Anyone who has lost their luggage during a trip knows that it’s not fun. There’s that sinking feeling of showing up to the luggage carousel and waiting in vain for a bag that’s hundreds of miles away. Previously, Delta Airlines worked to alleviate this issue by introducing luggage…
Read MoreNew Era Becomes Official Headwear Provider for NBA
As the 2016-17 NBA season begins, the league announced that it has inked a deal with New Era, making the company the official authentic headwear provider of the NBA, WNBA and NBA Development League. According…
Read MoreBooker Promos Inc.’s Shimon Kaminetzky Describes a Soaring Success
Some people have learned the hard way that when it comes to giving a gift—say, to your significant other—you don’t want to get them something without giving it any thought. No way. Similarly, when a client comes to you with a need for promotional products, you wouldn’t throw a dart at your catalog and just…
Read MorePrime Line, Jetline Gift Catalogs Now Available with Customizable Covers
Prime Line, Bridgeport, Conn., announced that the Prime Line’s Gifts catalog and Jetline’s value-focused Holiday Gift Guide are now available with customizable covers in both digital and print editions. To view the Prime gift catalog click here. Prime…
Read MoreThe Loss of an Incredible Inspiration and Mentor
[Editor’s note: This piece originally appeared on Martin Varley’s LinkedIn page.] Graham Bennington, the former CEO of BemroseBooth, my mentor, friend and inspiration, passed away on Oct. 20 after a short battle with cancer. He was 66. Graham got me into the industry properly when Incentives Two and Product Source were acquired by Bemrose, he taught…
Read More5 Ways to Stand Out When Selling Uniforms
Whether we need help finding our seats at a ballgame, a refill on our drinks in a restaurant, or immediate assistance in an emergency room, we always know whom to turn to. How? Uniforms. And they aren’t just helpful in identifying who works where—they’re also crucial in further establishing your clients’ brands. They reinforce a…
Read MoreThe Wrap: The Chicago Cubs Predicted to Break Merchandise Records and More
Here’s what’s happening this week in the apparel world … While the Chicago Cubs lost game 1 of the World Series last night, the fan apparel is still a winner. According to Forbes, the Cubs are likely to break themed merchandise records with their licensed hats, jerseys, W…
Read MoreBoycott of Ivanka Trump’s Clothing Line Continues to Grow
In response to recent accusations against presidential candidate Donald Trump, critics are urging shoppers to boycott Ivanka Trump’s clothing line, according to The Los Angeles Times. The boycott has taken to social media with the hashtag, #GrabYourWallets. It also targets the stores selling Ivanka Trump’s clothing line, including…
Read MoreASOS, Zara Accused of Using Illegal Syrian Child Refugee Labor
A BBC report discovered that popular apparel brands, like Marks and Spencer, ASOS, Zara, and Mango, are exploiting Syrian child refugees in Turkey to make their clothing. While Marks and Spencer claims it does…
Read MoreAmerican Solutions for Business Acquires Peter Kleine Company
American Solutions for Business (ASB), Glennwood, Minn., announced the acquisition of Peter Kleine Company, Litiz, Pa. Financial details of the acquisition were not released. The Peter Kleine Company team is made up of approximately 12 employees, and will continue to do business from its 36,000 square foot headquarters, while maintaining its identity as Peter Kleine…
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