The deadline to apply for a PPEF scholarship is March 15. PPEF will give away $175,000 in college scholarships this year, but if your completed application is not received by the deadline, you won’t be eligible to receive any assistance. You can view a video detailing the scholarship opportunities here. To apply, go to www.ppef.us.
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iPROMOTEu Honors Top Affiliates and Suppliers
iPROMOTEu, Wayland, Mass., hosted its annual “Thank You” Reception in Las Vegas during the PPAI Expo. The event featured an Elvis Presley impersonator who provided entertainment throughout the evening. Paul Bellantone, president and CEO of PPAI, extended words of welcome to the crowd of approximately 350 iPROMOTEu affiliates, guests and representatives of some of iPROMOTEu’s…
Read MoreBIC Graphic Renews Diamond Level Commitment to PPEF Tomorrow Fund
BIC Graphic, Clearwater, Fla., is pleased to announce its ongoing commitment to the Promotional Products Education Foundation’s (PPEF) Tomorrow Fund by renewing its Diamond Level status with its annual donation. BIC Graphic has maintained its Diamond Level status since 2013. “I am so proud of the support BIC Graphic is showing the Foundation,” said Lori…
Read MoreHub Pen Company’s Jim Maddox Wins SPPA Award
Hub Pen Company, Braintree, Mass., announced that Jim Maddox was awarded Top Representative of the Year from Sunbelt Promotional Products Association (SPPA). “Jim has a phenomenal work ethic and strongly relates to his customers”, said Andy Arruda, national sales manager…
Read MoreMajoring in the Majors: Focus on the Most Profitable Accounts
Do you want to increase your sales volume or grow your business? Is the thought of taking on major accounts intimidating due to lack of cash flow or man power? Adopt the “major account” mindset and join us for a webinar, where you will learn how to recognize viable opportunities with enterprise level accounts.
Read MoreHanesbrands Inc. Earns 10th United Way Campaign Excellence Honor
Hanesbrands Inc., Winston-Salem, N.C., announced today that the company and its employees have pledged $2.1 million this year for the United Way of Forsyth County, N.C.,…
Read MoreMulti-Line Reps for Chocolate Inn / Taylor & Grant Win PPPC Awards
Chocolate Inn/Taylor & Grant, Hicksville, N.Y., announced that two of its multi-line representatives have received Image Gold Awards from Promotional Product Professionals Canada (PPPC). PPPC recognized Line Chaumont of Promocom as Multi-Line Sales Agency of the Year for Eastern Canada, and Karen Spencer of Creative Solutions and Ideas as the Multi-Line Agency of the Year…
Read MoreChameleon Like Promotes Jasmine Ventura to National Account Executive
Chameleon Like, Gilroy, Calif., announced that Jasmine Ventura has been promoted to national account executive in charge of key and national accounts. “Jasmine has been with us for almost 10 years, and knows our company and product line inside out,” said Pierre…
Read MorePro Towels Adds Jennifer Gambrell as Senior Director of Marketing
Pro Towels, Pittsburgh, announced today that Jennifer Gambrell has joined the company as senior director of marketing. Gambrell will head the marketing department for Pro Towels, Kanata Blanket Company, Superior Decorating and Neet Feet. Prior to joining Pro Towels, Gambrell was…
Read MoreS&S Activewear Expands NJ Location
S&S Activewear, Bolingbrook, Ill., leased an additional 187,000 square feet for expansion of its Robbinsville, N.J. location. Upon its completion by the end of February, the facility will total more than 480,000 square feet. The expansion is slated for operation within the next few weeks. “S&S now operates 1.7 million square feet across the country,”…
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