Last week, we reported that American Apparel was generating interest from apparel licensors, and that a potential bankruptcy in the future could be a catalyst toward that sale. It seems that the ball is rolling, as Bloomberg reported that the Los Angeles-based apparel company is planning its second bankruptcy filing in two years. Sources close…
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Cairdea Design and Marketing, Alameda, Calif., announced the passing of account manager Kevin Euler, who passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 24. His Cairdea Design and Marketing family is devastated by the news of his sudden death. Euler joined Cairdea Design and Marketing in 2009,…
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The Evanston, Illinois-based team of Sarah Neikrug and Vickie Block, MAS, known as Team Sarah and Vickie, has joined Lewiston, Maine-based Geiger as an affiliate in September. Over the last five years, this mother-daughter…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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[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…
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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…
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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…
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