KFC, which has already done things like a fried chicken bouquet kit and finger sporks, is eschewing some of the goofiness of its recent promos for a partnership with Louisville-based sunglasses company Shady Rays.
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Fanatics’ ‘Merch Madness’ Event: 30 Cities and $20M in Apparel Giveaways
During Fanatics’ ‘Merch Madness’ event, the company (along with some celebrity helpers) gave out more than $20 million worth of branded apparel and merchandise. Also, founder Michael Rubin hinted at how physical products will play a role in this company’s digital future.
Read MorePRINTING United Alliance Celebrates 2023 Ben Franklin Honor Society Inductees
PRINTING United Alliance today announces that fifteen exemplary industry professionals have been nominated into its prestigious Ben Franklin Honor Society (BFHS).
Read MorePittsburgh Contracts Local Printer for Officially Licensed City Merchandise
The city of Pittsburgh is launching its first officially licensed merchandise line, in collaboration with local printer CommonWealth Press. According to Pittsburgh Magazine, the “Printed in Pittsburgh” merchandise is co-branded with both the city and CommonWealth Press; includes T-shirts, sweatshirts, mugs, stickers, pennants, and drinkware; and will contribute a percentage of revenue to the city’s…
Read MoreOrbus Exhibit & Display Group Changes Name to Orbus Visual Communications
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group, Woodridge, IL, announced a name change to Orbus Visual Communications, effective immediately. The name change reflects the company’s expanded capability, offering, and commitment to meeting the evolving visual communication needs of its clients in events, interiors, and retail.
Read MoreArtist’s Granddaughter Sues Nirvana Over ‘Inferno’ T-shirt Design
Nirvana LLC, alongside Live Nation Merchandise, have been selling T-shirts, hoodies and mugs with a design of “Upper Hell” from Dante’s Inferno, as drawn by C.S. Scott-Giles. The artist’s granddaughter claims that Nirvana illegally used and claimed ownership of the image.
Read MoreThieves Stole More Than $6,000 Worth of Post Malone-Branded Raising Cane Cups
Raising Cane’s, a chain of chicken restaurants, partnered with rapper Post Malone for a line of collector’s cups. Someone apparently stole 249 cups from the Galleria Mall in Houston — a total of $6,150 worth of cups
Read MoreA Promo Breakdown of the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest
The Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is a 4th of July tradition right there with fireworks. We watched (sometimes in horror) to bring you the best promotional and print products from this year’s event.
Read MoreDemandBridge-Peecho Partnership Offers Print Flexibility Worldwide
Marketing and sales automation platform DemandBridge and print-on-demand provider Peecho have entered a partnership to offer DemandBridge clients unlimited print flexibility. Benefits for DB clients include localized printing, procurement, and immediate local tax compliance for international print orders, so they can enter new international markets with confidence. Peecho’s checkout software is now integrated with DemandBridge’s…
Read MoreThe High Noon/TravisMathew Partnership Shows that Golf Promos Can Work for Anyone
Golf is evolving, and that means the opportunities for golf promos are evolving, too. Brands that otherwise might not fit into the world of golf are now common, as evidenced by High Noon’s “SoCal fun-loving” apparel line with TravisMathew.
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