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Branding 101: Let’s Talk Logos
3 days ago
A logo is often a company’s first impression and it can impact a customer’s perception, purchase decisions and overall attitude toward your company. A logo is a symbol or graphic element t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Celebrate Milestones
Jul 18
A bank wanted to promote 110 years of serving individuals and businesses in Pennsylvania through an "Open House" celebration at their branches. Among the many products selected to commemorate this mil...
Continue ReadingLanyards: Everything You Need to Know
Jul 11
When it's time to choose the perfect lanyard for your company or organization, you may not be aware of all the things to consider when purchasing your new supplies. Lanyards come in many different sty...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Hay, Where'd You Get That Tote?
Jul 03
Description: Large Boat Tote Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: Horse show giveaways How it was distributed: A local horse show needed gifts for their major contributors. A VIP...
Continue Reading7 Retro Products That Will Turn Back Time
Jun 26
Do you ever have that moment when you look at something and you get an overwhelming surge of nostalgia? Everyone loves a good throwback, especially when it's a cool, vintage product. Below are seven r...
Continue ReadingProduct Safety: What You Need to Know
Jun 19
No matter what they’re purchasing, no one wants their products to be unsafe – it’s a no-brainer! In the United States, there are several different product safety regulations that pro...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Raise Your Glass
Jun 12
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 ReadingWin Big With These Promotional Products for Sports Lovers
Jun 05
If you’re looking for some awesome gear to support your team—or for some killer merch for your team’s fans—we’ve got you covered with these awesome promotional products f...
Continue ReadingWhat Millennials Want (And How to Work With Them)
May 29
Many people agree that there is a high demand to diversify the workforce with young specialists bearing fresh ideas and new perspectives. Furthermore, we need to prepare this growing generation for le...
Continue Reading7 Fitness Promotional Products to Help You Stay in Shape
May 21
Exercise is an important part of our overall wellness and many companies are using wellness initiatives to promote healthy choices like regular exercise. Whether your company is encouraging physical f...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Calendar Puns are Week
May 14
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 ReadingCase Study: Let the Games Begin!
May 07
Product: Custom Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Automotive/Banking What it was purchased for: A car company wanted to find a product that would promote their brand at a local college BCS Bowl Games. Ho...
Continue Reading8 Elegant & Engravable Promotional Products
Apr 29
The promotional products industry has become so successful for one reason: people like free stuff. It’s true! So, how do you know which of the millions of products you want to be associated with...
Continue ReadingCase Study: This Event Needs More Cowbell
Apr 22
Description: Cow Bell Industry: Trade Show / Convention / Events What it was purchased for: A charity marathon coordinator wanted a giveaway that spectators could use to cheer on their runners. ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: The Write Stuff
Apr 15
Description: Rumba Pen Industry: Automotive What it was purchased for: An automotive supplier wanted to make their name visible in automotive stores around the country. How it was distributed: Pens...
Continue ReadingCase Study: 3D is the Key
Apr 08
A company was looking for unique items to commemorate the celebration of its 45th year in business. They wanted to incorporate a new logo that communicated the anniversary as well as the range of prod...
Continue Reading8 Corporate Gifts for Your Employees
Mar 31
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 ReadingSweet Dreams Are Made of Cheese: Products for Charcuterie Lovers
Mar 24
What’s more impressive than an expertly crafted charcuterie board? Fancy cured meats, artisanal cheeses, crackers, nuts, fruits… our mouths are watering just thinking about it. For all th...
Continue Reading5 Pitch Perfect Products for Musically Talented Individuals
Mar 17
We all have talented musicians in our lives. Whether they can shred on an electric guitar or have tried out for the local singing competition, some people are born to make music. Here are 5 promo pro...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Don't Run from this Promo!
Mar 10
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 ReadingCase Study: The Write Way
Mar 03
Item: WideBody® Message Pen Purpose: Inform people about range of services Audience: Clients and general public A chiropractic office wanted to inform clients and others about their range of...
Continue ReadingA Quick Guide to Promotional Bags
Feb 23
Whether you’re at a tradeshow, school, office, or even the grocery store, chances are that you’re going to see a promotional bag. Bags are one of the most ubiquitous promotional products &...
Continue Reading7 Promotional Products for When You’re Feeling Lucky
Feb 16
Whether you’re a casino looking for new ways to entice players to visit or you’re putting together a casino themed event, there are plenty of promotional products for you! Add your logo an...
Continue ReadingMust-Have Promotional Products for the Real Estate Industry
Feb 09
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 Reading7 Promotional Products For Those On the Go
Feb 02
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 ReadingCase Study: A Prom Ticket Keepsake
Jan 26
A Prom Ticket Keepsake Organization High School Product Featured Neoprene Bracelet Goal of Promotion Issuing prom tickets Des...
Continue Reading7 Promotional Products That Help You Prepare for the Unexpected
Jan 19
It’s always important to have emergency plans in place for when the unexpected happens. There is no substitute for good preparations! These promotional products help you ensure you are prepared ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Fun in the Sun
Jan 12
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 Reading5 Phone Accessories to Help You Get a Grip
Jan 05
It’s pretty safe to say that cell phones are a ubiquitous part of everyday life. In any room with more than a few people in it, you’re likely to find a few phone screens lighting up in som...
