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6 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs
4 days ago
Everybody loves getting new business – it’s exciting! Because new customers are so crucial to growing a business, many companies pour the majority of their marketing time and energy into g...
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May 06
It seems like there are new cutting-edge gadgets coming to market every day. It’s getting hard to keep up with what is really going to make your life easier and what’s just hype. We&rsquo...
Continue Reading6 Mood-Boosting Promo Products to Beat the Winter Blues
Apr 29
Winter can be a hard season for lots of people. Between the colder weather, shorter daylight hours, and increased social isolation this year, many folks will feel the winter blues. Also known as Seaso...
Continue Reading5 Promo Products for the Stay-at-Home Worker
Apr 21
Working from home has become the norm these days. It’s also becoming increasingly difficult to separate our professional lives from our personal lives. From trying to make deadlines, cooking din...
Continue Reading7 Promo Products That Will Get the Party Started
Apr 14
Do you remember the birthday parties you went to when you were a kid? And the party favors you received at the end of the festivities? Sometimes, those parting gifts were the highlight of the party. B...
Continue ReadingOld School vs. New School Promo Products
Apr 07
It’s no secret – people love “vintage” products. Just look at the huge resurgence in vintage clothing that began in the early 2010’s and you’ll see what we’re...
Continue Reading6 Hot Products for the Grill Master
Mar 31
Nothing says summertime better than lounging on a pool float, roasting marshmallows under the stars, or feasting on tender barbecue. It’s time to light up the grill, because these smokin&rsqu...
Continue ReadingSchool's in Session: 7 Essential Supplies for Students
Mar 24
Students are back in the classroom and parents are scrambling to purchase all of the necessary supplies on each teacher’s checklist. From three different types of pencils, calculators, and folde...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Sharper Students
Mar 16
Description: Pencil Sharpener Industry: Construction What it was purchased for: A shipyard in a major city harbor has advocates who go out to local schools to promote shipbuilding. These advocates n...
Continue ReadingGiving Back: The Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility
Mar 09
Whether you’re putting together a fundraiser, donating food to a local shelter, or volunteering at a soup kitchen, supporting causes you care about makes you feel good and makes the world a bett...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Lunchtime Appreciation
Mar 02
Description: ID Lunch Bag Industry: Health Care / Pharmaceutical What it was purchased for: A hospital wanted a unisex item to give out for Nurses Week. Since most of the nursing staff brought their...
Continue Reading5 Tips for Boosting Social Media Engagement
Feb 23
Social media is used for different purposes. News outlets tweet out breaking news, fashion trends are posted on Instagram, and political ads are promoted through Facebook. Social media platforms are a...
Continue ReadingCase Study: An Icy Cool Promotion
Feb 16
Description: 16 Oz. Swiggy Stainless Steel Bottle Industry: Non-Profit What it was purchased for: The item was purchased for a youth camping trip. The bottles were meant to hold the water for a ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Getting Bent out of Shape for More Business
Feb 09
Product: Gel Stress Toy Client: Health Food Store What it was purchased for: As a gift to reward customers for spending over a certain amount. Why it worked: The gel stress toy which, unlike the fo...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Go Green or Go Home
Feb 02
Item: goingreen™ Stapled Appointment Calendar Purpose: Promote awareness of recycling programs and provide recycling information to the community Audience: Residents of the company’s s...
Continue ReadingGive Your School Clubs a Boost With These Promotional Products
Jan 26
School clubs are an essential part of student life, and we’ve got the essential pieces you need to make the clubs a big success. These are promotional products that you can use for both to help ...
Continue Reading6 Things You're Missing Out on by Not Using Promotional Products
Jan 18
Promotional products aren’t just for niche industry operations. Whether you are a small organization looking to grow your business, or an established company wanting to reach a new market, a pro...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Do a Double Take
Jan 11
Objective: A general contracting company was looking for a fun way to provide "before and after" photos to their clients after a remodeling project was complete. Product: Double-Sided Portrait Fold...
Continue ReadingTop 10 Promotional Products for the Health and Wellness Industry
Jan 04
Now, more than ever before, people are focused on enriching their lives with healthy habits and wellbeing practices. In fact, the health & wellness industry has seen exponential growths over the past ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Info in a Flash
Dec 28, 2020
Item: 8GB Custom USB 2.0 Flash Drive Purpose: Provide information about the school and programs Audience: Students and prospective students A community college was looking for a unique way to di...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Lunchtime Loot
Dec 21, 2020
A restaurant supply company was planning its annual company picnic for employees and their families. Every year, the company gives employees a nice gift in the $10 range. This year, the company chose ...
Continue Reading6 Purr-fect Promo Products for Cat Lovers
Dec 14, 2020
Everyone knows that dogs are man’s best friend, but did you know that cats have been living alongside humans as companions since at least 7500 BC? In 2017, cats were one of the most popular pets...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Fun in the Sun
Dec 06, 2020
Product: Two-Tone Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Sports What it was purchased for: A major sports team was having difficulty keeping attendance up at weeknight games. They came up with the idea of doin...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Brighten Their Day
Nov 29, 2020
A realtor wanted to give a thank-you gift to those who purchased a new home with them. They chose the LED Carbon Fiber Aluminum Flashlight. They printed their logo along with the tagline, "We will bri...
