On Oct. 13, distributor network iPROMOTEu announced that 14 promotional products distributors have affiliated with the company in September 2011. These new affiliates, in the aggregate, have an estimated annual sales volume of over $1,500,000.
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Igloo Names Gemline Preferred North American Distributor for Soft-Sided Coolers Marketed as Promotional Products
Igloo Products Corp., the nation’s oldest and largest designer, manufacturer and marketer of insulated coolers and products for the outdoors, has named Gemline as a preferred North American distributor for soft-sided coolers marketed to the promotional products industry. The agreement begins on January 1, 2012. The Igloo soft-sided cooler product line will be launched as part of the Gemline product offering to the promotional products industry in spring 2012.
Read MoreTSC Apparel Announces Addition of Pete Tuff to Management Team
TSC Apparel, Cincinnati, has hired Pete Tuff as the director of purchasing, inventory and supply chain management.
Tuff most recently worked for Gildan Activewear as director of operational development in its Barbados headquarters.
Read MoreVisstun and Digispec Hire One Additonal Customer Service Representative and One Customer Service Administrator
Las Vegas-based Visstun and Digispec have hired Jenny Gugino as a customer service representative and Becky Stricklin as a customer service administrator.
Visstun and Digispec are happy to welcome Jenny Gugino back to the team. Jenny has eight years of customer service experience, in addition to her previous experience working with Visstun and Digispec.
Read MoreU.S. Free Trade Deals Passed, Textile Prices May Be Affected
On Oct. 12, the U.S. government passed three landmark free trade agreements that could potentially alter textile prices throughout the country.
Read MoreInnerWorkings to Announce Third Quarter Financial Results on November 3, 2011
InnerWorkings Inc., a provider of global print management and promotional solutions, will announce its third quarter 2011 results after financial markets close on Thursday, November 3, 2011.
Eric D. Belcher, chief executive officer, and Joseph M. Busky, chief financial officer, will host a live webcast presentation on InnerWorkings’ third quarter results and lead a question and answer session at 4:30 p.m. Central Time (5:30 p.m. Eastern Time) on Thursday, November 3rd.
Read MoreCharles River Apparel Launches 2012 Catalogs
Charles River Apparel, a manufacturer of activewear, announced the release of its new 2012 catalog. In addition to its main catalog, the company also launched a new Charles River Sport catalog, presenting favorites in its team and spiritwear categories, including everything from coach’s jackets to performance apparel teamwear.
Read MoreStaples Advantages Survey Shows End-user Demand, Desire, for Flu-fighting Products
A recent survey from Staples Advantages provides statistics and insights helpful to those selling flu-prevention items to offices and other workplaces. The survey focused on employee desire (nearly 100 percent of survey respondents noted they are concerned with catching a virus at work) versus action taken (under 40 percent taking steps to stay heathy).
Read MoreProduct of the Day: Gourmet Holiday Assortment from Fresh Beginnings
Today’s the first day of fall, and that means the holidays are right around the corner. And that means I have an excuse to show some awesome holiday treats like the Gourmet Holiday Assortment from Fresh Beginnings. It’s OK to gain 2 or 30 lbs. over the holidays, right?
Read MoreMinnesota Twin Jim Thome Accepts Award Created by Supplier Crystal D
Jim Thome, member of the Minnesota Twins, was recognized for his milestone home run number 600 on August 18. During the recognition ceremony Thome accepted an award that was created by Crystal D, its Starburst award.
The recognition ceremony took place at Target Field just before a game against the New York Yankees in Minneapolis, Minn.