investors, no parent company, and no M&A activity recorded in the available data.

Name

Trophy Outlet Inc.

Legal name

Trophy Outlet Inc.

Website

https://trophyoutlet.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Trophy Outlet Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned e-commerce retailer in Keokuk, Iowa, selling custom-engraved trophies, medals, plaques, awards, name badges, and signage — with free engraving — to sports leagues, schools, corporate buyers, first responders, and car-show organizers across the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Keokuk

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: One-time product sales of trophies, awards, medals, plaques, and related customization services through their e-commerce platform. Revenue generated from individual purchases as well as bulk/volume orders with tiered discounts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Trophy Outlet Inc. designs, personalizes, and sells custom engraved trophies, medals, plaques, acrylic awards, glass and crystal awards, resin figures, championship belts and rings, name badges, and signage through its own e-commerce site. Every order includes free custom engraving with text, logos, and artwork, and the company fulfills orders directly from its Keokuk, Iowa headquarters to customers across the United States. The catalog covers 25+ sports, corporate recognition, first responder, car show, and hobby/competition segments, with volume discounts of up to 55% for bulk orders.

Product overview

Trophy Outlet Inc. is a third-generation family-owned e-commerce business specializing in custom awards, trophies, and recognition products. The company operates as a unified e-commerce platform offering a comprehensive portfolio of products including trophies (multi-column and multi-foot configurations), medals, plaques (wood, acrylic, and metal), acrylic awards, glass and crystal awards, resin figures, trophy cups, and custom engraving services. The product line spans sports awards, corporate recognition, first responder honors, car show awards, and specialty items. All products include free custom engraving, with offerings ranging from individual awards to bulk packages and trophy sets for events. The company positions itself on fast shipping (most orders ship within 2 business days), free engraving, and nearly 40 years of industry experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• 319Customs: Another brand operated by Trophy Outlet Inc.

Products and services

• Trophies Traditional trophy awards in multiple configurations including 2-column, 3-column, 4-column, and multi-foot sizes (4ft, 5ft, 6ft) with customizable figures, columns, and bases, sold to leagues, schools, and event organizers with free custom engraving.
• Medals Award medals for sports and competitions in various materials including high-relief designs, with customizable ribbons and engraving options, sold to leagues, schools, and tournament organizers.
• Custom Award Plaques Engraved and printed plaques in various materials including wood (cherry, walnut, red alder), marble, and metal finishes with customizable text and graphics for corporate, academic, and sports recognition.
• Acrylic Awards Modern acrylic award pieces including the Impress Acrylic series in various shapes (oval, arrow, diamond, flame, jewel) and color options with free engraving, sold for corporate and event recognition.
• Glass and Crystal Awards Premium glass and crystal recognition pieces including art glass awards, hand-blown designs, and corporate glass recognition items, sold to corporate and event buyers.
• Resin Awards Resin-based award figures and sculptures in various designs including sports themes, automotive themes, and general achievement categories, sold to leagues, clubs, and event organizers.
• Trophy Cups Classic trophy cups and vases in traditional designs with customizable engraving plates, sold for sports, academic, and corporate recognition.
• Champion Belts and Rings Championship belts and rings for sports tournaments, bodybuilding competitions, and other award ceremonies, sold to tournament organizers and event coordinators.
• Corporate Awards Business recognition awards including corporate art glass, acrylic awards, clock awards, corporate gifts, and plaques for employee recognition and business achievements.
• Name Badges Customizable name badges in aluminum, plastic, and wood materials with engraving options, sold to businesses, events, and organizations for staff identification.
• Fireman and Police Trophies Specialized trophies and awards for firefighters and police officers including custom figure trophies, column trophies, and plaques featuring fire and police themes, sold to fire departments, police precincts, and emergency services organizations.
• First Responder Awards Recognition awards for first responders including firefighters, police officers, EMTs, paramedics, and nurses with patriotic and professional designs, sold to emergency services organizations.
• Car Show Plaques Automotive-themed award plaques specifically designed for car shows including state plaques, muscle car plaques, wreath plaques, and dash plaques, sold to car clubs and automotive event organizers.
• Acrylic Sport Awards Sport-specific acrylic awards for baseball, basketball, football, soccer, golf, bowling, hockey, and other sports with themed designs, sold to leagues, schools, and tournament organizers.
• Trophy Sets Pre-packaged trophy sets including multi-place sets (1st through 4th place) with matching figures and column configurations for various events, sold to league and tournament organizers needing matched multi-place awards.
• Football Plaques Football-themed award plaques including player plaques, field plaques, MVP plaques, and various football action designs with customizable finishes, sold to leagues, schools, and football programs.
• Softball Plaques Softball-themed award plaques including fastpitch designs, pitch plaques, and field graphics with customizable text and finishes, sold to softball leagues, schools, and tournament organizers.
• Soccer Plaques Soccer-themed award plaques including goal plaques, field plaques, and player designs with various finish options, sold to soccer leagues, schools, and tournament organizers.
• Karate and Martial Arts Awards Martial arts recognition items including karate plaques and high-relief medals with customizable engraving, sold to dojos, martial arts schools, and tournament organizers.
• Signage Products Banners, desk signs, outdoor signs, indoor signs, and yard signs for events and recognition purposes, sold to businesses, events, and individuals.
• Custom Engraving Services Free custom engraving service on all orders with personalization options including text, logos, and artwork customization, included with every purchase across the catalog.

Quantifiable outcome

• Most orders ship within 2 business days
• +2 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• TrophiesDepot: Online retailer of trophies, medals, plaques, and crystal awards targeting sports leagues, schools, and corporate customers. Closely aligned with Trophy Outlet's DTC model and bulk-order pricing approach.
• Awards.com: National online retailer of custom trophies, plaques, medals, and corporate recognition products, serving schools, leagues, and businesses. Overlaps directly with Trophy Outlet's sports and corporate customer base and product mix.
• K2 Awards: Specialty retailer of trophies, awards, plaques, and acrylic/glass recognition pieces for sports, corporate, and academic buyers. Comparable catalog depth and customer mix to Trophy Outlet.
• Recognition Express: Provider of trophies, plaques, medals, name badges, and corporate recognition products to businesses and organizations. Comparable across recognition categories and personalization-led model.
• Edco Awards: Long-standing supplier of trophies, awards, and recognition products to schools, sports leagues, and corporate buyers. Comparable in product breadth and B2B orientation to Trophy Outlet.
• Crown Awards: One of the largest online retailers of trophies, medals, plaques, and recognition awards in the US, with a similar multi-sport catalog, custom engraving, and volume discounts. Directly comparable to Trophy Outlet across product range, customer segments, and DTC e-commerce model.
• Marco Awards Group: Designer and manufacturer of custom awards, trophies, and recognition products sold through dealers and direct channels. Comparable in product categories and personalization-driven value proposition.
• Crystal Sensations: Retailer specializing in crystal and glass awards, trophies, and corporate recognition pieces. Directly competes in Trophy Outlet's premium glass/crystal award category.

Broad incumbents

• 4imprint: Large-scale promotional products distributor offering awards, plaques, signage, name badges, and engraved items. Comparable in product categories Trophy Outlet covers (badges, signs, awards) but operates at significantly larger scale with broader B2B reach.
• Discount Mugs: Large online promotional products company offering custom-imprinted awards, plaques, signage, and recognition items alongside its core drinkware business. Adjacent competitor for Trophy Outlet's corporate and event-driven orders.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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