Pens, pencils, markers and highlighters will soon have a higher value than the gross domestic product of nearly half the countries in the world, a new study shows. A report from research firm Global Industry Analysts shows that the global market for writing instruments is set to reach $21.6 billion by 2017.
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iPROMOTEu Announces Dunk Fest 2012
iPROMOTEu has announced Dunk Fest 2012, the annual NCAA college basketball tournament challenge exclusively for the promotional products industry.
Read MoreNewton Manufacturing Announces Top Suppliers for 2011
Newton, Iowa-based distributor Newton Manufacturing Company has announced its list of top suppliers for 2011.
Read MoreBIC Group Reports Full Year 2011 Results
BIC Group today released their full year financial figures for 2011. The company reported overall net sales at approximately $2.4 billion, and net income at approximatley $313 million.
Read MoreNorwood & BIC Graphic North America Appoint Vice President of Inside Sales
Norwood & BIC Graphic North America, headquartered in Clearwater, Fla., has promoted Jill Stirnkorb from director of inside sales to vice president of inside sales.
Read MoreiPROMOTEu Honors Top Affiliates and Suppliers
iPROMOTEu recognized its top 10 preferred suppliers for 2011 at an awards gala and reception in Las Vegas.
Read MoreNorwood & BIC Graphic Begin QCA Accreditation Process
Norwood & BIC Graphic North America today announced that they have begun the accreditation process to join the Quality Certification Alliance’s compliance program.
Read More2012 Marks 25th Anniversary of the BIC Clic Stic
BIC Graphic, Clearwater, Fla., is celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the introduction of the BIC Clic Stic in 2012 with a year long calendar of promotions and events surrounding the iconic pen.
Read More2011 Year in Review: Industry News
This week, Promo Marketing is looking at the stories that helped define 2011. Today, we’ll be looking at the industry news in 2011: the mergers, moves, openings and closings that defined the promotional products world.
Read MoreOn the Ballpoint
It’s not a deal until it’s been inked, especially with promotional writing instruments. Here are six pen facts to keep in mind when trying to get your client to sign on the dotted line.
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