In an effort to reduce the risks and effects of sun exposure, Randall’s Island Park in New York City will install sunscreen dispensers. According to a press release from the Randall’s Island Park Alliance…
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New Era Lands Big NFL Contract
While New Era Cap Co., Buffalo, N.Y., has been a staple in the MLB for some time, the company is looking to branch out. According to The Buffalo News, New Era announced yesterday it will produce 100,000 NFL…
Read MoreArizona High School Bans ‘Black Lives Matter’ T-shirts
Mariah Havard, a 10th grader at Buckeye High School in Buckeye, Ariz., found herself in the principal’s office for wearing a “Black Lives Matter” T-shirt, according to 12 News. School administrators told Havard the shirt wasn’t allowed under the school’s dress code policy, which bans clothing and accessories that can “disrupt the education process.” “I wasn’t…
Read MoreIs Floating Drinkware the Next Big Thing?
Floating drinkware—a passing fad or future staple? Joel Paglione, a Chicago entrepreneur, has high hopes it’s the latter. Paglione recently launched the Levitating CUP Kickstarter campaign, and successfully raised more than $60,000. How does it work? The cup uses magnets and an electrical field…
Read MoreAmerican Apparel Explores Sale Options
While this story is still developing, Los Angeles-based American Apparel might be exploring a sale, according to Reuters. Confidential sources said the company hired investment bank Houlihan Lokey Inc., Los Angeles, to look into the…
Read MoreRio 2016 Olympic Gold Medals Feature Very Little Gold
This year, the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro has taken a different approach to the prized bronze, silver and gold medals. We reported earlier that this year’s medals show a commitment to environmental…
Read MorePPAI Leads Successful 2016 Women’s Leadership Conference
The 2016 Women’s Leadership Conference (WLC) held by the Promotional Products Association International (PPAI), Irving, Texas, took place in Atlanta last month with an agenda that included lectures, networking opportunities, city excursions and more. With a…
Read MoreTop Brands Inc. Looks to the Future with Ongoing Rebranding Approach
Top Brands Inc., an Oshkosh, Wisconsin-based, national marketing company and supplier, announced today its ongoing rebranding approach to align with the evolving incentive industry. New owners Pam and Gary Slavonic bring fresh energy and a renewed commitment to constantly push the industry forward. “Top Brands is 55 years old, and we are in no way trying to…
Read MoreBIC Graphic Receives Red Cross 2016 Outstanding Blood Drive Sponsor Award
BIC Graphic, Clearwater, Fla., received the 2016 American Red Cross North Central Blood Services Region Outstanding Blood Drive Sponsor Award. On behalf of BIC Graphic, Donna Dewanz, blood drive coordinator, accepted the award at the regional Red Cross Volunteer Recognition and Annual Meeting held June 28. Pictured left to right: Phil Hansen,…
Read MoreUrban Outfitters Takes Political Stand with Anti-Trump T-shirt
While most retail brands usually remain neutral on political debates, Urban Outfitters is capitalizing on the anti-Trump campaign. According to Bloomberg, the company is offering customers a variety of anti-Trump merchandise, including a T-shirt that reads, “IDK Not Trump…
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