BamBams LLC, Manassas, VA, announced yesterday that it has acquired Visual Promotions, a promotional products supplier based in Sealy, Texas. The official announcement was made to both companies on July 7, 2023. “The opportunity made sense because of the meaningful synergies, adding significant production capacity and new products to our business,” said BamBams president and…
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Hirsch Announces New CEO
Hirsch, Houston, announced a shift in its management structure. Paul Hirsch will serve as the CEO of the organization. Peter Hirsch, Hirsch’s founder and Paul’s father, will retain his role as president. “Paul’s elevation to CEO further places him in the leadership role for the continued growth of Hirsch Inc.,” Peter Hirsch said. “He has…
Read MoreThe University of Arizona Is Using Apparel Recycling to Teach Students About Apparel Demand and Marketing
University of Arizona students are turning old Wildcats football jerseys into updated apparel, and influencing a new upcoming apparel line in partnership with the university that will turn recycled jerseys into new pieces and accessories. Arizona Replay, as the project is being called, is a collaboration between the university’s Marketing and Brand Management department and…
Read MoreKoozie Group Clarifies David Klatt Transition News
Last week, Koozie Group announced that David Klatt would transition from CEO to an advisory role on the company’s board of directors. The report on Friday caused some confusion over what that meant for Koozie Group, so the company issued the following statement: David made a planned transition in March after his five-year term as…
Read MoreFanatics’ ‘Merch Madness’ Event: 30 Cities and $20M in Apparel Giveaways
During Fanatics’ ‘Merch Madness’ event, the company (along with some celebrity helpers) gave out more than $20 million worth of branded apparel and merchandise. Also, founder Michael Rubin hinted at how physical products will play a role in this company’s digital future.
Read MorePRINTING United Alliance Celebrates 2023 Ben Franklin Honor Society Inductees
PRINTING United Alliance today announces that fifteen exemplary industry professionals have been nominated into its prestigious Ben Franklin Honor Society (BFHS).
Read MorePittsburgh Contracts Local Printer for Officially Licensed City Merchandise
The city of Pittsburgh is launching its first officially licensed merchandise line, in collaboration with local printer CommonWealth Press. According to Pittsburgh Magazine, the “Printed in Pittsburgh” merchandise is co-branded with both the city and CommonWealth Press; includes T-shirts, sweatshirts, mugs, stickers, pennants, and drinkware; and will contribute a percentage of revenue to the city’s…
Read MoreOrbus Exhibit & Display Group Changes Name to Orbus Visual Communications
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group, Woodridge, IL, announced a name change to Orbus Visual Communications, effective immediately. The name change reflects the company’s expanded capability, offering, and commitment to meeting the evolving visual communication needs of its clients in events, interiors, and retail.
Read MoreArtist’s Granddaughter Sues Nirvana Over ‘Inferno’ T-shirt Design
Nirvana LLC, alongside Live Nation Merchandise, have been selling T-shirts, hoodies and mugs with a design of “Upper Hell” from Dante’s Inferno, as drawn by C.S. Scott-Giles. The artist’s granddaughter claims that Nirvana illegally used and claimed ownership of the image.
Read MoreThieves Stole More Than $6,000 Worth of Post Malone-Branded Raising Cane Cups
Raising Cane’s, a chain of chicken restaurants, partnered with rapper Post Malone for a line of collector’s cups. Someone apparently stole 249 cups from the Galleria Mall in Houston — a total of $6,150 worth of cups
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