Who We Are

First time working with C. Forbes? Learn more about our process and what makes C. Forbes, Inc. your best first call when it comes to awards, recognition, commemorations, and corporate gifting.

What comes to mind when you think about C. Forbes?

Our hope is that you will sense our relentless pursuit of quality, creativity and integrity. Quality in the design of a custom challenge coin or medallion; creativity in the use of repurposed materials for a unique gift, along with the integrity reflected in working with our staff.

Quality + Creativity = Integrity

The process starts in a conversation about your story and the occasion for the gifts or awards. It may be as simple as an email or a phone call that gets things moving forward. Trust our team to guide you through every step.

Our in-house art department will turn your designs quickly, allowing time for revisions if necessary. After your approval, production begins. Depending on the complexity of the requirements, often times it takes two or three suppliers to pull together the finished gift for your presentation.

If required we can personally deliver your finished works. This is where we set ourselves apart from most all other providers. Our attention to the finest details is unparalleled.

The C. FOrbes Team

Chip Forbes
Founder / President Emeritas

Chip founded C. Forbes, Inc. in 1998. A graduate of Virginia Tech, his enthusiasm for the outdoors often finds him fishing and hunting with his Labradors.

Sharon Forbes
President

On board since Day 1, Sharon’s (Chip’s wife) many contributions include Customer Experience, Administration, and Human Resources.

Sam Forbes
VP Sales / Operations

Son to Chip and Sharon, as a graduate of Hampden-Sydney College, Sam plays key roles in day-to-day operations, project management, and creative.

Cindy Stiene
Accounts/Finance

Cindy covers the roles of bookkeeping, accounting and finance. Originally from New York, she has much affection for her adopted Virginia home.

Isabelle Folmer
Sales Consultant

Izzy focuses on custom orders by delivering essential project details, art revisions, and pricing information to clients. Fun, new product and design ideas are her specialty.

Will Toms
Art / Design

Joining our team in May 2022, this High Point University grad brings graphic and product design prowess to client projects.

Feild Wyche
Fulfillment Specialist

Joining our team in April 2025, Feild was born and raised in Goochland, VA. Into live music, the outdoors life, and everything pull-pack-ship.

Jason Fuller
Art / Design Lead

This University Of N. Alabama grad and U.S. Army vet leads our team of in-house artists and oversees all art and design activities for client projects from his office in Tuscumbia, AL.

Kelli Eastwood
Sales Consultant

Joining our team in July 2022, Kelli keeps high-demand projects running smoothly with her attention to detail. Her eye for design is often utilized to take projects from good to great.

Sam Brodeur
Awards Coordinator

Joining our team in December 2022, Sam leads our custom awards fulfillment activity.

Doug Stokes
Marketing Lead

Since July 2018, this University of N. Alabama graduate has led our market development and digital marketing efforts—working remotely from his office in Lawrenceburg, TN.

Rick Goodman
Project Manager

Joining our team in October 2023, this Florida Bible College graduate and 35-year U.S. Army combat veteran loves to spend time with his family adventuring in the mountains of Virginia. In the office, Rick keeps a pulse on all project details from start to finish, prioritizing customer service and successful delivery.

Scott Jacobs
Warehouse / Fulfillment Mngr.

Joining our team in February 2023, Scott manages in all warehouse and fulfillment operations.

ph: 804.784.7300

ph: 804.784.7300

First time working with C. Forbes? Learn more about our process and what makes C. Forbes, Inc. your best first call when it comes to awards, recognition, commemorations, and corporate gifting.