Growing up on a ranch in rural New Mexico, KJ Summers knew he was different – a feeling that came with no shortage of internal questioning and turmoil. Still, as he matured into his identity as a member of the LGBTQIA community, Summers determined to live openly and positively. In embracing who he is and…
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Hurricane Beryl Barrels Into Texas Impacting Promo Firms
Promotional products companies in Texas were working to get operations back to normal Tuesday, July 9, after Hurricane Beryl slammed into the Lone Star State, knocking out power to millions and killing a reported eight people. Some of the worst effects of the storm, which weakened into a still-dangerous tropical depression as it spread fierce…
Read MoreWhitestone Acquires Merchful, Expects $20M+ in 2024 Revenue
New York City-headquartered Whitestone Branding has acquired Ontario-based Merchful. The now combined firm is projecting more than $20 million in annual total revenue for 2024.
Read MoreFTC’s Ban on Noncompete Agreements in Doubt After Texas Court Ruling
A judge has issued a preliminary injunction partially preventing enforcement of a rule that outlaws the contract clauses.
Read MoreStran & Co. Projects 17% Quarterly Sales Increase
Stran says unaudited financial results show the firm increased sales approximately 17% on an annual basis in the first quarter of 2024
Read MoreKoozie Group Sells 3 Facilities for Reported $36M, Then Leases Them Back
The Clearwater, Florida supplier is continuing to use the properties, with executives saying there will be no impacts for employees or customers.
Read MorePCNA Names Ex-Staples Exec as VP of Customer Success
Michael Brennan will oversee the customer service, retention, order processing, art and account management teams at the supplier.
Read MoreDelta Apparel Files for Bankruptcy, Agrees to Sell Salt Life Brand
The announcement comes following a stretch of free-falling sales and executives leaving the Top 40 apparel supplier.
Read MoreNew Colorado Law Bans ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Apparel, Other Products
A new Colorado law that takes effect in July bans a slew of everyday items, including clothing and cookware, from intentionally containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)
Read MoreFlorida Bans Balloon Releases Statewide
Promo suppliers that sell balloons don’t think the prohibition and others like it will have a major impact on their sales.
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