Continue Reading5 Promotional Products for Firemen and Fire Departments
Nov 22, 2020
Firemen deserve a special kind of admiration. They spend their careers rushing into buildings while others are rushing out. Many departments require aid from the community, and that’s where f...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Zip It Up
Nov 14, 2020
Description: Hit Sports Pack with Front Zipper Industry: Broadcast Media/Telecommunication What it was purchased for: A cellular provider needed giveaways for an event at a major university. How it ...
Continue Reading7 Promotional Products For Those On the Go
Nov 07, 2020
According to a 2016 AAA Foundation report, American drivers spend an average of more than 17,600 minutes behind the wheel each year. Now, imagine that someone is looking at products with your logo for...
Continue ReadingHow to Protect Your Business From Hackers
Oct 31, 2020
Business owners have a lot to lose in the event of an unfortunate data breach. From intellectual property to customer lists to bank account numbers, hackers have their eyes set on the most invaluable ...
Continue Reading5 Quick Pick-Me-Ups You Can Send Your Employees at Home Right Now
Oct 24, 2020
Show your staff some much needed appreciation while they work from home with these inexpensive and mailable products. While many people are getting used to the “new normal” of working fro...
Continue Reading6 Promotional Products for Music Lovers
Oct 16, 2020
These promotional products will be music to your ears! There are all kinds of music lovers out there, from fans of rock to jazz and everything in between, that would love to get any of these music-the...
Continue Reading8 Corporate Gifts for Your Employees
Oct 09, 2020
The employees are the backbone of every company. And when your employees have been working hard all year to bring in tremendous results, nothing conveys your appreciation more than a corporate gift. A...
Continue Reading10 Tweetable Quotes for Motivation
Oct 02, 2020
People love quotes. That’s probably why 30% of retweets on Twitter are quote-related. You can tap into that trend by posting engaging and entertaining quotes on your company’s account. How...
Continue Reading8 Promotional Products to Win Game Day
Sep 25, 2020
From Friday night lights, Saturday morning tailgating, to Sunday watch parties, show support for your team with some promotional products for the win! Touchscreen Gloves Add your logo to these tou...
Continue ReadingFrom Zero to Wow: 6 Uniforms That Every Employee Will Love
Sep 18, 2020
Have you ever worked at a 9 to 5 job where there is a mandatory uniform? But... this required uniform is old, frumpy, and 100 percent unflattering? We've been there too! There are benefits of uniform...
Continue ReadingMust-Have Promotional Products for the Real Estate Industry
Sep 10, 2020
Real estate promotional products are a memorable way to stay top of mind with your clients by promoting your brand, while also giving something back to your clients. Whether it’s part of a direc...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Don't Run from this Promo!
Sep 03, 2020
Description: Running Belt Fanny Pack Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: A nationwide gym chain was looking for an item to give away with the purchase of yearly memberships. Th...
Continue Reading7 Ways to Take Advantage of Your Lunch Break
Aug 27, 2020
Taking a lunch break is important. It’s a time when you can step away from your computer and have a little “me” time. Your lunch break should be a time when you can unplug and stop t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Jot It Down
Aug 20, 2020
Description: Mini Flip Pad Jotter Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: An investment firm wanted to promote their new financial blog to their existing customers with a memorable branded it...
Continue ReadingHow Promo Products Can Make a Lasting Impression
Aug 12, 2020
How would you describe your company in 30 seconds? This common sales technique is known as an elevator pitch, and the goal is to captivate the attention of your potential clients and explain how you...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Bear With Us
Aug 05, 2020
Description: Plush Big Paw Bear with Shirt Industry: Financial Services / Banking What it was purchased for: A bank chain needed a product for tellers to hand out to new account members. How it was...
Continue Reading6 USA-Made Products Especially for Kids
Jul 28, 2020
Who didn’t enjoy getting to dig through the prize basket after a trip to the dentist or the bank? It’s a fact – children love giveaways. Get your brand, school, or organization in fr...
Continue ReadingThe Value of Custom Packaging
Jul 21, 2020
When you advertise your business or organization with promotional products, you want those items to be unique, interesting, and memorable. So, shouldn’t that same principle apply to the packagin...
Continue Reading7 Financial Products That Are a Great Investment
Jul 14, 2020
Finance-themed promotional products are a great marketing investment and help increase brand awareness and customer loyalty. These 7 products can be used as financial seminar gifts, banking giveaways,...
Continue ReadingCase Study: It's Raining Cats and Dogs
Jul 07, 2020
Item: Puppies & Kittens Mini Appointment Calendar Client: Pet Food Manufacturer Purpose: Increase pet food sales through goodwill campaign A pet food manufacturer partnered with a nationwide pet...
Continue ReadingYour Product Decorating Questions Answered
Jun 29, 2020
You encounter promo products every single day. You hold them, wear them, and maybe even smell them. But, did you know every one of these products goes through an extensive design process, whether that...
