The Magnet Group, Washington, Mo., has hired Bill Nault, a 20-plus-year industry veteran, as regional sales manager for its New England territory. Based in Rhode Island, Nault will cover Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine. “Bringing Bill to The Magnet Group family was an easy decision,”…
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The Magnet Group, Washington, Mo., is pleased to announce the opening of the new Fran Ford Center, which will serve as the new home of Castelli Magnet. The factory moves from its previous location in Sparks, Nev., to a brand new, larger facility in Greenwood, S.C. Here, The Magnet…
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HUB Promotional Group’s Hub Pen Company, Braintree, Mass., announced the hiring of junior buyer Joe Tessier. In this role, Tessier will help process purchase orders for both production and non-production supplies. He also will help to coordinate on-time delivery of product, aiding in maintaining stock levels for customer orders.…
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The Quality Certification Alliance (QCA), Chicago, reaffirmed its collaborative partnership with AsiaInspection (AI), its longest-tenured collaborative partner, as part of last month’s 10-year anniversary commemoration. The partnership, initially with ANSECO Group—which was purchased by AI—launched in 2012 with a QCA-sponsored Ink Testing Initiative, which saves participating companies thousands of dollars. QCA affiliated companies (applicant, member,…
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Royal Apparel, Hauppauge, N.Y., announced its new Activewear Collection. The company is combining the strategy of its omnichannel approach, in sync with its increased production capacities, alongside new designs, fabrications and collaborations with athletes. Royal Apparel has merchandised the Activewear Collection, using the keystone of its eco-friendly fabrications. To launch, Royal Apparel is releasing its…
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Hanesbrands Inc., Winston-Salem, N.C., announced the appointment of consumer products industry veteran Geralyn R. Breig to the company’s board of directors. With the appointment of Breig, whose term runs until the 2019 annual meeting of stockholders, the Hanes board has 11 members. She will serve on the board’s audit committee. Breig, 56, who has had…
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Before joining Goldstar Pens, Parker Melvin spent his entire promo career on the distributor side of the industry. That makes him uniquely qualified to talk about the state of collaboration and communication between distributors and suppliers—what’s working and what needs work. Plus, Sean and Brendan discuss Disney’s move to eliminate plastic straws at its theme parks, and analyze the most important and exciting story of the summer: SHARK HEIST 2018!…
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The Occasions Group announced the appointment of Doug Dittbenner as director of business development for Carlson Craft, North Mankato, Minn. “I have a good background in sales and marketing for large companies, as well as experience with direct and indirect sales channels,” Dittbenner said. “I hope to bring the…
Read MoreThere are many ways your customers can get creative about promoting their company that are more powerful than simply printing their name and logo on products. Below are five innovative ideas on how your customers can use promotional products to make their marketing more impactful. 1. Add a Website URL and Customer Service Information One…
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HUB Promotional Group’s Hub Pen Company, Braintree, Mass., announced the addition of Dawn Banta to its customer service team. Banta comes to Hub with many years of experience managing the accounts for several successful local businesses, often while also working with the public in hospitality. “I love people, and…
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