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Bipartisan Commission Asks NBA to Ban Branded Merchandise Made with Chinese Cotton
The Congressional-Executive Commission on China, a bipartisan Congressional commission, sent a letter to NBA commissioner Adam Silver to ask that the league stop using and selling apparel and footwear made using forced labor in China
Read MoreDelta Apparel Receives Unsolicited Offer to Sell Salt Life Brand
Delta Apparel, Duluth, GA, has reportedly received an “unsolicited offer” to purchase its Salt Life business unit. According to a press release, Delta’s board of directors has engaged with a financial advisor to explore possibilities for the sale. “Our Board of Directors and management team are committed to maximizing value for Delta Apparel shareholders, and…
Read MoreBAMKO Hires Brad White as Vice President of Business Development
BAMKO, Los Angeles, has announced the hiring of Brad White as its vice president of business development. White comes to BAMKO having served most recently as the senior vice president at Gander Group and the director of promotional marketing at Taylor Communications before that.
Read MoreThe Van Gogh Museum Hosted a Pokemon Promo (And Things Got Violent)
A promotion at the Van Gogh museum turned into a violent Black Friday scene as customers fought over special edition promotional prints the museum made with Pokemon.
Read MoreBarker Specialty Announces New Look
Barker Specialty, Cheshire, CT, announced the reveal of its new brand identity, which the company says “embodies Barker Specialty’s cutting-edge and contemporary position as a leader in the world of branded merchandise, company web stores, and proprietary marketing strategies.” The choice was made to maintain similar color schemes, secondary design elements, and the company name…
Read MoreProforma Welcomes Mike Dobozy as Chief Technology Officer and Promotes Brian Carothers to Chief Information Officer
Proforma, Clevelad, announced Mike Dobozy as its new chief technology officer and promoted Brian Carothers to chief information officer, effective immediately. Dobozy, formerly with Red Hat Software as principal architect, is a world-class thought leader in automation, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. He has served as the Team Lead on Fortune 25 client projects, and…
Read MoreThe Taylor Swift Effect and Creating Demand for Branded Merchandise
It seems like Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce are really dating. After Swift popped by the stadium, Kelce and Chiefs merchandise sales exploded nearly 400% over the weekend.
Read MoreDiscount Marketing Products (DMP) Ushers in a New Era with a Move to a Larger Facility
Discount Marketing Products (DMP), announced its successful relocation to a new and larger facility, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey. New Address, Same Commitment DMP’s new home is now located at 1739 Sands Pl., Ste. A, Marietta, GA 30067. This spacious facility signifies the company’s unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional service and top-notch…
Read MoreAprons, Etc. Appoints Richelle Merckle as Vice President of Sales
Aprons, Etc., announced the appointment of Richelle Merckle as its new vice president of sales. Merckle officially joined the team on July 24, 2023, bringing with her a 15-year track record in manufacturing sales. Merckle’s extensive experience and proven expertise have already begun to make a significant impact within…
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