Continue ReadingCheers! Let’s Sell More Beer!
Jun 22, 2020
Description: Custom Wave Table Tent Industry: Hospitality What it was purchased for: A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sales, ...
Continue Reading5 Promo Products That Are Bright, Light, and Ready to Excite
Jun 15, 2020
Looking for some promotional products to outshine the competition? Need some LED magic to illuminate your brand? We’ve got you covered with this selection of super fun promotional products th...
Continue Reading6 Promotional Products That Put Safety First
Jun 08, 2020
Whether it’s on a construction site, warehouse, or a laboratory, it’s always important to help your workers stay safe. Encourage your employees to make safe choices all year long with thes...
Continue ReadingCase Study: The Weather is Snow Joke
Jun 01, 2020
Description: Keep Warm Buddy Set Industry: Education What it was purchased for: A local school was looking for a fundraiser item to help older kids raise money for an overnight camping trip. The...
Continue ReadingCase Study: These Calendars Aren't Week
May 24, 2020
Objective: A local bank wanted a way to thank their new customers with a promotional gift item that would have a high-perceived value. Product: Beach Trifold Calendar Personalization: The bank inc...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Health & Wellness Spas
May 17, 2020
Products Javalina Jewel® Pen Industry Health & Wellness Spas Application Future Visits A day spa wanted to ensure that its guests always received the royal treatment. To encourage f...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Raise Your Glass
May 10, 2020
The NY Yankees wanted to create special commemorative bottles to celebrate Derek Jeter’s accomplishments at Yankee Stadium. They chose 150 magnum-sized (1.5L) bottles with a special logo and Jet...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Calendar Puns are Week
May 03, 2020
Objective: A real estate agent wanted a useful promotional item to boost her personal branding and promote her services while staying top of mind all year round. Product: Desk Calendar with 4-Color...
Continue ReadingCook Up a Storm With These 5 Promotional Products
Apr 26, 2020
There are hundreds of cooking gadgets that claim to make people’s lives easier but many of them end up collecting dust in the junk drawer. We’ve found the best and most useful kitchen prod...
Continue ReadingYour Guide to Promo Hats
Apr 19, 2020
A hat is a hat, right? With so many different styles available, it’s easy to get confused. With this quick guide to promotional headwear, you’ll learn the differences between the various s...
Continue Reading5 Promotional Products for School That Are 2 Cool 2-B 4-Got-N
Apr 12, 2020
Each school year, millions of students hit the books, shoot some hoops, and work hard to bring home that golden 4.0 GPA. Sometimes, the best way to promote your brand is by supporting the students in ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: What Does Your Phone Stand For?
Apr 04, 2020
Product: Phone Stand Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A local financial institution needed a giveaway item for current and potential clients. It had to be useful to keep their name in ...
Continue Reading5 Steps to Achieving Your Goals
Mar 28, 2020
If you’ve ever watched a TED talk or listened to any of your teachers in school, you’ll know that setting goals are the stepping stones to getting where you want to be in life. You watch o...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Bake in Business
Mar 20, 2020
Description: Set of 4 Measuring Cups Industry: Hospitality / Tourism What it was purchased for: A casino in the Milwaukee area wanted to spice up a "normal giveaway" with a theme. They had com...
Continue Reading5 Ways to Be Healthier in 2 Minutes or Less
Mar 13, 2020
Most people would agree that improving their health is important to them. But when it comes to making big life changes to accommodate a healthier lifestyle, who has the time? While we may not always b...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Raise Your Glass!
Mar 06, 2020
Objective A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sales and highlight their weekly specials while encouraging enrollment for their ta...
Continue ReadingAin't Nobody Got Time for That: 5 Tips for Working Efficiently
Feb 28, 2020
No one ever got anywhere by doing the bare minimum. Your growth depends on you getting as much done in as little time as possible. The five tips below will help you accomplish as much as possible each...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Employee Appreciation Gift
Feb 21, 2020
A company with many sales representatives needed an item for their top sales performers. Since their sales staff has both men and women, they needed an item that could be used by either gender. They c...
Continue ReadingOur Top 10 Favorite Eco-Friendly Products
Feb 13, 2020
Sometimes it’s good to take a moment and get in touch with Mother Earth. Not only are these products great for printing your company logo or message, but they also serve dual purposes. The produ...
Continue Reading6 Products to Include in Every Holiday Gift Basket
Feb 06, 2020
It’s always a good idea to get those gifts planned out and ready to go before the holiday chaos begins, and that includes client appreciation gifts. But, what do you get them? Put in extra thoug...
Continue Reading5 Easy Ways to Achieve a Positive Outlook
Jan 30, 2020
One of the most powerful things you can do to set yourself up for success is practice the art of positive thinking. It's easy to let the struggles of everyday life control your attitude. But by practi...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Do the Wave
Jan 23, 2020
Market: School Objective: A school’s athletic program was struggling to pay for recurring expenses. Game attendance had dropped over the previous year, and alumni attendance was weak. The...
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