Promo Marketing’s Video Battle pits two industry videos against each other for the chance at the ultimate bragging right: Being declared our readership’s absolute favorite. Last week, Promotional Products Association International (PPAI) won, and now will face off against All-In-One. The winner will be decided by a simple poll. The poll will close the morning of Friday,…
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HDS Acquires Stuart & Associates
Today, HDS, a Pittsburgh-based promotional merchandise and corporate apparel agency, announced that it has acquired Stuart & Associates, a Cleveland-based printing, promotional products and fulfillment services company. HDS did not release the financial terms of the deal, but the company estimates that the acquisition will drive HDS’ annual sales to $32 million in annual revenue.…
Read MoreEmbroidMe Names Joe Loch as New President
Today, the United Franchise Group (UFG) announced it has named Joe Loch as president of EmbroidMe, West Palm Beach, Fla., according to Franchising.com. “Joe’s broad-based business skills and experience working with small-business owners are exactly what we need…
Read MoreMichigan Moves to Ban Plastic Bag Bans
With states, and even some countries, taking measures to ban plastic bags, Michigan has gone an entirely different route. Instead of banning plastic bags, the state government is trying to ban actual bag…
Read MoreGold Bond Worldwide Closes Production Facility
According to the Promotional Products Association International (PPAI), Gold Bond Worldwide, Hixson, Tenn., has announced plans to close its Covington, Tenn., facility. Operations will relocate to the company’s Hixson, Tenn., facility by the end of the year. The Hixson location currently produces drinkware, pens, bags, golf balls and other hard goods, while the Covington facility produced mugs,…
Read MoreEnnis Inc. Reports Financial Results
Ennis Inc., Midlothian, Texas, reported financial results for the three and six months ended Aug. 31, 2016, according to a press release. Highlights include: Gross profit margin on continuing operations increased slightly from 29.5 percent to 29.6 percent on a sequential quarter basis. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations remained constant at $0.26 on…
Read MoreAmerican Apparel Hires New CEO Amid Sale Rumors
Last week, Los Angeles-based American Apparel CEO Paula Schneider announced her resignation. Now, the Los Angeles Times is reporting that American Apparel has selected its new CEO, Chelsea Grayson. Grayson, a lawyer with a background in mergers and acquisitions, has served as general counsel for American Apparel for two years. Schneider departed the company on Monday,…
Read MoreThe Wrap: Zara Launches New Sustainable Clothing Line, Rapper Future and Reebok Teamed Up in Limited Edition Collection
Zara is launching a new sustainable clothing line; Rapper Future and Reebok are teaming up in a limited edition collection; H&M creates a feminist video ad to promote its autumn/winter collection; Converse is creating clothing based on their popular Chuck Taylor sneakers: Here’s what’s happening this week in the apparel world…
Read MoreLands’ End CEO Leaves Company
Last week, American Apparel CEO Paula Schneider, stepped down, and this week, there’s another apparel CEO saying, “Goodbye.” Federica Marchionni, CEO of Lands’ End, Dodgeville, Wis., left the company after two years on the job,…
Read More6 Watches and Jewelry Items to Accessorize Any Look
We may not be fashion experts, but we understand the importance of accessories. Whether it’s a classy-looking watch, a helpful fitness bracelet, a shiny lapel pin or a sparkly pair of earrings, accessories can make a big difference in an outfit. That’s why we’ve…
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