Threadfast Apparel, New York City, recently announced the results of its 2021 “Plant With Threadfast” Reforestation program, having planted over 46,000 trees in partnership with the nonprofit One Tree Planted. As part of the program, Threadfast plants a tree for every case of Threadfast product purchased…
Read More9 USA-Made Promotional Products for Spring and Summer
With all the supply chain issues suppliers, distributors and end-buyers are dealing with, sourcing domestically can alleviate some of the pressure. There’s less worry about factories shutting down or ships waiting outside of ports for days at a time (let alone the time it takes to unload them). Here are nine USA-made promotional products to get you started…
Read MorePast and Future: 7 Promo Lessons From a Departing Industry Veteran
I’ve spent one third of my life dedicated to the promo industry, and I’ve had the absolute pleasure to work with so many phenomenal people and share so many amazing memories along the way. Throughout the years, I’ve learned countless things about myself, my business and life in general, and I thought it’d be great to share some of those…
Read MoreDiversity and Inclusion a Key Focus at Koozie Group
Koozie Group, Clearwater, Florida, realizes the importance of having a diverse workforce where everyone feels welcome to share their perspectives and ideas. That’s why fostering diversity and inclusion is one of the four key areas of Keep it. Give it., Koozie Group’s vision for positive social impact and increased sustainability…
Read MoreThe Little Things: Two Simple (But Easily Overlooked) Fundamentals That Can Help Grow Your Promo Business
Once in a while, it pays to get back to basics. It might not unlock some magical secret to business growth, but it might spark some new ideas or provide some fresh perspective on your current strategy. Best of all, it doesn’t take that much time or effort to do. Here are two examples that, while simple, could have big benefits for your business…
Read MoreTeam Phun Promotes Brittany Aanestad to Brand Sales Manager
Team Phun, a brand-building and promotional products company with offices on both coasts, announced the promotion of Brittany Aanestad to brand sales manager. Aanestad joined the Team Phun San Diego crew in 2020 as a brand consultant, bringing over 13 years of experience in hospitality and 10 years in sales and marketing…
Read MoreRedwood Classics and Preloved Launch Upcycled Pan Am Games Collection
Redwood Classics Apparel, Toronto, and Preloved have teamed up to turn something old into a brand new collection, using unexpected materials that had a very finite shelf life. After Toronto hosted the Pan Am Games in 2015, the city found itself with hundreds of leftover street pole banners. This isn’t a new problem for…
Read More5 Onboarding Ideas to Keep New Employees Connected
Companies are faced with new challenges when it comes to hiring and retaining workers. Every industry needs to design and implement a thoughtful onboarding experience. It’s the difference between having a fully staffed company and one that is overworked and overburdened. Here are five ideas we are seeing regarding employee onboarding trends…
Read MoreBaskin-Robbins Celebrates Rebrand With Merch Line Featuring Bikes and Apparel
After 77 delicious years, Baskin-Robbins is getting a bit of a branding face lift. That includes updating its employee uniforms and packaging to breathe new life into the brand famous for its 31 flavors. That’s just in the stores, though. Baskin-Robbins also plans to go far beyond just ice cream with merchandise like bikes and bucket hats, opening an online store for the first time…
Read MoreJoyce Anglin of IMAGEN Brands Celebrates 60 Years With Company
Throughout her time with IMAGEN Brands, Joyce Anglin has forged numerous friendships, made too many good memories to count and has always lent a helping hand whenever needed. To say that she enjoys her job and working for the company would be an understatement, especially given the major career milestone that she recently achieved…
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