Rocky Janda, an alderman and owner of distributor P.O.P. Solutions Group LLC, has stirred up controversy in his town of Germantown, Tenn., by selling tens of…
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Author: Brendan Menapace
Nike Spells ‘Arkansas’ Wrong on Football Jersey
We always remembered how to spell “Arkansas” by first spelling “Kansas” and just adding “Ar.” Easy enough, right? Well, apparently not for Nike. During the University of Arkansas’ game on Saturday against Texas Christian University, ESPN panned over to the sideline and showed Arkansas running back T.J. Hammonds’ jersey, which proudly displayed “Akransas.” And, as…
Read MoreDov Charney and the Question of Personal Ethics in Business
Yesterday, I wrote a story about American Apparel founder and former CEO Dov Charney’s new apparel company, which he plans to build into a rival of his former company. So far, we don’t actually know the name of the company, but we do know that it’s based in…
Read MorePM Power Meeting Finds Success in San Diego
If you’re going to spend the day in meetings, there are worse locations than sunny Southern California. At the latest Promo Marketing Power Meeting, held Aug. 28 to 31 in San Diego, distributors had the chance to meet with suppliers…
Read MoreAmerican Apparel Founder Dov Charney Returns with Mysterious New Apparel Business
Dov Charney, disgraced founder and former CEO of Los Angeles-based American Apparel, is back in the apparel game and ready to compete with his former company.…
Read MoreDeluxe Corp. Acquires B&B Solutions
Deluxe Corp., Shoreview, Minn., announced that it has acquired Mabelvale, Arkansas-based B&B Solutions. Financial terms of the deal are not available. According to Cameron Potts, vice president of public relations for Deluxe Corp., customers can refer to B&B Solutions as “B&B Solutions, a Deluxe Corp. company.” B&B Solutions also will continue to operate in its…
Read MoreLast Chance to Vote! PM Video Battle: Minuteman Press South Hills Versus PPAI
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. (Next up: Football is back! It’s once again time for the Philadelphia Eagles to dictate my mood on Mondays.) Last week, Minuteman Press South Hills ended its opponent’s winning streak, and…
Read MoreCPS/Keystone Adds Pete Gleason as Vice President of Sales
CPS/Keystone, Erie, Pa., announced the addition of Pete Gleason as vice president of sales, effective Sept. 12. Gleason is a 28-year veteran of the promotional products industry. “Bringing Pete on board as VP of sales will help CPS work even more closely…
Read MoreHow the iPhone 7 Could Affect the Promo Industry
Yesterday, Apple introduced the newest version of its iPhone, and though it isn’t a huge step from the previous 6S model, it does have a few new design features that stand out. And though these features are relatively minor, they could have a lasting effect in the promotional products industry. So, for those who might have…
Read More12 Ways to Accessorize Your Apparel Promotion
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…
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