It’s almost August, which means one thing: Shark Week! There are 11 days—and a few hours—until the kickoff, but who’s counting? (Hint: definitely us.) Discovery is also hosting a giveaway where eight winners will receive some wicked Shark Week branded merch, including a Yeti cooler and an outdoor wagon…
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How BAMKO Increased Q2 Revenue by 218%
Superior Group of Companies, parent of Los Angeles-based distributor BAMKO, announced record operating results for the second quarter 2020, including a 73 percent increase in net sales to $159.4 million. BAMKO was largely responsible for that growth, reporting that its Q2 2020 sales increased by 218 percent year over year to $75.5 million. Much of that was PPE, but not all…
Read MoreIs Washington’s NFL Team Hinting At (or Trying Out) Its New Identity Through T-shirts?
The NFL season is supposedly happening soon, but we’re still no closer to a new name for the Washington Football Team after it officially retired the “Redskins” moniker. There have been a few other names thrown out, like Warriors and Redtails, and the first batch of “Washington Football Team” official merchandise might provide some clues for what to expect next…
Read MoreC-Slide’s Work-From-Home Webcam Cover Receives National Attention on CNBC
C-Slide, Lehi, Utah, was featured in CNBC’s “Make It” list for being a critical product to have when working from home. With the current trend of working from home in less-secure environments, the need for C-Slide’s anti-hacking, privacy-protecting products has increased globally. “Cybersecurity experts everywhere are warning people to take webcam spying seriously now more…
Read MoreWarwick Publishing Company Promotes Alex Paschal to Project Manager
Warwick Publishing, St. Charles, Ill., announced the promotion of Alex Paschal, MAS, to the company’s executive team as project manager. A fifth-generation member of the Paschal family that has owned Warwick Publishing since 1903, Alex learned the business working in various departments at Warwick through his college years, and started full time shortly after…
Read MoreFDA Dangerous Hand Sanitizer List Hits 87 Products, Includes Tennessee Distillery That Refutes FDA Claim
The FDA has added more products to its list of potentially harmful hand sanitizers that may include methanol. The list, which now totals 87 products, includes products from suppliers mostly based in Mexico, but one newcomer is based in Tennessee. That company, a distillery, is refuting the FDA’s claim…
Read MoreOur 5 Favorite Promotional Products of the Week: The Last Blockbuster Video Merch, Iced Tea Swim Trunks and More
Seeing all of the new Emmy nominations just reminds us how far behind we are when it comes to TV shows. There are just too many shows nowadays, and not enough time. We just have to admit that we’re not going to watch some things, no matter how good everyone says it is. (We’re looking…
Read More4 Misconceptions About DTG Printing
Direct-to-garment is a great option for small decorators that outsource screen printing but want to offer something in-house for smaller runs. It’s also a good choice for those who want to use inkjet technology, since it doesn’t have a color limit, a large equipment footprint or setup charges. But there are a few misconceptions about this decoration method…
Read MoreLos Angeles Apparel Reopens After Cooperating With LA Health Officials
After more than 300 positive cases, four deaths and questions over safety protocols in the factory, Los Angeles Apparel’s manufacturing centers have reopened. “After working with our department, [Los Angeles Apparel is] insuring their employees are trained, physically distanced, wearing face coverings and that their facility is following enhanced cleaning regimens,” the department said, according…
Read MoreAIA Switches to Virtual Format for 2020 National Sales Meeting
AIA Corporation, Appleton, Wis., is going virtual this year, as the company recently announced that its annual National Sales Meeting will take place online from the comfort and safety of its distributors’ homes. Aptly titled “2020 Reimagined,” AIA quickly adjusted its plans in light of COVID-19 to ensure its owner community still has access to…
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