Think Ink with Cross Pens: 4 ways to win at corporate gifting
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A Memorable Week!
You don’t realize the impact of some things until you have a few days to reflect on what happened. I’ve been to many PPAI Expo weeks, but this one was like no other. In this commentary, I share a few of my video reports that offer some insight on what went on in Vegas.
Read MoreA.T. Cross to Purchase Sheaffer Pen Unit from BIC
The Providence Journal reported this afternoon that A.T. Cross has paid $15 million for the Sheaffer pen brand, purchasing the unit from BIC. The deal is expected to be finalized by the end of October 2014.
The article notes that A.T. Cross sold its Cross Accessory Division in 2013 to Clarion Capital Partners for $60 million.
Check tomorrow’s Headlines for more information on this story as it develops.
Read MoreTrade Shows Are Forever: A Be Bold, Be Different, Be Memorable Thriller
The scent and sweat and stale-roasted almond stench of a trade show at 3:00 p.m. can be deadly. Greene was trying to get out of the massive hall without being spotted by an enemy … or an ex-girlfriend. Someone came up behind him from a darkened booth. Greene felt something cold and hard press into the small of his back. A gun muzzle?
Read MoreA Trend is Born
Kim Kardashian isn’t feeling Pantone’s top color of spring 2014, Dazzling Blue, when it comes to her daughter. But no “baby pink” allowed. Here are some alternatives.
Read MoreA.T. Cross Completes Sale of Accessory Division, Will Change Name and Business Focus
A.T. Cross has completed the sale of its Cross Accessory Division to private equity firm Clarion Capital Partners. The $60 million deal, announced last July, includes the company’s iconic line of Cross pens and business accessories.
Read MoreChildren’s Charity Drive at 2013 SAAC Show
The Specialty Advertising Association of California will be collecting unwanted promotional items for the Kids In Need, Mully Children’s Family and Threads charitable organizations at the 2013 SAAC show. All items are welcome, but school supplies such as pens and notepads are especially appreciated, as is children’s apparel. Both
Read MoreA.T. Cross Sells Cross Accessories Division for $60 Million
A.T. Cross announced that the company has reached a definitive agreement to sell its Cross Accessories Division, which includes the iconic Cross pen line. An affiliate of private equity firm Clarion Capital Partners will purchase the division for $60 million in cash.
Read MoreSAAC Installs New Board Members at Annual Dinner (VIDEO)
The Specialty Advertising Association of California (SAAC), the California region’s nonprofit association and the force behind the annual SAAC Show in Long Beach, Calif., held its annual board of directors installation dinner on Jan. 29 at the Anaheim White House in Anaheim, Calif.
Read MoreLeed’s Forms Partnership with Cross
Leed’s, the New Kensington, Pennsylvania-based supplier and a member of Polyconcept North America, today announced the addition of Cross to its expanding line of retail brands.
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