Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve been covering news stories on how companies are coming together to support one another. Here’s how three companies in particular—DS Projects, Leave Philly Alone and Lucky Prints—are using social media and branded merch to help small businesses impacted by the pandemic…
Read MoreLast Chance to Vote for the 2020 Supplier Excellence Awards!
Voting in the 2020 Supplier Excellence Awards is now open, giving distributors the chance to recognize the best suppliers in the promotional products industry. Every major product category is represented on the survey—so whatever items you specialize in, your vote matters. Cast your vote today! Voting in the Supplier Excellence Awards ends on Thursday, June 18,…
Read MoreAIM Smarter Expands Presence to the United Kingdom
Altitude Group PLC, parent company of AIM Smarter LLC (AIM), has expanded AIM’s presence and programs to the U.K. with the launch of AIM Smarter Limited. AIM offers a membership model that provides benefits, resources and community to both distributor members and supplier partners within the promotional products industry. Through this expansion, AIM welcomed more…
Read MorePM Screen Time: How Versa Printing Struck Gold With Its Quarantine-Themed Loteria Game
With business slowed to a near-stop at the start of the coronavirus shutdowns, Versa Printing created its own quarantine-themed version of Loteria, the game of chance. A few weeks later, the company has sold 20,000 units, keeping the lights on, the presses running and its staff at work…
Read MoreOur 5 Favorite Promotional Products of the Week: MLB Player Hats, Bundesliga Shirts and More
We’re not sure what time-warp spell the Earth is under right now, but somehow we blinked at midnight on New Year’s Eve and now it’s June. The only thing left to do is track down the evil time wizard and make him release us from the curse. While we do that, please check out this edition of our Fave 5 promotional items of the week…
Read MoreParades and Celebrations May Be Canceled, But Pride Month Merch Is Booming
This year’s Pride Month looks a little different, as parades and celebrations in cities all over the U.S. will have to be put on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic and safety concerns. But it hasn’t stopped spirit and shows of support from home. Apparel and footwear companies big and small have been selling a…
Read MoreHow Branded Polos and Business Casual Apparel Fit Into the New Normal
Virtual interactions are increasing as workplaces look to stay connected with employees. Essential businesses remain open. And other businesses still need to reach out to customers via video calls. All of these businesses still have a need for branded apparel for staff…
Read MoreRoyal Apparel Announces New Virtual Options, Sample Program
Royal Apparel, Hauppage, N.Y., announced it is adapting to the current needs of customers with new virtual capabilities. The cancellation or postponement of trade shows, in-person presentations and showroom visits has become a common headline in the pandemic-driven news coverage these days. With CDC guidelines urging social distancing practices and essential travel only, Royal Apparel…
Read MoreHere Are the Finalists for the Breeders’ Cup T-shirt Design Contest
Last month, we suspected that the organizers of the Breeders’ Cup T-shirt design contest would receive ample applications. Now that the submission period has closed, officials have narrowed the pool of 93 entrants to five finalists, with one lucky individual set to play an interesting part in horse racing’s history…
Read MoreNew Opportunities for Selling Disposable Drinkware as the Economy Reopens
Businesses from coffee shops to bars to high-end restaurants may need to adjust their operating models as the country begins to reopen. With sanitary concerns and an increased demand for to-go orders, there is a critical role distributors can play as food and drink companies navigate the new normal…
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