S&S Activewear, Bolingbrook, Ill., this week announced the strategic promotion of chief financial officer/chief operating officer Frank Myers to president. S&S also announced the hiring of Christopher Kodosky as chief financial officer, beginning January 2022. S&S has enjoyed substantial growth since Myers joined the organization in 2009. He was instrumental in the company’s national expansion,…
Read More2021 Supplier Excellence Awards Showcase: Warwick Publishing Co.
Warwick Publishing Co. has been a fixture in our Supplier Excellence Awards, and this year added to its lengthy list of wins with another Silver in Greeting Cards and a Finalist appearance in Calendars. To do that, the St. Charles, Illinois-based supplier had to overcome a number of challenges…
Read MoreSAAGNY Recognizes Industry Leaders at Annual Holiday Party
The Specialty Advertising Association of Greater New York (SAAGNY) announced the winners of the association’s annual awards during its Holiday Party, held at the Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle, N.Y. The SAAGNY Board of Directors established these awards to recognize those companies and individuals that…
Read MoreMcDonald’s Gave Out 10,000 Mariah Carey T-shirts for Christmas
We can’t deny that Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” does, in fact, rock. McDonald’s can’t either. And after releasing the Mariah Carey celebrity meal just in time for the holiday season, the House of Ron showed off its gift-giving nature this Christmas by giving out 10,000 Mariah Carey T-shirts beginning yesterday…
Read MoreSupply Chain Disruptions Causing Problems Even for U.S. Air Force Uniforms
Supply chain disruptions, namely fabric shortages and labor issues, will prevent some Air Force and Space Force members from receiving a full set of uniform items next year. The Air Force reportedly said in a statement that it will rectify the issue by adding more to paychecks, so graduates can purchase the missing pieces separately…
Read MoreOur 5 Favorite Promotional Products of the Week: Hot Sauce Dispensers, a Branded Barrel of Monkeys and More
Is everyone feeling festive? Gearing up to announce those big New Year’s Resolutions? We’re celebrating the final Fave 5 of 2021 by bringing you a very spicy condiment dispenser, the Colonel’s favorite fireplace accessory, a branded barrel of monkeys and more…
Read More2021 Wrap-Up: Our 8 Favorite Stories From This Year
Well, folks, this is it: Our final wrap-up post of 2021! As we ease into the holiday break, we thought we’d tie a bow on a weird, wild year by bringing you one last look at our favorite stories. So put on some cozy slippers, grab a mug of hot chocolate and join us for this rundown of our top 2021 picks. As always, thanks for reading…
Read More2021 Supplier Excellence Awards Showcase: Sock 101
Sock 101 took home the top award in Footwear & Socks, giving the Missouri-based supplier back-to-back Golds in the category. The company has had a strong 2021, recently getting back to its pre-pandemic employment numbers and expanding its product line to include 20 styles of shoes and new apparel items…
Read MoreWho Really Cares? How to Move on From Well-Intentioned Failures
Too often, we don’t ask for what we want. It’s almost as though we’re too embarrassed or too shy to actually ask. Amazingly, that’s exactly what’s happening. Most people’s insecurities are directly tied to their identities. Regrettably, that reality isn’t going to help you land your next order or…
Read MoreStran & Company Expands Management Team
Stran & Company announced that industry veteran Steve Paradiso has been appointed chief of staff. In addition, Stran has appointed Jason Nolley as chief technology officer and Steve Urry as vice president of sales, and recently promoted Chris Rollins to chief financial officer…
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