CPS/Keystone, Erie, Pa., announced the addition of Pete Gleason as vice president of sales, effective Sept. 12. Gleason is a 28-year veteran of the promotional products industry. “Bringing Pete on board as VP of sales will help CPS work even more closely…
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Yesterday, Apple introduced the newest version of its iPhone, and though it isn’t a huge step from the previous 6S model, it does have a few new design features that stand out. And though these features are relatively minor, they could have a lasting effect in the promotional products industry. So, for those who might have…
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We may not be fashion experts, but we understand the importance of accessories. Whether it’s a classy looking watch, a helpful fitness bracelet, a shiny lapel pin or a sparkly pair of earrings, accessories can make a big difference in an outfit…
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Not that Kanye West needed any help in the motivation department, but he got a little boost when he broke the record for merchandise sales at New York City’s Madison Square Garden, beating…
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The Pittsburgh Steelers have perhaps the most well-known rally towel in history: the “Terrible Towel.” Most Steelers fans have at least one in their possession, and the stands at Steelers games, whether home or away, are full of the spinning yellow towels. So, before Monday’s upcoming game between the Steelers and the Washington Redskins in…
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Pro Towels, Pittsburgh, has acquired Oceanside, California-based supplier Neet Feet Inc., which has supplied promotional flip-flops and sandals since 1987, and introduced die-cut “Logo Footprint” flip-flops in 1989. “No other supplier offers better quality custom logo footwear, flip-flops and sandals than Neet Feet, and I believe the fit of the Neet Feet product line with that…
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a final rule on Friday stating that companies can no longer market consumer antibacterial soap products including certain active ingredients. The ruling said that manufacturers did not demonstrate that certain ingredients are safe for long-term daily use and more effective than plain soap and water in terms of…
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Thanks to blockbusters like “Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens” and “Minions,” Marketplace reported that global retail sales of licensed merchandise are up approximately $10 billion over last year, according to a…
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Just like you would never cut corners while building a skyscraper, digging a water line or fixing a subway car, labor workers don’t want the companies that make their apparel to cut corners, either. End-users want apparel and gear that works as hard as they do. For distributors, that means providing products that have durable…
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Promo Marketing’s Video Battle pits two industry videos against each other for the chance at the ultimate bragging right: Being declared our readership’s absolute favorite. Last week, EMT won, and now will face off against Minuteman Press South Hills. The winner will be decided by a simple poll. The poll will close the morning of Friday,…
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