The effort could potentially be a boon for companies in the print and promo space that make product stateside.
Read MoreSBA Launches New ‘Made in America’ Manufacturing Initiative
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New Steel & Aluminum Tariffs To Spike Product Prices
The tariffs on the metals, which went into effect March 12, stand to drive up prices on drinkware and other promo products in North America while also potentially hurting the Canadian economy – and thus promo there, too.
Read MoreUSPS Announces Refined Service Standards for First-Class Mail
The first phase is set to take effect on April 1 and impacts marketing mail, packaging services and more.
Read MoreGrowth Opportunity: How To Capitalize on Printed Packaging
Understanding how to branch into custom paperboard packaging could enhance promotional products companies’ services.
Read MoreThe Evolution of Women’s Promo Apparel – And Why It’s So Important
Cassie Stanczyk and Victoria Thomas from BELLA + CANVAS join female sportswear founder Marina Paul to break down why quality women’s apparel is key for all markets.
Read MoreEnd-Buyer Research: Tech
Exclusive research from ASI explores end-buyer habits in five new industries and across multiple demographics.
Read MoreHouston-Based Contract Decorator Acquires Cut-and-Sew Facility
Texas Art Embroidery/4EZtees.com has acquired B-Bad Sportswear, which has a 40-year history in the sportswear, cheer and dance uniform space.
Read MoreHow Do I Price My Hard Goods?
If you’re considering adding branded hard goods to your promo offerings, here are some tips for effective decoration pricing.
Read MoreMore Than 900 Industry Members Attend ASI Media Webinar on Tariffs
In the highly anticipated session, Tim Andrews, president and CEO of ASI, and Chris Ruvo, executive editor of news and content strategy for ASI Media, discussed the recent tariffs implemented by the Trump administration and what they could mean for promo.
Read MorePRO Act Bill That Could Upend Independent Contractor Classifications in Promo Is Reintroduced
The bill’s a long shot to become law though and its reemergence comes at a time when enforcement of more stringent Labor Department rules on independent contractors introduced last year appears to be in doubt.
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