Promo Pro: Rose Sarro, Vice President of Sales, Promo Direct (asi/300477). End-Client: A government entity that provides services to veterans, their families and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Job: Deliver branded products that help raise awareness about the client in the lead-up to Veterans Day. Order Value: About $1.82 million over two orders. STEP 1: Start Small When Rose Sarro gets an opportunity, she makes the most of it. Such was the case when she earned a referral to a government entity that provides an array of services to veterans, their families and…
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New Colorado Law Bans ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Apparel, Other Products
Colorado is the latest state to ban products containing “forever chemicals.” A new law that takes effect in July bans a slew of everyday items, including clothing and cookware, from intentionally containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Starting in 2026, sales of cookware, dental floss, cleaning products, menstruation products and ski wax that contain PFAS will be prohibited. By 2028, the state is banning the sale of all PFAS-treated clothing, backpacks and waterproof outdoor apparel. However, starting next year, companies will be required to include disclosure labels on any PFAS-containing…
Read MoreAmazon, Aldi Replace Plastic Packaging With Paper Products
Amazon is eliminating its plastic air cushion package fillers, and Aldi is creating paper bands for produce items, both the latest steps in a wave of eco-friendly packaging developments.
Read MoreCustomer Verticals and Popular Choices in the Business Forms Market
Business forms create opportunities for repeat orders, especially for small and medium-sized businesses where digital wouldn’t make sense.
Read MoreKylian Mbappe’s Decorated Facemask Fail Is a Lesson for Distributors
Whoever created the French soccer star’s protective facemask wasn’t aware of UEFA regulations about decorated products.
Read MoreTech Print Disruption Rears in Digital Retail Labels & Online Tax Forms
There were a few pieces of news this week affecting the print industry status quo. Walmart revealed that it will introduce electronic labels for its aisles to be able to change displayed labels and prices within seconds. At the same time, the IRS announced the continued shift away from paper tax forms that need to…
Read MoreOrbus Visual Communications Adds Four New Products
Orbus Visual Communications, Woodridge, IL, announced a new group of products and solutions that it will be offering for the display and trade show categories. The announcement included the following new products: Vector Fast Frame Collapsible SEG Frames & Light Boxes Hybrid Pro Modular Kits and Counters Economy Banners Dimensional and Channel Letters [caption id=”attachment_141325″…
Read MoreBurger King Expands Reusable Drinkware Program in Europe
In the hunt for more environmentally friendly packaging and food products, restaurants and other food-industry businesses have been trying to hit a moving target sort of. The legislation changes and varies from state to state and country to country. And legislation is more concrete – consumer habits are even more challenging to meet. But companies…
Read MoreConvergence Corner: Memorable Onboarding Experiences
The idea of offering a client a one-stop shop is pretty appealing. Especially in the age of kitting, customers want to place a single order for their print products, their apparel, and their promo products. The easier you can make the process for them, the more likely they are to repeat business and tell their…
Read MoreAll Together Now: Understanding and Navigating the Mergers and Acquisitions Side of Print and Promo
While consolidation is a variable to watch, some experts believe “true consolidation” is impossible thanks to the diversity of the print and promo industries.
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