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…
Read MoreStorm Creek Donates $34K+ in Merchandise to Big Brothers, Big Sisters Twin Cities
Storm Creek, Eagan, Minnesota, donated more than $34,000 worth of merchandise—jackets, vests and other cold weather cozy items—to Big Brothers, Big Brothers Twin Cities for its Winter Picnic in Minneapolis on Saturday, Dec. 11. Seventy-six pairs of “Littles” and their “Bigs” celebrated winter with an afternoon of treats, activities, local pro sports team mascot visits,…
Read More2021 Wrap-Up: 7 Feel-Good Promo Stories From the Year
Here are seven stories we covered this year that hit us right in the feels, boosted our faith in humanity, earned a respectful tip of the cap, or just about any other overused phrase regarding happiness that we can think of. May they lift your spirits once more as we head into 2022…
Read MoreHow to Unpack Your Sales Potential for 2022
Considering how 2021 went, most of us won’t have a solid comparative sales history to work from in 2022. But you can still determine the most important part of setting sales goals: potential. The key to sales growth planning, whether coming out of a bullish economy or a collapsing economy, is granularity…
Read More2021 Supplier Excellence Awards Showcase: Tekweld
After a slow first quarter in 2021, Tekweld has seen significant sales growth that it expects will continue into 2022. To keep pace, the company is increasing capacity and inventory levels, entering new product categories and expanding on existing ones. Oh, and it plans to open a new facility…
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