Since Apple’s 2017 release of the iPhone 8 and iPhone X as their first Qi-compatible devices, it’s become the standard wireless charging method, allowing more companies to install Qi chargers for public use. Today you’ll find Qi chargers installed at select Starbucks and McDonald’s locations, airports and hotels around the world, at Facebook headquarters, built…
Read MorePromo Apparel Lessons From Adidas’ High-Quality ‘The Waterboy’ Anniversary Collection
We are big fans of throwback sports promotions, and this year is majorly fueling our obsession. Over the summer, the Anaheim Ducks unveiled their throwback “Mighty Ducks”-inspired jerseys, and we thought they were incredible. Now it looks like “The Waterboy” is getting the merchandise treatment, and we are in full support.
Read MoreLululemon’s Founder Has Some, Um, Interesting Predictions for Future Apparel Trends
When it comes to athleisure, Chip Wilson is the expert. The founder of Lululemon has been at the forefront of every major recent athletic apparel trend, so when he makes an apparel prediction, we listen. In an interview with Business Insider, Wilson discussed several fashion forecasts.
Read MoreAIMastermind Group Announces Two AIM Power Meetings for 2019
AIMastermind Group, Collegeville, Pa., today announced it will partner with Promo Marketing for two AIM Power Meetings in 2019. Available exclusively to AIM distributor members, the events will take place in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., June 17-19, 2019, and in San Antonio, Oct. 14-16, 2019…
Read MoreFlywheel Brands Breaks Ground on New Office Building
Flywheel Brands Inc., Chattanooga, Tenn., broke ground recently on a new 6,000 sq. ft. office building to accommodate its growing team. The new headquarters will be located in Hixson, Tenn., just outside of Chattanooga, where Flywheel vice president of client development Bart Simpson said his brand marketing agency will develop a modern structure that satisfies…
Read MoreFlorida Passes Law Allowing Bars to Accept Free Branded Drinkware
Remember the legal battle over whether beverage companies would be allowed to supply branded drinkware to bars and restaurants for free? It was something big-name companies were in…
Read MoreTaco Bell Adds Merch Component to Popular ‘Steal a Base, Steal a Taco’ Promotion
As tonight marks the start of the NBA regular season (let’s go, Sixers!), we here at Promo Marketing have entered our favorite time of the year, as all four major sports are now sating our enthusiasm for pulse-racing performances, upset victories and legacy-defining efforts. We mean no disrespect at all to hoops, hockey and gridiron…
Read MoreGet A (Phone) Grip
Phone grips are for anyone who owns a smartphone, and right now there are more than 264 million smartphone users in the United States alone. A grip enables smartphone users to capture the perfect selfie without fear of dropping their phone, prop up their phone to video chat the family hands-free, and catch a Pokémon…
Read MoreInstagram for Promo: 5 Ways to Build and Connect With Audiences
Building brand awareness can be hard if you aren’t up to date with the latest business tools, including social media. That’s why we’re diving into ways to use Instagram—perhaps the most popular social channel—in order to reach your ideal audience. Instagram is not only a great way to connect, but also a helpful tool for promoting your business…
Read MoreDoes Your Brand Suck?
I believe that many businesses have brands that suck. I mean suck away opportunities for sales and profits! Let me explain. First, there are many companies out there with brand names that only indicate they sell printing or promotional products. Names like, “City Printing Company” or “Peoria Promotional Products LLC.” These names suggest the company…
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