Continue ReadingCase Study: It Takes a Village
Dec 29, 2020
Objective: A village needed an easy way to let residents know when there were issues with their water meters. They wanted a faster method of communication than mailing letters, and something more di...
Continue ReadingReusable vs. Disposable Items
Dec 22, 2020
Disposable products are a common part of everyday life for most folks – think single-use items like plastic cutlery, paper plates, shopping bags from the grocery store, napkins, the coffee cup f...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wheelie Important Paperwork
Dec 14, 2020
Market: Automotive Objective: A motorcycle dealership wanted professional, branded document pouches to hold important paperwork for new customers to take home after their motorcycle purchase. They ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Improve Sales and Traffic
Dec 07, 2020
A hotel wanted to promote its amenities to guests in a personable, yet non-intrusive manner. The goal was to encourage guests to utilize hotel amenities instead of going off-site to fulfill their need...
Continue ReadingGame On: 10 Promo Product Games We Love!
Nov 30, 2020
From traditional favorites to new and trendy games, you can put your brand at the center of the fun whether it is at a tailgate, a special party or event, or just around the office. Bean Bag Toss Ga...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Keep Warm Buddy Set
Nov 23, 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. They ch...
Continue ReadingSwing, Batter! The Best MLB Promotions
Nov 15, 2020
Looking beyond the peanuts and Cracker Jacks, there are some creative new promotions heading to major league baseball stadiums this season! The tradition of these MLB giveaways dates all the way back...
Continue Reading5 Promotional Products That Will Have Your Clients Dreaming
Nov 08, 2020
There are a lot of branding opportunities that go unnoticed in a world of t-shirts and coffee mugs. In fact, there’s an entire industry that spends every waking hour thinking of ways to help you...
Continue Reading5 Festive Promotional Products for Holiday Parties
Nov 01, 2020
The holidays can get pretty hectic, so it’s always nice to receive some wise advice to help you through the celebrations. Our first piece of advice is to use mistletoe strategically. Your partne...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Success on Campus
Oct 25, 2020
A large university needed a useful tool to promote its school app to students and faculty because it wanted to use the app to communicate important college news and upcoming events. Since most student...
Continue Reading5 Promo Products to Make Your Office Safer for Employees
Oct 17, 2020
As business’ doors open back up and employees step into the office, it’s essential to make sure they feel safe and comfortable as the return to their desks. Whether you own a business that...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A
Oct 10, 2020
Organization Tanning Salon Product Featured Polyester Lanyard Goal of Promotion To create new clients for salon Description of Case History A tanning salon wanted a creative way to give out a...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Picture is Worth...a Nice Donation
Oct 03, 2020
Description: Folded Photograph Card Industry: Fundraising What it was purchased for: A historical preservation society needed invitations for their annual dinner. A board member donated their photog...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Do a Double Take
Sep 26, 2020
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 ReadingCase Study: Roll Up in Style
Sep 18, 2020
Description: Roll-Up Blanket Industry: Corporate / Fortune 500 What it was purchased for: A reward to employees for good service. How it was distributed: These blankets were mailed to locations aro...
Continue Reading25 Insane Facts About Promotional Products
Sep 11, 2020
You don’t have to work in the field of promotional products to notice the impact they can have on any organization’s marketing efforts. As the most effective medium of advertising across a...
Continue Reading8 Essential Office Supplies for Remote Workers
Sep 04, 2020
Since the CDC declared the COVID-19 virus a pandemic on March 11, 2020, various shelter-in-place and social distancing rules have been put into place to help slow the rate of infected peoples in the p...
Continue Reading6 Promotional Signs to Let Customers Know You’re Open For Business
Aug 28, 2020
As restaurants, salons, retail stores, and more begin reopening the doors, many business owners are trying to think of bold ways to visually attract customers to their businesses. From curbside food p...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Look, Ma, No Hands!
Aug 20, 2020
Description: Auto Air Vent Magnetic Phone Mount Industry: Technology What it was purchased for: A technology business was looking for a giveaway item that was unique but also fit within their budget...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Spec-Tacular Promotions
Aug 13, 2020
Description: CUSTOM Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Food & Beverage What it was purchased for: The end user wanted to give something away at this year’s Spring Break in Jamaica for an MTV even...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Bear With Us
Aug 06, 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 ReadingPerk up Your Promotions With These 6 Coffee Products
Jul 30, 2020
Coffee enthusiasts will love these promotional products that look like they’re straight from the coffee shop! Millions of people drink coffee and tea every day, even multiple times a day which m...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Plastics Make it Possible
Jul 22, 2020
Description: Oasis Recycled Bottle Pen Industry: Chemicals What it was purchased for: Trade Show Giveaways How it was distributed: A chemical company needed something to give away at a tradeshow. T...
