Whether it’s items inspired by retail apparel or products that come with built-in mechanisms for proving sustainability metrics, end-buyers know what they want in the new year – and suppliers are coming out with new products to meet those needs.
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The Bright Side: Logomark Celebrates Latest Shelter to Soldier Service Dog
Max, the Counselor Top 40 supplier’s fourth sponsored pup, completed his service dog training alongside the U.S. Navy veteran he was placed with through the nonprofit.
Read MoreInfographic: Incentive Research Foundation Suggests Positive Gifting Outlook for 2025
The IRF’s 2025 outlook report notes decreased spending in 2024 but projects increased budgets for non-cash rewards, including merchandise, in 2025.
Read MoreVantage Apparel Appoints Lauren Monnier as Director of Merchandising
Monnier, a former exec at clothing retailer Club Monaco, has more than 15 years of apparel-industry experience.
Read MoreGoldstar Launches New Brand Identity
The Counselor Top 40 supplier kicked off 2025 with a renewed focus on simplicity and sustainability under the tag line “Simply Better.”
Read MoreThe Bright Side: Koozie Group’s First Sponsored Service Dog Graduates Training
The Counselor Top 40 supplier has supported the nonprofit 4 Paws for Ability since 2022 by sponsoring training for a litter of future service dogs.
Read MoreTop 10 of 2024: Trends & Analysis
ASI Media readers were invested in politics, unique brand collaborations and keeping up with color trends this year.
Read MorePromo Lessons From the Weirdest Brand Collaborations of 2024
They might be the strangest thing you’ve seen all year – but these companies are doing something right with their co-branding.
Read MoreThe Bright Side: Kaeser & Blair Raises $10,000 for Employee Family in Need
The Counselor Top 40 distributor put the funds from its annual candygram fundraiser to good use supporting an employee’s son with a heart defect.
Read MoreHelen Stromberg To Retire End of Year
The longtime leader of supplier StrombergBrand Umbrellas will leave behind a 45-year industry legacy.
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