A year-plus of remote work has changed the way we think about dressing for work, shifting the workplace attire norms to be more casual. Scott Baxter, president and CEO of Kontoor Brands, parent company of Lee and Wrangler jeans, said that this “global casualization” is here to stay, and apparel companies need to pay attention…
Read MoreOur 5 Favorite Promotional Products of the Week: Pasta Handbags, Guy Fieri Beach Towels and More
Getting a kitten is fun, but it’s a lot of work. Suddenly the whole house is a toy. While we try to keep our new cat away from the smartphone charger, check out our fave five promotional products of the week, including a Guy Fieri beach towel and a “Superbad” snow globe that Seth Rogen still owns…
Read MoreMcDonald’s Goes Quality-Over-Quantity for Saweetie Co-Branded Meal, Merch
Like the other meals before hers, Saweetie’s McDonald’s meal includes branded packaging, like sauce packets. But the actual merchandise isn’t available to everyone (at least not yet). Fans can enter a sweepstakes to win two limited edition Brandon Blackwood bags, and McDonald’s employees will wear special uniforms…
Read MoreCharles River Apparel and Cradles to Crayons Team Up to Help Low-Income Students Across Massachusetts
Charles River Apparel partnered with Cradles to Crayons to make sure low-income students across the state start the school year prepared as part of Cradles to Crayons’ Ready for Learning initiative. Charles River Apparel employees stuffed more than 1,000 backpacks with school supplies and essentials…
Read MoreReese’s Puffs Debuts Branded Synthesizers (Real and Augmented Reality), Cinnamon Toast Crunch Launches Teen-Only Promo Contest
Reese’s Puffs just released three boxes that include an augmented reality tie-in to turn the backs of the boxes into synthesizers and drum machines. General Mills is also releasing a real-life branded synthesizer, and introduced a “teens only” promo for Cinnamon Toast Crunch…
Read MoreShipping Updates: USPS Finalizes First-Class Slowdown Plan, UPS Braces for Peak-Season Volume Surge
The USPS finalized a deal to slow down first-class mail, effective Oct. 1. At the same time, UPS announced that it anticipates peak season volume to exceed capacity by approximately 5 million pieces per day, advising customers to shift their own shipping timelines…
Read Morecommonsku Announces skucamp Speaker Lineup
commonsku, Toronto, sold out its fourth skucamp conference within a week. The three-day event will be held in Palm Springs, Calif., with a new community-inspired format, plus an exciting lineup of some of the industry’s most notable leaders. skucamp’s education lineup features the following presenters…
Read MoreWhen Opportunity Knocks: Part 2 With Terry Brizz
Terry Brizz had two great ideas that massively changed his life and were influential in creating his financial and business success. Listen as the president of Galaxy Balloons and professor of entrepreneurship shares why you need to keep your eyes open to the opportunities that surround you…
Read MoreHow to Tell Your Clients’ Brand Stories Better by Using Print and Promo Together
Promotional products alone can go a long way with lasting brand awareness, but Paul Keely, owner of King Print & Promo, remembers two instances where adding print to a promotional campaign helped his clients deliver a deeper, more thoughtful message and tell a complete story…
Read MoreLe Tour de Spice Adds Adrienne Barker to Sales Team
Supplier Le Tour de Spice has added Adrienne Barker, MAS, to its sales team. Barker will service promotional products distributors in the Southeast Market region. She has over 35 years in the industry as a distributor, earning her MAS in 2010, and received her lifetime certification in 2020…
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