Tekweld, Hauppauge, N.Y., announced the appointment of Regina Harrington to the position of Central regional sales manager and Matt Kozar to Southeast regional sales manager. Both Harrington and Kozar will report directly to Ray Rodriguez, vice president of sales and marketing for Tekweld…
Read MoreCase of the Mondays? Nick Lateur of IMAGEN Brands Has the Promotional Products Cure
Each week, Nick Lateur posts a video. He picks a product—something unique or quirky, maybe a top-seller—and looks for any funny twists that would translate to video. The results, some of which may or may not involve Lateur wearing a superhero costume with shiny gold tights, are delightful…
Read MoreKTI Networks/KTI Promo Partners With Incentives West
KTI Networks/KTI Promo, Houston, has partnered with Incentives West to expand its reach over on the West Coast to build success in the West. KTI specializes in all things tech, from flash drives to power banks, charging cables to wireless earbuds, and a variety of other tech products. KTI has also started to expand its…
Read MoreThis Company’s Custom-Printed Surgical Masks Started as a Joke, But They Might Have Real Value
A company called Resting Risk Face is launching surgical masks custom-printed with your face on them, so you can unlock your phone without removing the mask. The idea started as sort of a joke—and the company might not even actually make the masks available—but it might actually have some real value…
Read MoreWhat’s Happening With Promotional Pens in 2020
“People have been using writing instruments for over 6,000 years, which is evidence that traditional writing practices will continue to stand the test of time,” said Carrie Lewis, marketing and communications manager for BIC Graphic, Clearwater, Fla. “In fact, there are plenty of recent studies that show Millennials, Gen Z and their parents prefer pen…
Read MoreNew York Mets Pitcher Gifts Teammates Mets-Themed Training Gear From His Apparel Line
Marcus Stroman has proven himself a fiery competitor across six major league seasons with the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Mets. The 28-year-old showed a desire to make his first full campaign in the Big Apple a true bonding experience, giving his teammates Mets-themed training items from his apparel line…
Read MoreOur 5 Favorite Promotional Products of the Week: Mascot Memorials, ‘Friends’ References and More
This week’s Fave 5 includes two ends of the pet owner spectrum: dressing them up in hilarious clothing and remembering them fondly after they’ve gone. While we wish no one ever had to do that second part, Cleveland Browns fans can at least celebrate their late, beloved mascot in style. Read on for our full list…
Read MoreCoronavirus Impacts on Promo Products Industry: The Latest on Supplier Expectations, Factory Disruptions and Uncertainty
The number of reported coronavirus cases and death in China are rising. While China has worked consistently to contain the spread, uncertainty and a dwindling workforce has hamstrung some promotional products businesses that source from China. Here are the latest projections and info on industry impacts…
Read MoreSomeone Please Send Us These Sold-Out In-N-Out Burger Shoes
In-N-Out released a new pair of shoes in its online store. They’re white slip-ons in the style of classic Vans, and they’re decorated in the same red squiggly stripes and palm trees pattern as In-N-Out’s drink cups. They are extremely cool, but there’s a problem: They sold out almost instantly…
Read MoreThis Spring You Can Get Supreme Oreos, Catcher’s Gear and Ziploc Bags
We’re not saying Supreme has gone fully into “let’s just put our logo on whatever and they’ll buy it” mode, but the company’s Spring line of items includes baseball catcher’s gear, a tool set, co-branded Ziploc bags and Oreo cookies…
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