As vice president of sales, Rosengarten helped build Bodek & Rhodes, which has since become part of Counselor Top 40 supplier alphabroder, into a promo industry powerhouse.
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Smart Source LLC Acquires Kaye-Smith Enterprises
Smart Source LLC, a print services provider and distributor based in Palm Beach, FL, announced that it has acquired the assets to Kaye-Smith Enterprises, another print services provider and distributor base in Bellevue, WA.
Read MoreUSTR Again Delays Final Determination on Proposed Tariff Hikes
The Office of the United States Trade Representative has again put on hold a planned initiative from President Joe Biden’s administration that calls for increasing import tariffs on about $18 billion worth of products imported from China, including materials like steel that can potentially impact the promotional products industry. Announced this spring, the tariffs were…
Read MoreAmid Bankruptcy, Delta Apparel Asset Sell-Off Commences
Assets from the firm’s Salt Life, Soffe and DTG2Go brands were among those bid on at an Aug. 27 auction.
Read MoreOverture Promotions Makes First Acquisition in Europe
Counselor Top 40 distributor Overture Promotions (asi/288473) has acquired Brandon, a promotional products distributor headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, that also has an office in Shanghai. Financial terms of the deal were not released, but executives noted that through the move the companies have formed Overture Marketing Group, an international promo business that has plans for more acquisitions…
Read MoreA Big Pile of Money
Several years ago, when I wanted to build a new home, I needed ideas for what I wanted it to look like. So, I drove around nice neighborhoods and took pictures of attractive homes. I came upon an awesome home and decided to ask the owner if I could take some pictures. The owner answered…
Read MoreEditor’s Picks: Meaningful Packaging & Gift Wrap
Packaging and gift wrap plays a crucial role during the gift-giving season and at special events all year round.
Read MoreEnd-Buyer Research: Companies With 1,001-5,000 Employees
ASI’s exclusive research reveals client buying habits in eight markets and across multiple demographics.
Read MoreA New Look at ‘Customer Focus’
It’s not uncommon for business leaders to stress the importance of “customer focus” through all areas of their enterprise. On the surface, not a bad idea. However, upon closer look, this approach may be keeping your business from realizing its full potential. Here’s why. We’ve all heard of the Pareto Principle, sometimes referred to as…
Read MorePromo Insiders: Supply Chain Flash Points on the Eve of the Holiday Gifting Season
In this podcast, ASI Media journalists Christopher Ruvo and Sara Lavenduski delve into the supply chain challenges and discuss their current and potential impacts on the promo market.
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