Continue Reading5 Promo Products for People Who Love to Plan
Jul 15, 2020
Calendars, planners, and clocks are some of the most popular promotional products because they are useful, inexpensive, and receive innumerable impressions on a daily basis. Brand these everyday essen...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wave Hello to Recognition
Jul 08, 2020
Item: JAFFA® Wave Award Purpose: Welcome gift for incentive winners Audience: Software company sales representatives A software company held a sales incentive contest for reps to win a trip ...
Continue Reading30 Quotes That Will Motivate You to Succeed
Jul 01, 2020
We all want to succeed in business and in life, but sometimes we could use an extra boost of motivation. Some of the most successful people we have ever known have failed many times before succeeding....
Continue ReadingGive Your School Clubs a Boost With These Promotional Products
Jun 24, 2020
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 ReadingCase Study: Info in a Flash
Jun 16, 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: Where Has Your Pen Been?
Jun 09, 2020
Products Javalina Splash® Pen Industry Technology Application Contest An internet company created a branded website for a promotion called “Where has your pen been?” ...
Continue ReadingYour Guide to Promotional Shirts
Jun 02, 2020
If you've ever run a 5k or attended a basketball game, chances are you've got a promotional shirt in your drawers somewhere. According to PPAI's 2019 Consumer Study, wearables are the #1 most popular ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Yes, We Can!
May 26, 2020
Description: Kan-Tastic Industry: Food & Beverage What it was purchased for: Fast-food chain giveaway for college football night. How it was distributed: The vendor handed the Kan-Tastic out at t...
Continue ReadingYour Guide to Promo Hats
May 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 Reading6 Promotional Products to Fit Your Budget
May 12, 2020
Branding: it’s something that every company needs but there can be a common misconception that you need a large budget to get started. That’s not the case! Branding and promoting your comp...
Continue ReadingYour Guide to Drinkware
May 05, 2020
Mugs, tumblers, and bottles…oh my! There is an abundance of variety available when it comes to promotional drinkware, which can make it difficult to decide what is the best choice for your bran...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Computer Repair At Your Fuzzy Fingertips
Apr 27, 2020
A computer repair store attended a local home show and wanted something useful but unique to attract attendees to their booth. They also wanted something that would keep their name top of mind when th...
Continue ReadingCase Study: It's in the Bag
Apr 20, 2020
Description Non-Woven Shopper Tote Bag Industry Bookstore What it was purchased for A large Metropolitan Community College Bookstore wanted to feature a reusable shopping bag to the students who ...
Continue ReadingWhy You Need Promotional Products
Apr 13, 2020
In a world of ever-changing advertisement trends, there is one marketing solution that never grows old – promotional products. Studies show promotional products were ranked as the highest advert...
Continue ReadingSustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters
Apr 06, 2020
As the reality of our planet’s changing climate is becoming more and more apparent, being committed to sustainability has become a business imperative in the eyes of consumers. According to a 20...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Financial Industry
Mar 29, 2020
Products Javalina® Classic Pen Industry Financial Application Direct Mail A local bank wanted to increase awareness of its low mortgage rates and decided to do a direct mailing t...
Continue Reading7 Ways to Take Advantage of Your Lunch Break
Mar 22, 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 Reading4 Steps to #Winning Social Media
Mar 15, 2020
Social media is one of the fastest growing and ever-changing media platforms in existence. What began as an online community for the younger generations, now encompasses billions of people across the ...
Continue ReadingTop 10 Promotional Products for the Health and Wellness Industry
Mar 08, 2020
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 Reading6 Promotional Products That Put Safety First
Feb 29, 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 Reading6 Promotional Products for Music Lovers
Feb 22, 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 ReadingHow to Reduce Stress on the Job
Feb 15, 2020
Here are some interesting stats for you. More than 157 million Americans are part of the U.S. workforce. Considering that number, did you know that workplace stress is responsible for up to $190 billi...
Continue Reading11 Promo Products for an Active Lifestyle
Feb 07, 2020
Take your corporate match to the next level! From team building sporting events to company-wide marathons, your customized products guarantee you beat the competition. Below is a list of 11 sports-mi...
Continue ReadingA Lunch That Packs a Punch
Jan 31, 2020
Description: 3 Section Lunch Container Industry: Healthcare What it was purchased for: A hospital was looking for a unique lunch packet for nurses, doctors, and anyone else employed at any of the ho...
Continue Reading6 Promotional Products That Put the “Fun” in Fundraiser
Jan 24, 2020
Promotional products can help your fundraising event get donors in the giving spirit and maximize the amount of money you raise for charity. These 6 products for fundraisers show off your charitable c...
Continue Reading6 Tips on Professionally Reaching New Heights in 2020
Jan 17, 2020
Can you believe 2020 is here? We can’t either! With the new decade beginning, it’s important to take baby steps that will eventually help you reach your professional goals this year. Wheth...
Continue ReadingLead a Healthier Lifestyle With These 6 Promotional Products
Jan 17, 2020
Eating healthy. Weight management. Working out five times a week. There are many health-related resolutions we set at the beginning of a new year. But, do we follow through with them? Many times, the ...
Continue Reading8 Promotional Products to Win Game Day
Jan 17, 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...
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