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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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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The 2016 PGA Championship at Baltusrol Golf Club in Springfield, N.J., will take place July 28 to 31. This week, NJ.com gave readers a sneak peak at some of the 2016 PGA Championship merchandise that will be on sale at the official store. While there’s no confirmation as to whether or not Tiger Woods will…
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Last week, Ellco Promotions Inc., Boston, completed the acquisition of Westminster, Massachusetts-based supplier BossMark’s promotional merchandise division, according to a press release. The Distributor Exchange, Wayland, Mass., announced the acquisition, as well as the fact that it facilitated the introduction and sale. Craig Pierce, president, founded his company in 2005, and Ellen S. Orne, president of…
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With all-star week commencing in San Diego next week, MLB officials have advised fans to keep an eye out for counterfeit All-Star Game merchandise and tickets. According to ABC 10, undercover investigators will monitor all merchandise…
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Yeti Coolers Inc., an Austin, Texas-based manufacturer of drinkware and coolers, has been making headlines this year. First, the company sued Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Betonville, Ark., for patent infringement. Then, a couple stranded…
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