Amazon created games that incentivize increased productivity in 2019, with “swag bucks” as a reward, which can be turned into branded merchandise. But, now OSHA is saying that the programs lead to workers overexerting and possibly hurting themselves.
Read MoreThis year’s Grammy swag bag totaled about $60,000, and included some very high-value items. But, don’t let the price tag fool you. There are a lot of ideas distributors can take from this haul and use in their own businesses.
Read MoreLast year it was a bowling alley. This year it’s a golf course. Michelob Ultra’s star-studded Super Bowl commercial is once again getting a full line of corresponding merchandise, including apparel and golf equipment.
Read MoreRed Bull has become one of the biggest names in auto racing, having captured this year’s Constructor’s Championship under two-time world champion driver Max Verstappen. It’s a good time to be a fan of Red Bull Racing, and the team is letting fans have a big part in the design of the car next year…
Read MoreThe Virginia House of Delegates held a hearing yesterday on a bill that would prohibit government agencies from purchasing branded products. In its summary, House Bill 1913, otherwise known as the Virginia Public Procurement Act proposed by Del. Amanda Batten, says: prohibited contracts; agency-branded marketing materials. Prohibits state agencies from entering into any contract for…
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Despite the almost-rhyme, SPAM isn’t known for being a glamorous product. That said, it’s working with two food and travel influencers on a line of branded apparel and accessories.
Read MoreAEW wrestler Luchasaurus, also known as Austin Matelson in normal life, is known for wearing a dinosaur mask in the ring. Now that he’s getting some acclaim as the cold-blooded wrestling star, it makes sense that he and AEW would want to sell some merchandise featuring his likeness. But, the company that made his mask,…
Read MoreMinneapolis brewery Modist Brewing Co. is bringing the flavor and spirit of Hormel chili cheese dip by creating a special edition branded beer that it says captures the essence of chili cheese dip in a beer.
Read MoreHurley, a brand synonymous with surfing and other action sports, is partnering with another high-octane sports culture — NASCAR — for a co-branded apparel line to celebrate the NASCAR’s 75th anniversary season this year.
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Stran announced today that it has acquired T R Miller Co. Inc. (T R Miller). T R Miller, a 47-year-old branded merchandise business with clients such as Major League Baseball, a Big Four accounting firm and Jim Beam, boasted 2022 revenue of approximately $19 million. “We are thrilled to be acquiring T R Miller, our…
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